Services
Professional Ship Cleaning Services & Marine Maintenance Solutions
As one of New Zealand's leading marine and industrial services companies, Aquamax delivers comprehensive ship cleaning, tank cleaning and paint and corrosion blasting using advanced water jet blasting technology. Our marine-focused team provides a range of services to support vessel maintenance both in the dry dock, on hardstand or while afloat, alongside.
Specialist Marine Water-Jetting Systems
Equipped with low and ultra-high-pressure systems (up to ~45,000 psi), we tackle coatings, corrosion, marine fouling, on steel and aluminium substrates. All work is carried out with the required containment—ensuring ports and vessels remain clean, safe, and compliant.
The marine environment presents unique challenges with rust and corrosion constantly threatening vessel integrity. Our ship cleaning process offers superior results compared to traditional cleaning methods:
- Precision without damage - Ultra-high-pressure jets achieve SA 2.0–2.5 standard without impact to the metal substrate.
- Fully enclosed systems - Containment enclosures prevent water spray, debris, and reduce noise—critical for in-port and environmental compliance
- Afloat capability - Work may be completed without drydocking requirements, saving time and costs
- Environmental compliance - Contained process meets strict maritime regulations with waste vacuumed away as part of the process
- Cost-effective - Minimises vessel downtime and operational disruption
Contact us to make a booking. Call Now 0800 AQUAMAX (278 2629)
Comprehensive Marine Water Jet Blasting Services
Our marine services include:
- Hull and Superstructure Cleaning – Afloat or dry-docked, removing paint, rust and corrosion, barnacles and fouling. We operate a range of pumps and tooling such as magnetic crawlers for maximum productivity
- Deck Blasting – Ultra-high-pressure water blasting for full surface stripping and remediation using manual gunning or encapsulated 'mower' systems
- Tank Cleaning – Cleaning of ballast, fuel, and storage tanks with either low or high pressure blasting with fully confined-space-trained team
- Vacuum Services – a range of vacuum loaders for effective collection and disposal of waste products
- Low-Pressure Blast Cleaning – Gentle, eco-friendly surface prep suitable for sensitive areas
Case Studies
Port of Napier Success
NSB Protective Coatings is one of this country’s largest corrosion control companies. Managing Director, Craig Ross, was faced with a demanding surface preparation task – removing coatings from the Port of Napier’s tug, Ahuriri.
Contact Our Marine Specialists
Ready to experience professional ship cleaning from New Zealand's most trusted ship cleaning companies? Our expert team delivers comprehensive water blasting deck services and marine blasting solutions nationwide. Established in 1995, Aquamax combines 30+ years of hydroblasting expertise with cutting-edge water jet blasting technology to deliver superior ship cleaning results for marine professionals across New Zealand.
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