Zaandam (NLZAA)—the North Holland hub on the Zaan River / North Sea Canal corridor within the Port of Amsterdam cluster—serves coastal & general cargo/feeder traffic, dry bulk & breakbulk (cocoa, timber, paper, steel, aggregates), petroleum & chemical (tankers/barges), inland tow/barges, project/heavy-lift, fishing/service craft, river/cruise calls, superyachts & marinas, and repair/yard activity. Pilotage/VTS, IJmuiden lock transits, bridge air-draft limits, tidal/current windows, environmental/shore-power policies, and Dutch/EU compliance (Douane/Customs, Harbour Master/ISPS/HSE, Port Health/Quarantine) demand speed, compliance, and precision.
AVS Global Ship Supply delivers complete ship supplier & ship chandler solutions—chandlery, provisions, bonded stores, and technical logistics—24/7 to commercial quays, bulk/liquid berths, inland terminals, marinas/shipyards, and authorised anchorage, aligned with IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL, MLC 2006.
Fit-for-purpose anchoring and berthing gear for canal/river and terminal operations:
• Anchors & chains: Stockless/HHP anchors; stud-link chains with swivels, kenter links, shackles
• Fenders & buoys: Pneumatic/foam-filled ship fenders, quay/dock fenders, yacht/fishing fenders, mooring buoys
• Lifting & towing gear: Certified chain blocks, wire ropes, towing hooks, winches, slings
All supplies include test certificates per SOLAS and harbour/terminal requirements.
Duty-controlled bonded stores for international and cabotage calls at Zaandam:
• Beverages: Spirits, wine, beer (where permitted); soft drinks and water under bond
• Tobacco & confectionery: Cigarettes, cigars, rolling tobacco; chocolates and snacks
• Crew comfort: Toiletries, perfumes, personal electronics, welfare packs
Managed end-to-end with Dutch Customs (Douane) documentation and sealed logistics.
Port-authorised ship chandler Zaandam with IMPA/ISSA mapping for accurate RFQs:
• Deck stores: Pilot ladders, hatch-sealing tapes, shackles, marine ropes, absorbents/spill kits/booms, painting equipment (rollers, brushes, tapes), PPE
• Engine stores: Gauges, lubricants, fuel-testing kits, gasket sheets, mechanical tools, filters, seals, belts, hoses, fasteners, marine pumps and marine valves (globe, gate, butterfly, check)
• Cabin & galley: Cleaning chemicals, toiletries, cookware, utensils, bedding, tableware, marine stationery / marine stationary (logbooks, tags, printer supplies)
• Welding supplies: Electrodes/wires, gases, grinders, shields, safety signage
All items are marine-grade and compliant with IMO/SOLAS. (No “OEM-approved spares” claims.)
Rigging specified for canal currents, cross-winds, frequent berth/lock/bridge moves:
• Mooring ropes & tails: Polypropylene, nylon, HMPE; nylon tails for wire-line pairings
• Wire ropes & steel cables: Galvanised mooring/towing wires, winch wires, certified hawsers
• Hardware & flow: Couplings, fittings, hoses, bollards, fairleads, chocks, shackles, rope stoppers, lifting slings
All products follow OCIMF guidance and withstand high-cycle terminal and barge operations.
Hygienic, temperature-controlled ship provisions Zaandam for bulkers, tankers/barges, feeders, cruise/yacht calls, workboats, and mixed crews:
• Fresh produce & dairy: Vegetables, fruits, herbs, dairy, fresh meats, poultry, seafood
• Frozen & dry stores: Frozen meats, baked goods, rice, pasta, flour, canned goods, spices, oils
• Special diets: Halal, vegetarian, diabetic-friendly, gluten-free, allergen-aware; marine welfare items for crew wellbeing
• Potable water & beverages: Bottled water, UHT milk, juices, soft drinks, energy drinks
Provisioning follows HACCP and MLC 2006 with batch traceability and cold-chain logging—optimised for tight lock windows and rapid quay turnarounds.
Keep vessels inspection-ready with certified marine safety and navigation supply:
• Safety equipment: SOLAS-approved lifejackets, immersion suits, lifebuoys, pyrotechnics, firefighting gear, PPE
• Navigation & electronics: Nautical charts/publications, radar reflectors, ECDIS backups, signal flags, compasses; Marine Electronics, Navigation & Communications handhelds & accessories (AIS, GPS, GMDSS)
• Medical supplies: Flag-state medical kits, trauma packs, oxygen systems, burn care, controlled medicines with expiry control
Delivered with certificates for PSC/class; compliant with IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL.
Maintenance continuity across bulk/liquid berths, commercial quays, inland terminals, marinas, and repair yards:
• Mooring & deck equipment: Bollards, fairleads, mooring hooks, cargo hooks, hatch cover tape
• Chemicals & coatings: Descalers, degreasers, detergents, boiler/cooling-water treatment, antifouling paints, primers, coatings (MSDS provided)
• Pipes & flow: Pressure-rated couplings, fittings, hoses, strainers, valves; pressure-tested assemblies on request
• Engine & electrical: Pump impellers, gaskets, bearings, belts, cabling, fuses, breakers, light fittings—reliable machinery equipment / machienery equipments support
• Cabin, galley & office: Kitchen appliances, mess utensils, bedding, cleaning gear, stationery
Spec sheets supplied to integrate with PMS and vessel documentation.
• 24/7 delivery to Zaandam commercial quays, bulk/liquid berths, inland terminals, marinas/shipyards, and authorised anchorage
• Certified bonded logistics with Dutch Customs (Douane) facilitation
• IMPA/ISSA coded inventory for rapid, accurate RFQs
• Full compliance with Netherlands/EU rules plus IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL
Yes. We deliver by truck to terminal/yard locations and coordinate certified waterside transfer to authorised harbour roads/anchorage across Zaandam (NLZAA).
Yes. All fresh, frozen, and dry goods follow HACCP protocols with temperature control, batch labelling, and shelf-life tracking, aligned with MLC 2006.
Yes. We supply bonded goods with full Dutch Customs (Douane) compliance and terminal/port approval, including beverages, tobacco, and duty-free items.
Yes. All safety gear and navigation aids are SOLAS-approved and delivered with certificates ready for PSC/class inspections.
Yes. Most deck, engine, and cabin stores are IMPA/ISSA coded for easy RFQ referencing and global standardisation.
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.