Description

James Fisher and Sons plc offers a comprehensive array of marine and specialized engineering services across the globe. Its business is structured into four distinct divisions: Marine Support, Specialist Technical, Offshore Oil, and Tankships. The company delivers a broad spectrum of services, including complex marine operations such as ship-to-ship transfers, bespoke aerospace engineering, fabrication, hazardous area design, and expert consultancy for marine projects and structural engineering. Furthermore, it provides critical inspection and monitoring solutions, encompassing condition assessment, non-destructive testing (NDT), radiation detection, structural integrity checks, and specialized systems for offshore wind and nuclear facilities. Its lifting and handling expertise covers everything from crane overload monitoring and container weighing to marine cranes, winches, and specialized lifting gear. Its broader marine services encompass digital solutions, fuel infrastructure support, installation and commissioning, offshore personnel and wind farm management, operational maintenance, ship agency, shoreside assistance, site preparation, and vessel chartering. The company also supplies and monitors essential deck and mooring equipment, including anchor and chain systems, fendering, and load monitoring for towing and mooring. Specialized offerings extend to remote handling and inspection systems, radiation-tolerant equipment, and engineered containment solutions for demanding environments, particularly nuclear facilities. Additionally, it provides cutting-edge subsea equipment and crucial submarine rescue products. Beyond its core services, the company manages port operations in Plymouth, UK. Established in 1847, James Fisher and Sons Plc maintains its headquarters in Barrow-in-Furness, UK.