Ship Supply, Provisions & Technical Stores Supply in Galveston (USGLS)

Galveston (USGLS), strategically located on the Gulf of Mexico, serves as a critical port for offshore energy support vessels, cargo ships, car carriers, and cruise liners operating along the U.S.A Gulf Coast. The port supports both commercial and industrial maritime activity and acts as a key service hub for offshore platforms and Gulf-based trade routes. With proximity to the Houston Ship Channel and robust logistics infrastructure, Galveston plays a vital role in regional and international shipping.

Operating in Galveston’s high-regulation, time-sensitive environment demands technical discipline, bonded logistics, and 24/7 delivery capacity. Ship supply Galveston requires deep maritime understanding, U.S. Customs alignment, and full compliance with U.S. Coast Guard and international standards. AVS Global Ship Supply delivers certified support across terminals, layberths, and offshore rendezvous points.

Ship Chandlery & Equipment

AVS delivers rapid-response chandlery services across Galveston’s terminals and anchorage zones, ensuring vessels are operational and compliant at all times.

Our ship chandlery Galveston services include:

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

All chandlery items are delivered with class certification and documentation in compliance with U.S. Coast Guard and MARAD requirements.

Provisions & Bonded Stores

AVS ensures temperature-controlled, hygiene-compliant marine provisions Galveston that meet the dietary, safety, and storage needs of international crews.

We supply:

• Fresh and frozen food: USDA-certified meat, seafood, dairy, vegetables, fruits
• Dry goods: rice, canned foods, cooking oils, condiments, pasta, flour
• Special dietary items: Halal, vegetarian, gluten-free, allergen-free, diabetic-compliant
• Beverages: UHT milk, bottled water, tea, coffee, juices

All food handling operations are fully compliant with MLC 2006 and U.S. FDA food safety standards, with traceability and multilingual labeling.

AVS also provides fully licensed and documented bonded stores Galveston services:

• Alcoholic beverages: duty-free wine, spirits, and beer (where permitted by flag/state)
• Tobacco: international-brand cigarettes and cigars
• Crew welfare items: shaving kits, grooming products, toiletries, personal hygiene supplies

Bonded deliveries are executed under U.S. Customs and Border Protection supervision with full manifest control and secure warehousing.

Safety, Navigation & Regulatory Compliance

In the Gulf Coast region, vessels must adhere to rigorous IMO, SOLAS, and MARPOL compliance standards, as well as U.S. Coast Guard regulations. AVS supplies certified maritime safety equipment Galveston ready for inspection and deployment.

We supply:

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

All items are supported with conformity documentation for PSC, class, and flag inspection readiness.

Technical & Operational Stores

AVS delivers precision-engineered technical and operational stores that meet the demands of tankers, offshore support vessels, and container ships operating in Gulf waters.

We provide:

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

Each item is delivered with MSDS, technical datasheets, and class documentation to support planned maintenance systems and onboard audits.

Why AVS in Galveston

Galveston’s role as a Gulf Coast offshore and cargo hub demands a ship supply partner with bonded control, technical readiness, and full U.S. compliance. AVS Global Ship Supply meets these requirements with unmatched reliability 24/7.

Why professionals rely on AVS in Galveston:

• 24/7 service to terminals, anchorages, shipyards, and offshore zones
• Licensed bonded warehousing and U.S. Customs-cleared logistics
• Multilingual support for crewing, procurement, and port agents
• Full compliance with U.S. and international maritime regulations

From offshore rig support to international cargo transit, AVS ensures your vessel remains supplied, certified, and operational in Galveston.