Ship Supplier & Ship Chandler in San Francisco (USSFO) - AVS

San Francisco (USSFO)—the Northern California bay gateway—serves container feeders, breakbulk/general cargo, car carriers, tankers/bunker barges, government & research vessels, ferries, cruise calls, workboats, and superyachts. Pilotage & VTS (SF Vessel Traffic Service), tidal currents, bridge air-draft limits, fog-related delays, environmental restrictions (CARB/OSHA), and tight berth windows 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 piers, ferry/cruise terminals, Naval/academy docks, marinas/shipyards, and authorised anchorage across the Bay Area, aligned with IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL, MLC 2006.

Anchors, Chains & Fenders

Fit-for-purpose anchoring and berthing gear for Bay & coastal operations:

• Anchors & chains: Stockless/HHP anchors; stud-link chains with swivels, kenter links, shackles

• Fenders & buoys: Pneumatic/foam-filled ship fenders, quay/dock fenders, tug/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 terminal authority requirements.

Bonded Stores

Duty-controlled bonded stores for international and Jones Act traffic in San Francisco:

• 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 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) documentation and sealed logistics.

Chandlery (Deck, Engine & Cabin Stores)

Port-authorised ship chandler San Francisco with IMPA/ISSA mapping for accurate RFQs:

• Deck stores: Pilot ladders, hatch-sealing tapes, shackles, mooring lines, absorbents, spill kits, painting equipment, PPE

• Engine stores: Gauges, lubricants, fuel-testing kits, gasket sheets, filters, seals, belts, hoses, valves, pumps

• Cabin & galley: Cleaning chemicals, cookware, utensils, bedding, tableware, stationery

• Welding supplies: Electrodes, gases, grinders, face shields, safety signage

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

Mooring, Ropes, Wires & Cables

Rigging specified for tidal currents, cross-winds, ferry wash, and frequent berth 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, stoppers

All products follow OCIMF guidance and withstand high-cycle terminal and marina operations.

Provisions (Food & Catering Supplies)

Temperature-controlled ship provisions San Francisco for cargo, ferry, cruise, and yacht calls:

• Fresh produce & dairy: Vegetables, fruits, herbs, dairy, meats, seafood

• Frozen & dry stores: Frozen meats/fish, baked goods, rice, pasta, flour, canned goods, spices, oils

• Special diets: Halal, vegetarian, vegan, diabetic-friendly, gluten-free, allergen-aware, marine welfare items

• Potable water & beverages: Bottled water, UHT milk, juices, soft drinks, energy drinks

Provisioning follows HACCP and MLC 2006 with full traceability and cold-chain logging.

Safety, Navigation & Compliance Stores

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: Charts, radar reflectors, ECDIS backups, flags, compasses, AIS, GPS, GMDSS

• Medical supplies: Flag-state kits, trauma packs, oxygen systems, burn care, controlled medicines

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

Technical & Operational Stores

Maintenance continuity across commercial piers, cruise terminals, marinas, shipyards, and anchorage:

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

• Chemicals & coatings: Descalers, degreasers, boiler/cooling-water treatment, antifouling paints (MSDS provided)

• Pipes & flow: Couplings, fittings, hoses, strainers, valves; pressure-tested assemblies on request

• Engine & electrical: Pump impellers, gaskets, bearings, belts, cabling, fuses, breakers, light fittings

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

Why AVS in San Francisco (USSFO)

• 24/7 delivery to commercial piers, cruise/ferry terminals, marinas, and authorised anchorage

• Certified bonded logistics with U.S. CBP facilitation

• IMPA/ISSA coded inventory for accurate RFQs

• Full compliance with U.S. Coast Guard/CARB rules + IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL

FAQs

Q1: Do you deliver ship supplies to all terminals and anchorage in San Francisco?

Yes. We deliver by truck to terminal/yard locations and coordinate waterside transfer to authorised anchorage.

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

Yes. All provisions follow HACCP protocols with temperature control, batch labelling, and traceability.

Q3: Do you provide bonded stores in San Francisco with customs compliance?

Yes. Bonded goods are supplied with full U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) compliance, including beverages, tobacco, and duty-free where permitted.

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

Yes. All safety gear and navigation aids are SOLAS-approved and delivered with certificates.

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.