Infrastructure that's fit for purpose
Norship’s Cairns and Darwin facilities are purpose-built to support Defence, commercial, and regional maritime operations with efficiency and precision.
Travel Lifts
Key Benefits
The Norship shipyard has the capability and versatility to haul out vessels of various configurations and sizes, accommodating up to 400 tonnes and11-meter beams. Norship facilities are certified under DefAust 5000, a defence standard from the Australian DoD that ensures quality, safety, performance, and reliability.
All-weather maintenance facility
Key Benefits
Norships fully enclosed maintenance facility is a state-of-the-art paint and blast facility that ensures vessels receive the highest-quality sustainment services – delivered on time, every time.
All Weather Reliability: On-time delivery rain or shine.
Superior Coatings: Advanced abrasive blasting & coating systems – higher quality, longer lasting.
Environmental Protection: Containment systems of emissions &particles, meeting Government standards for environmental responsibility.
Efficient & Safe: Eliminates costly vessel encapsulation time.
Future-focused: Enabling advanced manufacturing and shipbuilding opportunities
Purpose-built workshops
Key Benefits
Specialised spaces tailored for engineering, electrical, fabrication, and coating work
Streamlined workflows that reduce downtime and support faster project turnaround
Skilled in-house teams operating in dedicated, well-equipped environments
Enhanced safety and compliance through controlled processes and purpose-fit infrastructure
High-quality outcomes supported by precision tools and industry-standard equipment
Integrated support for full vessel lifecycle services, from minor repairs to major refits
Improved efficiency with co-located services under one roof
Shore power berths
Key Benefits
Norship’s waterfront infrastructure includes two dedicated berths – one accommodating vessels up to 75m in length and the other 45m providing flexible options for various vessel classes. Adjacent to the Norship Shipyard is Ports maintenance berth featuring a purpose-built wharf capable of servicing 2 vessels up to 80m in length and, 1800 tonnes displacement.All wharfage sites are equipped with essential services, including fresh water and shore power (32A & 64A), ensuring seamless support for maintenance and sustainment operations.
Continuous onboard power: Allows servicing without relying on onboard generators
Extended in-water maintenance: Enables repairs and upgrades without needing to haul out
Reduced emissions and noise: Creates a cleaner, quieter working environment
Improved operational efficiency: Supports diagnostics, system checks, and crew access
Support for complex projects: Ideal for long-duration refits and technical upgrades
Enhanced safety: Stable power supply maintains critical systems during service
Suited to larger vessels: Accommodates patrol boats, reef fleet, and private yachts
Environmental compliance systems
Key Benefits
Advanced filtration systems: Minimise emissions and airborne contaminants
Comprehensive waste management: Ensures safe disposal of hazardous materials
Stormwater control measures: Protect local waterways from runoff pollution
Regulatory compliance: Meets all relevant environmental laws and standards
Enhanced workplace safety: Reduces exposure to pollutants and hazards
Sustainable operations: Demonstrates commitment to environmental stewardship
Certification support: Enables compliance with defence and commercial requirements