Steel & Aluminium

Marine Metalwork & Welding

South Sea Marine provides stainless steel fabrication, aluminium TIG welding and custom marine metalwork in Phuket. Services include rail and arch fabrication, davit installation, rudder repair, mast modifications and structural steel work. All welding performed by certified marine welders to classification standards.

Last updated: March 2026

Metalwork Services

Stainless Steel Fabrication

Rails, stanchions, pulpits, cleats, custom fittings and deck hardware. 316L marine-grade stainless with mirror or brushed finish.

Aluminium Welding

TIG welding for aluminium hulls, superstructure repairs, tank fabrication, window frames and structural components.

Steel Repair

MIG/MAG welding for steel hulls, keels, rudders and structural frames. Plate replacement, corrosion repair and protective coating.

Custom Fabrication

Bimini frames, radar arches, davits, anchor rollers, swim ladder mounts and antenna brackets. CAD design available.

Mast Modifications

Spreader bracket repair, mast step reinforcement, radar platform additions and furler drum modifications.

Rudder & Steering

Rudder bearing replacement, stock repair, blade modification and emergency steering system fabrication.

Metalwork & Welding FAQ

What welding certifications do your team hold?

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Our welders hold marine classification certifications for TIG (GTAW) aluminium and MIG/MAG (GMAW) steel welding. Certifications are maintained through annual testing. We can provide weld test certificates and inspection documentation for classification society requirements.

Can you fabricate custom stainless steel fittings?

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Yes. We fabricate custom rails, arches, brackets, cleats and hardware from 316L marine-grade stainless steel. We work from your drawings, photos of existing parts, or create CAD designs from measurements. Typical turnaround is 1-3 weeks depending on complexity.

Do you repair aluminium hulls?

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Yes. Our certified TIG welders handle aluminium hull plate replacement, crack repair, structural reinforcement and corrosion treatment. We also apply compatible primer and antifouling systems designed specifically for aluminium substrates.

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