Based in Hai Phong City, Vietnam, Ship and Ocean Marine Services Company Limited operates as a comprehensive provider of logistics, supply, and technical solutions for the maritime industry. Also known commercially as SAO Marine, the company functions primarily as a ship chandler and marine contractor, serving the diverse needs of merchant vessels calling at ports throughout Vietnam. Established as a private enterprise in 2021, the company has developed a network that connects international shipping lines with local Vietnamese resources, ensuring that vessels can replenish essential stocks and undergo necessary maintenance during their port calls.
The company’s core operations revolve around the procurement and delivery of physical supplies. As a general ship supplier, Ship and Ocean Marine Services Company Limited manages the provisioning of fresh and frozen food, dry goods, and bonded stores, catering to the dietary and regulatory requirements of diverse multinational crews. Beyond consumables, the company maintains an inventory of technical stores. This includes deck and engine equipment, cabin stores, electrical components, and stationery. The logistics teams coordinate the sourcing and "last-mile" delivery of these goods, navigating local customs and port regulations to ensure timely transfer to vessels at anchor or berth.
In addition to supply chain activities, the company provides a range of technical and engineering support services. Recognizing the wear and tear inherent in ocean transit, Ship and Ocean Marine Services Company Limited offers ship repair capabilities that cover both deck and engine room machinery. The company facilitates maintenance tasks such as hull cleaning, welding, and fabrication, as well as the servicing of safety and firefighting equipment. By integrating supply duties with technical repairs, the company allows vessel operators to consolidate multiple service requests into a single point of contact while in Vietnamese waters.
Geographically, the company’s service footprint extends beyond its headquarters in Hai Phong to cover the entirety of Vietnam’s coastline. Operations are conducted at all major commercial hubs, including Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau, Da Nang, Hon Gai, and Dung Quat. This wide operational scope enables the company to support vessels regardless of their specific docking location within the country, providing a consistent standard of support for bulk carriers, tankers, and container ships navigating the region.
