Shipbuilding Electronic Repair Services | Northern Power Electronics

Shipbuilding Industry

Electronics repair for
shipbuilding & marine

When welding machines, motor controls, navigation systems and generator control systems fail on yard or vessel, we repair them at component level — faster and cheaper than replacement.

ISO 9001 & 14001 Certified Component-Level PCB Repair 1–3 Day Emergency Service NOF Member UK-Based Newcastle Workshop
Get a free repair quote Emergency repair — 1 to 3 days
Accreditations & memberships
ISO 9001 Certified - Atlas Certification UKAS ISO 14001 Certified - Atlas Certification UKAS NOF Member - National Offshore Federation
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5–10
day standard turnaround
1–3
day emergency service
Fixed
price quote — no surprises
6–24mo
warranty on all repairs

What we repair

Component-level electronics repair for shipbuilding

We do not swap boards. We repair them. Every unit is diagnosed at component level — identifying the exact fault on the PCB, drive, or control system before any work begins. Particularly important in shipbuilding where replacement lead times can hold up an entire build programme.

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Component-level repair — not board swap

We use oscilloscopes, ESR meters, thermal imaging and signal tracing to find the exact faulty component — capacitors, IGBTs, MOSFETs, driver ICs, power transistors. This means we can repair equipment the OEM no longer supports, and get your unit back faster than waiting months for a replacement.

Welding machines and welding controls
Motor control systems
AC and DC drives and inverters
Navigation and positioning systems
Power distribution units
Control panels and switchboards
HMI touchscreens and operator panels
Emergency generator control systems
Automation and monitoring systems
Hydraulic control system boards
Instrumentation and measurement systems

Sectors we serve

Shipbuilding and marine projects we support

We work across commercial shipbuilding, naval, offshore and vessel refit — wherever electronics failure affects programme or safety, we repair it.

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Commercial shipbuilding
Cargo vessels, tankers, container ships — drive systems, control panels and automation
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Naval & defence vessels
RN vessels, patrol craft and support ships — systems requiring high reliability
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Offshore support vessels
PSVs, AHTs, DSVs — drive controls, DP systems and emergency equipment
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Ferries & passenger vessels
Roll-on/roll-off, cruise and ferry operators — propulsion controls and navigation
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Dock & shipyard facilities
Gantry cranes, dock equipment, dry dock systems and material handling
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Refit & repair yards
Vessel maintenance, upgrades and refurbishment — obsolete and end-of-life equipment

In practice

From the workshop — a recent shipbuilding job

A real example of what we do and why it matters.

Success story
Emergency generator control system — fault diagnosed and repaired, reliability restored

A shipbuilding company came to us with recurring faults in their emergency generator control system. The faults were intermittent, which made them difficult to diagnose and had already raised concerns about system reliability at a critical stage of the build programme. Our engineers carried out a detailed component-level inspection and fault-finding process, quickly identifying the root cause in the generator control system. The unit was repaired and returned with a written warranty. The client was able to continue the programme with confidence in the reliability of their emergency systems.

Warranty & terms

Written warranty on every repair

All repairs carry a written warranty confirmed before work begins. You know what you're getting — in writing — before we start.

Warranty periods

Standard repair
12 months
Fault-find and component repair
Full refurbishment
6–24 months
Depends on scope — agreed per job

Terms & conditions: Warranty covers recurrence of the same fault only. It does not cover new faults, damage caused by incorrect installation, power surges, environmental damage, or misuse. The warranty period is confirmed in writing on your repair report before work begins. Warranty is void if the unit is opened or modified by a third party after repair.

Why choose NPE

Why shipbuilders choose us

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Component-level PCB repair We find and replace the exact faulty component — not the whole board.
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Fixed-price quote — always You know the full cost before we start. No hidden charges.
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Obsolete equipment specialists We repair where OEM support and parts have ended.
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ISO 9001 & 14001 certified Quality and environmental management — independently verified.
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Written warranty 6–24 months depending on scope. Confirmed before work starts.
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Emergency service available 1–3 working day turnaround when programme pressure demands it.
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NOF member Recognised within the energy and offshore supply chain network.
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Newcastle — close to the Tyne yards Based in Newcastle, minutes from Tyneside's shipbuilding heritage.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions from shipbuilders

What shipbuilding equipment do you repair?
We repair welding machines, motor control systems, AC and DC drives, navigation and positioning systems, power distribution units, control panels, HMIs, automation system boards, and emergency generator control systems. If it has a circuit board and it fails, we can diagnose and repair it.
Can you repair safety-critical systems like emergency generator controls?
Yes. We have repaired emergency generator control systems for shipbuilding clients where reliability is non-negotiable. Every repair is carried out at component level, tested thoroughly before return, and covered by a written warranty. We understand the consequences of failure in these systems and treat them accordingly.
How quickly can you repair my equipment?
Standard turnaround is 5–10 working days from receipt at our Newcastle workshop. If the build programme is at risk, our emergency service returns most units in 1–3 working days. Let us know the urgency when you contact us.
Do you repair obsolete shipbuilding electronics?
Yes — this is one of our specialities. We source components through our global supplier network and repair at component level. We do not need OEM support or spare boards to carry out the repair, which matters when equipment has been discontinued or has multi-month lead times for replacement.
How much does a repair cost?
We provide a fixed-price quote after diagnosis — you know the full cost before we start any work. No obligation to proceed. Diagnosis is carried out within 24 hours of your unit arriving at our Newcastle workshop.
Do you account for marine conditions — salt, vibration and humidity?
Yes. Marine environments are corrosive and demanding. Where relevant, we use conformal coating, marine-grade components, and thorough cleaning as part of the repair and refurbishment process — ensuring the unit is properly protected for the environment it operates in, not just repaired to minimum specification.

Equipment failure holding up your programme? Send your unit today.

Pack your unit and send it to our Newcastle workshop.
Diagnosis within 24 hours of arrival. Fixed-price quote before any work begins. No obligation.

📞 0800 001 6045

Monday – Friday  ·  8:30am – 5:00pm

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