Ship Supply & Chandlery in San Diego (USSAN)

San Diego (USSAN)—home to Port of San Diego’s Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal and National City Marine Terminal—handles container feeders, breakbulk/project cargo, vehicles/ro-ro, cruise ships, and coastal tankers. Tight turnarounds and layered compliance in U.S. waters demand fast, precise, and audit-ready marine supply.

AVS Global Ship Supply delivers full-spectrum chandlery, provisions, bonded stores, and technical logistics—24/7 to berth and anchorage—aligned with IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL, and MLC 2006 standards.

Anchors, Chains & Fenders

We supply a complete range of anchoring and mooring equipment for safe berthing across Port of San Diego terminals:

• Marine anchors & chains: Stockless/HHP anchors; stud-link chains with swivels and shackles.

• Fenders & buoys: Pneumatic and foam-filled fenders for tankers/box ships/cruise vessels; quay/dock fenders and mooring buoys.

• Lifting & towing gear: Certified chain blocks, wire ropes, towing hooks, and winches for heavy lifts and tug assist.

All items are delivered with test certificates and classification documentation in line with SOLAS and port requirements.

Bonded Stores

Duty-controlled bonded stores for international and coastwise calls:

• Beverages: Spirits, wine, beer; soft drinks and water under bonded control.

• Tobacco & confectionery: Cigarettes, cigars, rolling tobacco; chocolates and snacks.

• Crew comfort: Toiletries, perfumes, personal electronics, entertainment items.

We manage documentation/seals end-to-end to comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection procedures at San Diego.

Chandlery (Deck, Engine & Cabin Stores)

End-to-end chandlery with IMPA/ISSA mapping for rapid RFQs:

• Deck stores: Pilot ladders, hatch sealing tapes, shackles, marine ropes, fenders, oil-spill booms, painting & maintenance supplies.

• Engine stores: Gauges, lubricants, fuel testing kits, gasket sheets, mechanical tools, filters, seals, belts, hoses, fasteners.

• Cabin & galley stores: Cleaning chemicals, toiletries, galley utensils, cookware, bedding, tableware.

All supplies are marine-grade and compliant with IMO/SOLAS standards.

Mooring, Ropes, Wires & Cables

Rigging essentials engineered for busy cruise, ro-ro, and breakbulk berths:

• Mooring ropes & tails: Polypropylene, nylon, HMPE; nylon tails for elasticity with wire lines.

• Wire ropes & steel cables: Galvanized mooring/towing wires, winch wires, hawsers with certificates.

• Associated fittings: Bollards, fairleads, chocks, shackles, rope stoppers, lifting slings.

All products meet OCIMF guidance and are specified for durability in high-cycle conditions.

Provisions (Food & Catering Supplies)

Fresh, frozen, and dry provisions tailored to multinational 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 dietary items: Halal, kosher, vegetarian, diabetic-friendly, gluten-free, allergen-aware options.

All food handling follows HACCP protocols and MLC 2006 with cold-chain control and batch traceability.

Safety, Navigation & Compliance Stores

Inspection-ready safety and navigation equipment:

• Safety equipment: SOLAS-approved lifejackets, immersion suits, lifebuoys, pyrotechnics, firefighting gear, PPE.

• Navigation equipment: Nautical publications, sailing directions, radar reflectors, ECDIS backups, signal flags, compasses.

• Medical supplies: Flag-state medical kits, trauma packs, oxygen systems, burn care products.

Delivered with certificates for PSC/class inspections; compliant with IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL.

Technical & Operational Stores

Maintenance and engineering continuity at Port of San Diego:

• Mooring & deck equipment: Bollards, fairleads, mooring hooks, cargo hooks, hatch cover tape.

• Marine chemicals & coatings: Descalers, degreasers, detergents, boiler/cooling water treatment, anti-fouling paints, primers, coatings.

• Engine & electrical stores: Filters, pump impellers, gaskets, valves, cables, fuses, breakers, light fittings.

• Cabin, galley & office: Kitchen appliances, mess utensils, bedding, cleaning gear, stationery.

All items are from certified manufacturers and shipped with spec sheets and MSDS.

Why Choose AVS in San Diego (USSAN)

• 24/7 delivery to berth, anchorage, and cruise terminals.

• Certified bonded logistics with customs facilitation.

• IMPA/ISSA coded inventory for fast, accurate RFQs.

• Full compliance with U.S. maritime rules plus IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL.

FAQs

Q1: Do you deliver ship supplies at both berth and anchorage in San Diego?

Yes. AVS delivers by truck to berth and by certified launch to anchorage, covering Port of San Diego’s cruise, ro-ro, and cargo terminals.

Q2: Are your provisions in San Diego handled under HACCP standards?

Yes. All fresh, frozen, and dry goods follow HACCP protocols with temperature control, batch labeling, and shelf-life tracking, in line with MLC 2006.

Q3: Do you provide bonded stores in San Diego with customs clearance?

Yes. We supply bonded goods with full U.S. customs clearance and port authority approval, including beverages, tobacco, and duty-free items.

Q4: Can you supply SOLAS-approved safety and navigation equipment in San Diego?

Yes. All safety gear and navigation aids are SOLAS-approved and delivered with certificates ready for PSC and class inspections.

Q5: Are your chandlery and technical stores IMPA/ISSA coded?

Yes. Most deck, engine, and cabin stores are IMPA/ISSA coded for easy RFQ referencing and global standardization.