Fendercare, frequently recognized in the industry under the trading name James Fisher Fendercare, is a United Kingdom-based provider of marine services and products, functioning as a critical link in the global maritime and offshore energy supply chains. Established in 1988 and headquartered in Seething, Norfolk, the company has evolved from a regional distributor of marine hardware into a multinational operator with a substantial network extending across Europe, the Asia Pacific, the Middle East, the Americas, and Africa. It operates as a subsidiary of James Fisher and Sons plc, a relationship that has facilitated its extensive expansion into complex offshore, port, and subsea markets.
The company’s most significant operational specialization lies in Ship-to-Ship (STS) transfers. Fendercare coordinates and executes the transfer of liquid cargoes—including crude oil, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)—between vessels at sea. These operations are conducted across dozens of strategic bases worldwide, allowing the firm to facilitate energy logistics and bulk transport without requiring vessels to enter fixed port terminals. The company employs specialized mooring masters and utilizes proprietary transfer systems to manage these technically demanding maneuvers, catering to major energy conglomerates and independent commodity traders.
Beyond its transfer services, Fendercare serves as a major supplier of marine equipment and hardware. It is widely acknowledged as a primary global distributor of pneumatic floating fenders, maintaining a long-standing commercial association with the Yokohama Rubber Company. Its product inventory encompasses comprehensive mooring systems, deck hardware, anchors, chains, and buoyancy solutions designed to withstand harsh marine environments. This division supplies a broad spectrum of clients, ranging from commercial port operators and shipbuilders to international naval forces requiring strictly compliant berthing equipment.
In the offshore sector, the company has diversified its portfolio to support both traditional oil and gas extraction and the growing renewable energy market. For the offshore wind industry, Fendercare provides installation support, maintenance bases, and specialized marine hardware essential for wind farm development and operation. Its logistical footprint includes regional hubs in key maritime locations such as Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and Brazil, enabling the rapid deployment of equipment and personnel to remote offshore projects. Through this integrated approach, the company maintains a central role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of maritime commerce and energy infrastructure globally.
