Ship Supply & Chandlery in Benin

Benin, located on the Gulf of Guinea, is a key maritime gateway to West Africa. With Cotonou Port serving as its principal maritime hub, the country supports high volumes of container traffic, oil and gas supply vessels, and general cargo operations. As a strategic coastal access point to landlocked neighbors such as Niger and Burkina Faso, Benin plays a vital role in regional maritime logistics.

In such a dynamic shipping environment, dependable and regulation-compliant ship supply Benin is critical. From provisioning to technical gear, any delay or non-compliant delivery can disrupt schedules and lead to costly port holds.

AVS Global Ship Supply provides 24/7, compliance-focused services throughout Benin. With proven maritime logistics expertise and deep familiarity with regional port operations, AVS is the trusted partner for ship operators demanding reliability and technical excellence.

Ship Chandlery & Equipment

AVS offers comprehensive ship chandlery Benin solutions, supporting deck, engine, and cabin store needs with precision and reliability.

Deck stores include U2/U3 anchors, certified stud-link chains, pneumatic fenders, HMPE and polypropylene mooring ropes, heavy-duty winches, and vessel-rated deck cranes. For rigging and lifting, we provide SWL-certified gear: chain blocks, turnbuckles, D-shackles, and master links—each tagged, tested, and logged for inspection.

Engine supplies feature maintenance tools, non-sparking hand kits, oil spill control absorbents, grease guns, and gasket sheets. In the accommodation sector, AVS delivers IMO-compliant mattresses, flame-retardant curtains, galley utensils, and sanitary fixtures suited to maritime hygiene protocols.

Provisions & Bonded Stores

AVS ensures the delivery of high-quality marine provisions Benin, meeting strict international food safety standards. Our provision supplies include traceable meats, dairy, grains, legumes, fresh vegetables, and frozen seafood—stored in ISO-certified cold chains and packed under HACCP guidelines.

Crews of diverse nationalities are supported with Halal products, vegetarian options, and allergen-free rations. Every food item is selected to align with MLC 2006 standards for crew health, dietary safety, and wellbeing.

For authorized bonded officers, we supply secure bonded stores Benin including sealed alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, toiletries, and confectioneries. Deliveries are executed under strict customs control, with full documentation and tamper-evident packaging.

Safety, Navigation & Regulatory Compliance

AVS equips vessels with certified maritime safety equipment Benin, ensuring compliance with global maritime safety regulations. Inventory includes SOLAS-approved lifejackets, immersion suits, escape sets, firefighting gear, EEBDs, and protective clothing for enclosed space operations.

Navigation stores include class-certified compasses, GPS units, binoculars, echo sounders, signal flags, and corrected nautical charts. All equipment aligns with current IMO, SOLAS, and MARPOL regulations, supporting successful port state inspections.

Medical equipment is supplied according to flag-state specifications and includes first aid kits, oxygen cylinders, splints, and full treatment lockers—individually sealed, expiry-monitored, and compliant.

Technical & Operational Stores

AVS provides a broad range of technical stores tailored for West African port conditions. Marine chemicals for boiler descaling, fuel treatment, and sewage system maintenance are delivered with MSDS and dosing guides.

Deck operation gear includes wire ropes, bollards, mooring winches, fairleads, quick-release hooks, and hydraulic hoses—sourced to match vessel-specific dimensions and material standards.

Electrical stock includes marine-grade lighting, switch panels, cable trays, junction boxes, and emergency power units—built to IP ratings and flame-retardant classifications. Cabin and galley consumables—filters, pest control units, and anti-bacterial cleaners—support onboard hygiene and crew safety.

Why AVS in Benin

AVS Global Ship Supply offers 24/7 operational coverage in Benin, including Cotonou and all offshore anchorages. Our local logistics team ensures fast port clearance, bonded coordination, and guaranteed delivery windows.

We provide multilingual service across English, French, and Portuguese facilitating direct communication with local port authorities and vessel command teams. Every delivery is backed by a strict compliance framework, full traceability, and maritime certification.

As a leader in the Portuguese-speaking maritime corridor, AVS brings global standards to the local port environment in Benin—ensuring every ship call is supported with precision, reliability, and operational excellence.