Charleston Shipyard (Port of Coos Bay, Oregon)

Charleston Shipyard, located in Charleston, Oregon, operates under the umbrella of the Oregon International Port of Coos Bay. Charleston is a community near Coos Bay that functions predominantly as a fishing village. The Port of Coos Bay itself is the largest deep-draft coastal harbor from San Francisco Bay to Puget Sound and is integral to the region's economy, supporting both commercial and recreational maritime activities.

Charleston Shipyard offers a variety of maritime services, including boat repair and maintenance, which cater primarily to the local fishing fleet. The shipyard typically handles tasks such as hull repairs, engine overhauls, and other essential maintenance work to keep vessels in optimal condition.

The Port of Coos Bay also involves itself in several other operations, such as cargo handling and rail services through the Coos Bay Rail Link, providing a critical supply chain connection to other regions.

The Charleston Shipyard is an essential asset to local maritime activities, supporting both economic and community engagement by ensuring that commercial fishing vessels and other marine craft are well-maintained and operational. Its existence underscores the broader role of the Port of Coos Bay in promoting maritime commerce and the economic vitality of the Oregon coastal region.

541 888-2548
www.charlestonmarina.com
541 888-6111

Products

major/minor repairs and outfitting for all types of commercial and recreational vessels; new vessel construction

Charleston USA

63130 Troller Rd
Charleston OR 97420
USA

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