McEvoy Maritime Services provides specialized on-site azimuth thruster & line shaft bearing repair, overhaul, and diagnostics for marine vessels worldwide.

Led by decades of hands-on experience in marine services, our team works directly alongside shipyard crews and vessel engineers to diagnose issues, perform repairs, and complete full overhauls without sending components off-site whenever possible. This approach reduces downtime, eliminates unnecessary shipping costs, and allows shipyards and owners to oversee the work being performed in real time.

Areas of Specialization:

Azimuth Thrusters (Z-Drives & L-Drives)
Inspections, troubleshooting, seal replacements, steering system services, rebuilds, and mechanical adjustments.

Line Shaft Bearings
Inspections, cleaning, alignment checks, bearing replacements, and full system adjustments.

Propeller Shaft Seals
Removals, installations, and service of propeller shaft seals - one of the most common and critical maintenance items in vessel propulsion systems.

Additional Services:

• Full system diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Re-machining and mechanical adjustments
• Component tear-downs and rebuilds
• Assistance during shipyard overhauls
• Technical support for vessel engineers and shipyard crews
• Parts optionally provided by Pacific Star Marine

Equipment Experience:

• Ulstein azimuth drive units (OEM)
• Rolls Royce (Kongsberg) 205 & 255 thrusters
• Variety of Schottel drive units
• Commercial tugboats
• Workboats and offshore vessels

Work Locations:

Our team works wherever the vessel is located:

• Shipyards
• Dockside / pier side
• Remote locations worldwide

We frequently contract through Pacific Star Marine, allowing flexible support & part supplies depending on vessel needs and project scale.

Crew:

Projects may involve one or more members of the McEvoy Maritime network depending on job scope, including:

Robert McEvoy
Colbie McEvoy
Sam Mitchell

Pricing Note:

Pricing varies depending on project scope, vessel type, required crew size, and location.

Please contact us directly to discuss your vessel and service requirements.