BUCK KREIHS COMPANY, INC.

Buck Kreihs Company, Inc. is a marine and industrial repair company based in the United States. It has a long-standing reputation, particularly within the maritime sector, for providing repair and maintenance services to various types of vessels and industrial equipment. Established in 1947, the company has decades of expertise and experience in its field.

Key offerings of Buck Kreihs include:

  1. Ship Repair and Maintenance: This encompasses a range of services from structural repairs, outfitting, and mechanical work to electrical and electronic services.
  2. Industrial Services: Besides marine work, the company also serves industrial clients, offering maintenance and repair services tailored to different industrial machinery and equipment.
  3. Emergency Services: Known for responding to urgent repair needs, Buck Kreihs provides emergency services to ensure minimal downtime for its clients' operations.

The company utilizes skilled craftsmen and advanced technologies to ensure high-quality and reliable repair solutions. Known for its commitment to safety and customer satisfaction, Buck Kreihs has earned a reputation for reliability and excellence in both the marine and industrial sectors.

The company operates from strategically located facilities that provide easy access to major waterways, enabling efficient servicing of vessels. Its long-standing presence in the industry and extensive expertise make it a go-to provider for marine and industrial repairs.

Products

Topside Marine Repairs

New Orleans USA

2225 Tchoupitoulas Street
New Orleans LA 70130
USA

Ships

UOS COLUMBIA

Offshore Support Vessel | Flag: Antigua and Barbuda | Port: ST. JOHN'S

Maritime News

Research Vessel Discovery and "The Night of Monster Waves"

Research Vessel Discovery and "The Night of Monster Waves"

4 hours ago
On the night of February 8, 2000, the crew of the British research vessel, Royal Research Ship (RRS) Discovery, were braced for a storm.Wind speeds had been increasing over the previous night creating conditions no one onboard had ex-perienced before – or would want to experience again.From mid-afternoon on the 8th to mid-morning on the 9th, wave heights were topping 20 m in height and even reached 29.1 m – the equivalent to a ten-storey building – peaking around midnight.Even for 250 km west of Scotland, out in the North Atlantic, these were abnormal conditions.
Oil and Gas Traders to Seek Tariffs Exemptions from China for US Imports

Oil and Gas Traders to Seek Tariffs Exemptions from China for US Imports

8 hours ago
Oil and gas traders are likely to seek waivers from Beijing over tariffs that the Chinese government plans to impose on U.S. crude and liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from February 10, trade sources said on Thursday.Shortly after tariffs on China imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump took effect on Tuesday, China's Finance Ministry said it would impose levies of 15% on imports of U.S. coal and LNG and 10% for crude oil as well as on farm equipment and some autos, starting on February 10.Four tankers, carrying 6 million barrels of U.S.
Ocean Winds Lines Up Cadeler’s Vessel for Work at Polish Offshore Wind Farm

Ocean Winds Lines Up Cadeler’s Vessel for Work at Polish Offshore Wind Farm

8 hours ago
Danish offshore wind installation firm Cadeler has signed a vessel reservation agreement with Ocean Winds for the installation of the wind turbine generators at BC-Wind offshore wind farm in the Polish Baltic Sea.The potential value of the contract to be negotiated during the pendency of the agreement is estimated to be between $49 million and $58 million.Under the vessel reservation agreement, Cadeler scope covers installation and transportation of around 30 wind turbines at the BC-Wind offshore wind farm.Cadeler plans to deploy one of its O-class vessels, with the project scheduled to be completed in 2028.
Large Wreckage Removed from Potomac River

Large Wreckage Removed from Potomac River

18 hours ago
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) and U.S. Navy’s Supervisor of Salvage and Diving (SUPSALV), have removed all the major components of the American Airlines regional jet and U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter from the Potomac River.The PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 airplane operated as American Airlines Flight 5342 from Wichita, Kansas, to Reagan Washington National Airport and the US Army helicopter collided at 8:47 p.m. ET on January 29, 2025, killing 67 people.Prestaging operations began on January 31, and initial removal of large wreckage started February 3.
Fincantieri Bags Multi-Billion Dollar Cruise Ships Order from Norwegian Operator

Fincantieri Bags Multi-Billion Dollar Cruise Ships Order from Norwegian Operator

2 days ago
Fincantieri and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCL) have signed a multi-billion dollar agreement for the construction of four new cruise ships.With a gross tonnage of approximately 226,000 tons, the new units will be the largest ever built for NCL.The ships will be built at the Fincantieri Monfalcone shipyard, with the first unit to be delivered in 2030 and the others to follow in 2032, 2034, and 2036.Fincantieri deemed the contract ‘very important’, which means its value exceeds $2 billion. According to media reports citing sources close to the matter, the value of the contract is over $9 billion.The firm order follows the letter of intent the companies signed in April 2024.