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Hydraulic Actuator Suppliers

On most modern ships and offshore units, hydraulic actuators sit behind many of the most critical valves and safety functions, from ballast and bilge to cargo, fuel, and ESD lines. When a remote command is given from the control room, it is the actuator that has to produce enough torque or thrust, in the right direction, within a specified time. Choosing reliable hydraulic actuators suppliers is therefore a core technical decision. Shipowners, superintendents, and yards need partners who understand marine environments, can match actuator types to real operating conditions, and support fleets with documentation, class requirements, and lifecycle service.

A Practical Guide to Marine Hydraulic Actuators

The marine hydraulic actuation market includes several technologies serving different roles on board. Shipowners and yards can choose between solutions for standard ballast and cooling water valves, high-torque cargo and ESD duties, and more specialized offshore or LNG applications. Leading hydraulic actuators manufacturers usually cover this range with distinct product lines designed for different torque levels, environments, and control concepts.

In practice, most marine applications fall into a few main actuator types:

  • Linear hydraulic actuators: for gate and globe valves where straight-line thrust is required
  • Quarter-turn rotary actuators: rack and pinion or Scotch yoke designs for ball and butterfly valves
  • Electro-hydraulic actuators: compact units with integrated power packs for remote or exposed locations
  • Specialized variants for offshore and LNG service: with stronger corrosion protection, low-temperature performance, and more advanced control options

For technical teams, the key question is how well each actuator concept and manufacturer aligns with real operating conditions on board. When comparing hydraulic actuators makers for newbuilds, retrofits, or upgrades, buyers typically pay attention to:

  • Required torque or thrust for the relevant valve sizes and pressure classes
  • Fail-safe concepts (spring-return, accumulator, safe position) and guaranteed opening/closing times
  • Materials, surface treatments, and enclosure ratings for deck, tank, or submerged locations
  • Interface with existing hydraulic power units, manifolds, controls, and monitoring systems
  • Class approvals, hazardous-area certification, and clarity of technical documentation
  • Long-term support: availability of spare parts, overhaul kits, and local service partners

A clear view of these points helps narrow the market to a shortlist of manufacturers whose designs, standards, and lifecycle support genuinely fit the vessel’s operational profile.

Sourcing Reliable Marine Actuation Solutions with Records Marine

Once the technical part is clear, the focus shifts to sourcing - which hydraulic actuators distributors can actually deliver the right units, on time, to the right port or shipyard. Global fleets often rely on a mix of OEM branches, regional distributors, and specialized marine equipment companies, each with different strengths in stock, response time, and engineering support.

On Records Marine, buyers can search and compare experienced vendors by brand coverage, product type, and geography. Company profiles make it easier to see who can support newbuild packages, who focuses on retrofit and replacement units, and who combines hardware supply with on board commissioning and service. In this way, Records Marine helps technical teams turn a complex, fragmented market into a transparent set of options for safe, reliable marine actuation.

  • Company ARK MARINE SERVICE INC. logo

    Year Founded: 2004

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    ARK MARINE SERVICE INC.


    We specialize in providing original equipment supplies, primarily for main and auxiliary engine spares. As a factory-based company, we ensure the best pricing without compromising on quality. Our dedicated logistics team handles all deliveries efficiently, offering competitive rates for air, sea, and courier services.

    arkmarine.co.jp
    rex.l@arkmarine.co.jp
  • Company MYTHMAR MARINE DANISMANLIK TIC. LTD. STI logo

    Year Founded: 2018

    RM verified


    MYTHMAR MARINE as a spare parts broker has the knowledge and power to serve you well by providing all types of spare parts genuine, under license or O.E.M. in cooperation with our affiliated companies at competitive prices. We can provide you with new spare parts from Europe Poland, U.K., Denmark, Germany, etc., Japan, Korea, China, as well as used spare parts from India and Singapore, with warehouses in Greece, India, Bangladesh and China for second hand spares. We can negotiate prices and payment terms and delivery as manufacturers rely on our purchase and in our orders.

    mythmar.com
    info@mythmar.com
  • Company SEASTAR (HK) TRADE LIMITED logo

    Year Founded: 2018


    Seastar is dedicated to providing original spare parts for main engines, auxiliary machinery, engine room equipment, and deck auxiliary systems to domestic and international shipowners and management companies. Leveraging our global supply network and logistics capabilities, we integrate superior spare parts resources worldwide to deliver optimal solutions for our customers. Building on quality assurance, we guarantee competitive pricing through centralized procurement volume while committing to 24/7 uninterrupted service. Our global service network and professional logistics team ensure timely delivery of your spare parts to designated ports and destinations.

  • Company Shanghai Injoy Flow Technology Co. Ltd. logo

    Year Founded: 2024


    Specializes in designing and manufacturing hydraulic actuators, hydraullically actuated valves, automatic control valves and manually operated actuators for UL/FM approved butterfly valves used in marine, offshore platform and coastal environment applications.

  • Company ISLAND MARINE INTERNATIONAL logo

    Year Founded: 2009


    Island Marine International is a supplier for marine spare parts. We are expertise in Bridge to engine room spares parts. From the day of establishment, we try to increase our business range, range of spare parts and our client services. It is our supreme priority to build and sustain strong long-term relationship with our clients by providing solutions, on top of supplying spare parts. As a part of the supply chain, we understand the requirements of value for money, which is why we promise competitive prices for the highest quality spare parts and at the fastest delivery time. We are able to offer relatively lower prices and at a quicker delivery time as compared to our competitors. Having accumulated years of experience in this trade, our company has acquired an outstanding reputation for trustworthiness and reliability. This is the result of the zeal of our professional staff and skilled technicians in fulfilling the needs of our customers.

  • Company BestBangla Marine and Trading Ltd logo

    Year Founded: 2024


    At BestBangla Marine Trading Ltd., we specialize in the supply, sourcing, and export of high-quality marine equipment tailored to meet the operational demands of vessels worldwide. From engine room machinery to navigation systems, deck tools to electrical componentswe deliver trusted equipment from leading global manufacturers. Our offerings include: Main Aux Engine Components Pumps, Compressors Purifiers Navigation Communication Systems Electrical, Hydraulic Pneumatic Equipment Deck, Safety Galley Equipment All equipment is inspected, tested, and verified for performance and reliability. Whether new, OEM, or reconditioned, we ensure your vessel is equipped to operate efficiently, safely, and without delay.

  • Company Reza Enterprise logo

    Year Founded: 2010


    We are the supplier of all ship equipment and parts taken out from the ship recycling yard. We provide Main Auxiliary engine, Turbocharger, Compressors, Hydraulic Motor and pump, heat exchanger, automation, frampo pump, etc.

  • Company MJ Marine Parts logo

    Year Founded: 2010


    MJ marine parts we deal Marine Automation I Industrial Automation Marine Navigation Marine Communications I Marine Machineries Marine spare parts Ship store Marine hydraulic system Marine used spare parts All kind of marine parts MJ marine parts is stockiest and supplier all kind of ship and industrial spare used and recondition parts world wide.

  • Company Zava Marine Corporation logo

    Year Founded: 2022


    Expert manufacturers of industrial equipment and spare parts, delivering precision-engineered, durable solutions for machinery, automotive, aerospace, and heavy industries. Custom fabrication, OEM/aftermarket parts, and global supply chain support

  • Default logo

    Year Founded: 2025


    Specializing in the maritime electronics industry and professional fiber optic compass manufacturer Providing professional services and selling all kinds of marine electronic products.We provides one-stop service including technical consultation, system design, equipment sales, installation and commissioning, maintenance. We have implemented the ISO9001 quality management system, which can provide customers with the highest quality service standards. There are a wide variety of products, and the agent cooperates with the worlds major brand-name products. These include: radio communication, satellite communication, internal communication, rescue, navigation, weather, comprehensive, entertainment, fishery, other and engine room automation control and alarm system. The products can be applied to new building ships, refurbished ships, fishing boats, inland river boats and yachts, etc.