Welcome to Fairhaven Shipyard

Fairhaven Shipyard Companies is located on Buzzards Bay, in Fairhaven, Massachusetts, which is in the harbor of the historic working port of New Bedford. Protected by a hurricane barrier, we provide safe, convenient dockage for all of our customers, along with a full range of shipyard services to support them.

On-site, we have our own machine shop, comprehensive paint facility, multi-brand engine shop with factory trained mechanics, electrical department, welding/metal fabrication department, service and parts department. We also partner with East Coast Boat Carpenters to meet any joinery needs. Hauling capacity includes travellift up to 440 tons and railway up to 1,000 tons. With a long history of building aluminum and steel fishing and commercial vessels, Fairhaven Shipyard is well equipped to build your next workboat.

Our work spans commercial fishing and passenger vessels, tugs, as well as motor and sailing yachts. This broad range gives us expertise across the industry and proven experience to handle all your boating needs.

Hours of Operation:
Office: Monday-Friday, 7:30AM-4:00PM
Fuel Dock: Daily (May-October), 7:00AM-7:00PM