Shipping Arabia, October 17, 2026 – Syria’s Baniyas Port has carried out maintenance and repair work on 23 vessels since the beginning of 2026, using local technical expertise and specialized workshops to provide ship repair, maintenance and conversion services. The activities form part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the port’s maritime services and operational capabilities.
According to Syria’s General Authority for Borders and Customs, the port continues to expand its ship maintenance and repair activities through the expertise of Syrian technical personnel. These services aim to support vessel operations and provide the technical assistance required by ships calling at the port.
Baniyas Port Ship Maintenance Covers Structural and Mechanical Repairs
The maintenance and repair work carried out on the 23 vessels included routine servicing, structural repairs and mechanical maintenance. Technical teams also performed engine maintenance and repairs involving onboard equipment and deck machinery.
In addition to conventional ship maintenance, the port’s specialized workshops completed technical conversions on several vessels. These included modifications to prepare ships for livestock transportation, an area in which the port’s workshops have developed considerable practical experience.
The authority highlighted the technical capabilities of Syrian personnel in handling different vessel maintenance and conversion requirements. Their work focuses on ensuring that vessels meet applicable technical standards and remain ready for navigation.
These capabilities also contribute to strengthening shipowners’ confidence in the maintenance, repair and conversion services provided at Baniyas Port.
Specialized Ship Conversion Services Support Port Activities
Ship conversion represents another area of expertise within Baniyas Port’s technical workshops, particularly the adaptation of vessels for livestock transportation.
The authority noted that the port’s accumulated experience in this field allows its technical teams to undertake specialized conversion assignments alongside routine maintenance and mechanical repairs.
By combining these services, the port continues to support different vessel maintenance requirements through locally available technical skills and specialized workshops.
The authority emphasized that the work reflects the experience of national personnel and their ability to address technical requirements while preparing vessels for continued maritime operations.
General Authority for Borders and Customs Advances Baniyas Port Development
Meanwhile, Syria’s General Authority for Borders and Customs continues its efforts to develop Baniyas Port and enhance its operational readiness.
The authority is focusing on improving the efficiency of port services and providing the necessary facilities to support vessel movements and oil tanker operations.
These efforts are intended to strengthen the port’s ability to meet maritime operational requirements while improving the services available to ships and shipping companies.
The continued development of Baniyas Port, together with its ship maintenance and repair activities, forms part of the authority’s broader efforts to support maritime transportation and reinforce the port’s contribution to Syria’s national economy.
Source: General Authority for Borders and Customs
