Naval Shipyard Limited (NSL) has a rich history dating back to 1963, when it was founded by Messrs Witt and Busch as a small boat building and repair yard. In April 1990, the Nigerian Navy acquired the yard with a vision to develop local capacity in ship and boat building, as well as maintenance. This strategic acquisition aims at enhancing the Navy’s operational capabilities by providing the engineering hub required to sustain and build vessels, thereby acting as a force multiplier for naval and maritime operations.
As a subsidiary of Navy Holdings Limited (NHL), NSL has evolved to operate commercially, ensuring sustainability, and supporting the Nigerian Navy’s operations. Despite facing challenges, the yard has made significant contributions to the development of Nigeria’s maritime sector and the operations of the Nigerian Navy. The continued upgrade of the Shipyard has provided the needed facilities for her participation in the oil and gas industry. Our commitment to human capacity development is evident in our employment and training programs for Nigerian Navy personnel and civilians. This investment in human capital has enabled us to build a skilled and dedicated workforce, poised to drive growth and innovation in the maritime industry. Read More
At NSL, we are committed to upholding our core values of professionalism, efficiency, customer satisfaction, and national development. We believe in the importance of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and we strive to make a positive impact on the communities we serve. Today, Naval Shipyard Limited is well-positioned to support the Nigerian Navy’s operations while advancing indigenous capacity for shipbuilding and maintenance. We are dedicated to contributing to the growth of Nigeria’s maritime sector, oil and gas sector, fostering economic development, and enhancing the nation’s naval capabilities.
Our services include ship design, ship building, and comprehensive ship repairs. We specialize in marine fabrication and the construction of houseboats and barges. Additionally, we offer the construction and installation of gun mountings, as well as workshop services. Our facilities provide space leasing and jetty load-out services. We also offer painting and hull maintenance for ships, anti-ballistic installations, and berthing services. Our expertise extends to the refurbishment of ships and boats, as well as hull and craft modification