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Ship Supply, Provisions & Technical Stores Supply in Kobe (JPUKB)

Kobe (JPUKB), located on Japan’s southern Honshu coast, is a vital Pacific gateway serving deep-sea container ships, bulk carriers, car carriers, and general cargo vessels. As a key port within the Hanshin Industrial Region and one of Japan’s oldest international harbors, Kobe offers high-efficiency logistics, advanced port infrastructure, and seamless access to the Pacific trade corridor.

In such a technically demanding environment, ship supply Kobe requires class-certified equipment, bonded logistics precision, and total compliance with Japanese maritime regulations. AVS Global Ship Supply ensures 24/7 operational support, bonded accuracy, and multilingual execution across all Kobe terminals, anchorages, and yards.


Ship Chandlery & Equipment

AVS provides full-service chandlery coverage at Kobe’s container terminals, breakbulk piers, ship repair yards, and anchorages with fast, compliant delivery.

Our ship chandlery Kobe services include:

  • Deck Stores: pilot ladders, hatch sealing tapes, mooring ropes, shackles, tarpaulins, fenders
  • Engine Stores: oil absorbents, mechanical tools, pressure gauges, thermometers, hoses
  • Cabin Stores: cookware, galley utensils, cleaning materials, linen kits, dispensers, bins
  • Rigging & Lifting Gear: wire ropes, cranes, chain blocks, winches, turnbuckles, hooks

All supplies are delivered with classification society certificates and conform to Japanese Maritime Bureau standards and Port of Kobe safety requirements.


Provisions & Bonded Stores

AVS delivers cold-chain maintained, JAS-certified marine provisions Kobe, meeting the nutritional, religious, and cultural needs of diverse international crews.

We provide:

  • Fresh and frozen foods: meats, seafood, vegetables, fruits, dairy – all quality-assured
  • Dry goods: rice, noodles, sauces, canned foods, condiments, flour, spices
  • Dietary options: Halal, vegetarian, diabetic-friendly, gluten-free, allergen-free
  • Beverages: UHT milk, bottled water, premium teas, juices, coffee

All provisioning is executed in line with MLC 2006, including hygiene documentation, multilingual labeling, and traceability controls.

AVS also manages secured and licensed bonded stores Kobe deliveries:

  • Alcoholic beverages: duty-free wine, beer, spirits (only for eligible international flag vessels)
  • Tobacco: brand-name cigarettes and cigars
  • Crew welfare items: toiletries, shaving kits, personal hygiene products

Bonded movements are executed under Japanese Customs supervision, with manifest-level control and secure warehousing.


Safety, Navigation & Regulatory Compliance

Kobe enforces strict port state control under Japanese national standards and global conventions. AVS supplies certified maritime safety equipment Kobe, fully aligned with international safety codes.

We supply:

  • PPE: immersion suits, FR coveralls, lifejackets, safety boots, gloves, helmets
  • Firefighting Equipment: CO₂ extinguishers, foam systems, hydrants, hoses, fire blankets
  • Navigation Tools: signal flags, radar reflectors, magnetic compasses, sextants, barometers
  • Medical Kits: SOLAS-approved first-aid packs, trauma modules, oxygen systems

All equipment is compliant with IMO, SOLAS, and MARPOL standards and includes inspection-ready documentation.


Technical & Operational Stores

AVS supplies technically verified technical and operational stores for container ships, bulk carriers, and general cargo vessels operating out of Kobe.

We provide:

  • Marine Chemicals: degreasers, descalers, tank cleaners, fuel additives, boiler treatment
  • Mooring Gear: towing hooks, fairleads, chain stoppers, synthetic ropes, bollards
  • Paints & Coatings: epoxy primers, antifouling systems, rust inhibitors, topcoats, thinners
  • Valves & Fittings: globe valves, elbows, Y-strainers, flanges, reducers, couplings
  • Electrical Items: LED lights, marine cables, waterproof switches, fuses, junction boxes
  • Cabin Fixtures: lighting accessories, curtain kits, signage, fans, dispensers, bins

All deliveries include MSDS, technical data sheets, and class certification to support planned maintenance and port audits.


Why AVS in Kobe

Kobe’s operational scale, compliance demands, and global shipping relevance require a supply partner with technical mastery, bonded reliability, and multilingual coordination. AVS Global Ship Supply delivers it all efficiently, 24/7.

Why ship operators choose AVS in Kobe:

  • 24/7 delivery across terminals, yards, and anchorages
  • Customs-cleared bonded warehousing under Japanese law
  • Multilingual logistics coordination with procurement teams and crew
  • Full compliance with Japanese Maritime Law and international conventions

From provisioning trans-Pacific carriers to resupplying project cargo vessels, AVS ensures your vessel remains operational, certified, and fully equipped in Kobe.


Reliable Services
Flexible Solutions
Global Network
Sectors We Serve

AVS provides reliable service with its extensive experience and strong relationships in the maritime sector. We aim to always offer our customers quality and reliable solutions.

We offer flexible solutions tailored to the unique needs of each customer. AVS develops customized approaches to meet the demands of our customers.

AVS has a wide-reaching network, servicing over 1,500 ports worldwide. This global network enables us to deliver services to our customers quickly and efficiently.

Countries and Ports We Serve

Trade and Transport

  • Merchant Vessels
  • Tankers
  • Dry Bulks
  • Liners
  • Platform Supply Vessels
  • Container Ships
  • Ro-Ro Ships (Roll-on/Roll-off)

Tourism and Passenger Transport

  • Cruises
  • Ferries
  • Yachts

Energy and Oil Industry

  • Tankers
  • Drilling Vessels
  • Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO)
  • Anchor Handling Tug Supply Vessels (AHTS)
  • Pipe Lay Vessels / Barge
  • Offshore Support Vessels
  • Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) Vessels

Scientific Research and Exploration

  • Seismic Research Vessels
  • Submersibles
  • Jackups
  • Semi Submersibles
  • Research Vessels

Military and Government Services

  • Government Vessels
  • Patrol Vessels
  • Frigates
  • Submarines

Environment and Marine Management

  • Dredgers
  • Environmental Research Vessels

Logistics and Support Services

  • Tenders
  • Multi-Purpose Supply Vessel (MPSV)
  • Ship Managers
  • Salvage Vessels
  • Tugboats