Argus Maritime Services operates as a multifunctional marine support provider, delivering a combination of security, logistics, and technical engineering solutions to the commercial shipping industry. While the company maintains administrative links to Canada, its operational footprint is heavily concentrated in West Africa, specifically within the Gulf of Guinea. Through established networks in Togo, Benin, and Ghana, the firm supports vessels transiting these strategic waters, addressing both the logistical demands of port calls and the safety challenges associated with the region.
A central component of the company’s operations is maritime security, developed in response to the piracy and security risks prevalent in West African maritime corridors. The organization provides comprehensive protective measures, including the deployment of armed security teams for onboard vessel defense and the utilization of patrol boats for anchorage and transit protection. These security activities are conducted in close coordination with regional naval authorities, ensuring that protective services comply with local regulations while mitigating threats to crews and cargo.
Beyond security, the company functions as a full-service ship agency and husbandry provider. It acts as a local representative for vessel owners, managing the complex administrative and logistical requirements of port operations. This includes facilitating crew changes, processing visas, and arranging medical assistance or accommodation for seafarers. The firm also handles the procurement and delivery of ship spares, navigating customs clearance procedures to ensure critical parts reach vessels efficiently. Operational support extends to the coordination of essential supplies, such as fresh water and provisions, as well as waste management services, including de-slopping and garbage disposal.
The company’s technical division offers specialized underwater and marine engineering capabilities. It employs diving teams equipped to perform hull cleaning, propeller polishing, and underwater inspections, services that are essential for maintaining vessel fuel efficiency and performance. More complex technical interventions include underwater welding, anode replacement, and rudder repairs. Additionally, the firm possesses general engineering expertise, offering maintenance and troubleshooting for shipboard hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems. By integrating these diverse service lines - ranging from armed escorting to underwater maintenance - provides a consolidated support structure designed to maintain the continuity and safety of maritime trade in the Gulf of Guinea.
