ABS / USCG / NAVSEA Certified
Mission-ReadyFabrication& Repair
Certified marine fabrication, repair, and support from Portsmouth, Virginia.
- ABS / USCG / NAVSEA
- ISO 9000 compliant
- Since 2003
- Portsmouth, VA
Core Capabilities
Machine and mechanical
Heavy mechanical repair and overhaul work for production and fleet support.
Marine electrical and electronics
Electrical systems, electronics, and troubleshooting for operational platforms.
Certified welding and pipe fabrication
Certified procedures and fabrication for shipboard and shop work.
Sheet metal and HVAC fabrication
Sheet metal fabrication and HVAC support for marine and industrial requirements.
Insulation and lagging
Thermal protection, removable pads, and custom cover fabrication.
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Certifications and standards
AFBS works under ABS, USCG, and NAVSEA procedures and supports welding, inspection, and audit-ready quality expectations tied to customer requirements.
ABS / USCG / NAVSEA certified procedures
ISO 9000 compliant
Controlled welding and fabrication work
Inspection capability including VT, PT, and MT
QMS development and outside agency audit support
Agencies and operators served
Served agencies and operators
AFBS frames its work around named agencies, operators, and public-sector customers rather than generic industries.
Government and agency partners
- U.S. Navy
- MARMC
- U.S. Coast Guard
- MSC
Public-sector customers
- VDOT
- City of Norfolk
- City of Chesapeake
The full page carries the broader customer framing and operator list.
Representative work
Representative work
The current AFBS record reads most credibly as repeatable ship repair, fabrication, and industrial support scope rather than generic marketing claims.
Naval and agency repair support
Certified welding, pipe fabrication, mechanical work, and electrical support aligned with Navy, MSC, Coast Guard, MARAD, and NOAA customer expectations.
Switchboard, testing, and troubleshooting scope
Electrical switchboard overhauls and cleaning, testing, troubleshooting, lighting systems, and CCTV support for operational platforms and facilities.
Deeper program, inspection, and contract details live on the capabilities page.
Strategic Capacity for Large-Scale Projects
12,000+ Sq Ft
Industrial Shop Space
2+ Acres
Dedicated Storage
24/7 Mobile
Rapid Response Teams
NAVSEA Capable
Pier-Side Support
Leadership profiles
Leadership
A concise roster that reflects continuity, responsibility, and operational depth.
Sean Begarek
President
Leads the company with long-term responsibility for customer relationships, operating discipline, and strategic continuity.
Josh Perry
Vice President / Production Manager
Directs production execution and keeps shop flow aligned with ship repair, fabrication, and delivery demands.
The full page carries the complete leadership roster and bios.
Careers preview
Work that matters, trades that last.
AFBS builds long-term trade teams across welding, pipe, mechanical, electrical, sheet metal, insulation, and production support work.
Certified welders, fitters, pipe workers, and fabricators supporting marine repair and overhaul
Mechanical, electrical, switchboard, and troubleshooting roles tied to shipboard equipment work
Sheet metal, HVAC, insulation, lagging, and shop support roles that keep production moving
Open roles are coordinated through operations as production needs change.
Partner with AFBS for your next project.
Available Monday-Friday for marine repair inquiries