Pacific Shipyards International, LLC

Pacific Shipyards International, LLC (PSI) is a family-owned, full-service shipyard with a rich history dating back to 1944. Founded by Fred Loui originally as Pacific Refrigeration, PSI has evolved into the state’s largest privately-owned shipyard. It offers comprehensive maritime repair and conversion services.

PSI's facility covers seven acres in Honolulu Harbor at Pier 24 and features two dry docks. The larger dry dock, Ho’ōla I Nā Moku, has a lifting capacity of 7,500 long tons, capable of servicing vessels like the U.S. Navy’s Littoral Combat Ship. The smaller dry dock holds a capacity of 2,000 long tons, suitable for ships such as U.S. Coast Guard Cutters and Navy Torpedo Retrievers.

Services Offered

PSI provides a wide range of maritime services including:

• Ship repair, conversion, construction, and maintenance for Department of Defense and commercial clients.
• In-house engineering and project management.
• Electrical work and marine pipefitting.
• Painting, preservation, welding, and fabrication.
• Mechanical repair and machine shop services.
• Equipment rentals and paint sales including products from International Paints like AWL Grip and Interlux lines.

Recognition and Projects

PSI has been honored for excellence and improvement in safety by the Shipbuilders Council of America. Notable projects include servicing the USS Daniel Inouye (DDG 118) during its post-shakedown availability and overhauling the dredge vessel Essayons.

Mission and Vision

The company's mission is to serve, connect, and protect critical maritime infrastructure that supports the community’s way of life. Its vision centers on committing to excellence in repair, conversion, and maintenance within the industrial and maritime sectors, guided by island heritage and long-held values.

Location

Pacific Shipyards International, LLC is headquartered in Kailua, HI, USA, a key location supporting its operations. The company maintains its primary facilities in Honolulu, Hawaii at 705 N. Nimitz Highway, Honolulu, Hawaii 96817.