09. Conversions and Heavy Engineering

The company has successfully undertaken conversions of various types of vessels in and around East and Central
Africa. Supported by a competent strong work force of around 300 skilled and specialized artisans duly certified
by approved classification societies, the yard boasts of the capability to undertake any kind of steel fabrication.

All works are done according to “ASME” standards with no compromise on the quality. The company uses material
that is approved, graded and certified by the “IACS” referred in “UR Z17.1.2” and authorized by the flag
administration. If specific items are not available within the region and are required urgently, they can be obtained worldwide and delivered within 48 hours, via reliable courier services

Some of the major conversions undertaken recently amongst others are :

  • Construction of a second deck on each of the Kenyan ferries M.V. Kilindini & M.V Harambee for
  • 400 additional passengers on each ferry
  • Conversion of pontoons into self propelled barges
  • Conversion of trawlers into tankers
  • Conversion of tankers into general cargo ships

Besides marine work, the company also undertakes heavy and specialized non marine work for various internationally
acclaimed companies and government organizations such as Cement factories, Petroleum Refinery, Electricity Companies, Railways, Oil Drilling companies, Airlines, Ports Authorities, Construction companies, Banks, Hotels and Hospitals amongst others. A recent project undertaken was the rather challenging fabrication of a Silo and Weigh Bin for a leading Cement Manufacturer. The total weight involved in the project was around 30 tons that was successfully fabricated, delivered and installed by AMGECO.