Safe, Reliable Access Solutions for Marine Terminals and Shipyards
SafeRack provides durable, marine-grade access and safety solutions designed for shipyards, ports, and marine terminals. Our MarinaStep marine gangways, dock gangways, and ship loading arms help protect workers, ensure smooth operations, and maintain compliance with OSHA marine gangway safety regulations. Built to withstand harsh marine environments, SafeRack’s solutions support safe, efficient access for loading, maintenance, and vessel operations in a variety of applications, including boats and ships, cruise ships, barges, ferry docks, near-shore loading, and military and defense operations.
- Emergency Access & Exit: Reliable gangway safety systems ensure safe evacuation and rapid response during maritime emergencies.
- Fall Risks on Docks & Vessels: Elevated gangways, wet surfaces, and uneven footing increase the chance of slips, trips, and falls. SafeRack’s fall protection for marine terminals provides secure access solutions for dock and ship access gangways.
- Safe Loading & Unloading: Stable marine gangways for ships and barge loading platforms facilitate the secure transfer of cargo, liquids, and passengers between ship and shore.
- Corrosive Environments: Marine-grade aluminum gangways and ship access gangways are designed to resist saltwater corrosion while maintaining safety and performance in harsh marine conditions.
- Heavy Equipment Access: Workers need safe, reliable access around cranes, ship loading arms, and moving cargo in busy terminal areas. SafeRack provides marine loading arms and barge access gangways for efficient cargo transfer and ship operations.
- Spill Prevention & Environmental Compliance: SafeRack’s marine terminal loading systems include containment solutions that help prevent leaks and support compliance with EPA, Coast Guard, and OSHA regulations.
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Marine
Enhancing Workplace Safety with Reliable, Compliant Access Systems
Marine Products
Marine Fall Protection Equipment
SafeRack is the #1 Selling Gangway in North America
SafeRack’s MarinaStep barge access and ship access gangways are advanced, corrosion-resistant aluminum marine gangways that are designed for code-compliant worker safety, durability, and reliability in marine environments and are built to order to your required length and specifications that are built to last.
Marine gangways are the last thing a worker, crew member, or passenger comes in contact with before stepping onto a vessel, and the first thing they come in contact with when going back to shore. They need to be rugged and dependable, and most importantly, they need to be safe. SafeRack’s aluminum gangways for barge access and ship access deliver precisely that. Advanced, corrosion-resistant aluminum marine gangways are designed for OHSA-compliant worker safety, durability, and reliability in often harsh marine environments. They are built-to-order to your required length and specifications.
Onshore and Nearshore Loading Equipment
Marine Loading and Unloading Systems
A full range of products and services of Fluid Transfer Systems, Hose Handling Systems, Tandem Mooring Systems, Large Bore Flexible Hose Systems, Marine Coupling Systems, and Loading Platforms.
DockReel – A New and Efficient Marine Loading Arm Alternative
Gone are the days of inefficient, heavy, and maintenance-prone marine loading arms. Welcome to the new world where flexibility, lower operating expenses, and advanced safety features are at your fingertips. Couple that with local support, available spare parts, and the world leaders in loading and unloading technologies, and you’ve got a solution that will serve you and your customers long into the future.
Solutions
Boat Gangway and Access Solutions – Docks
SafeRack’s ship gangways are engineered for worker safety and designed to provide secure access between docks, ships, and barges. Our marine gangways can be fixed to a static structure, such as a complex platform system, or mounted on a mobile platform for easy operation and storage.
Using marine-grade aluminum alloys, SafeRack’s marine gangways are corrosion and saltwater-resistant and built to withstand harsh marine environments. We offer customized gangway solutions to meet unique technical specifications while ensuring compliance with OSHA marine gangway safety regulations—all while staying within budget and project deadlines.
In some situations, a ship gangway may need to accommodate an existing ladder. If your dock, barge, or marine terminal lacks a suitable landing, SafeRack provides cantilevered and counterbalanced platforms to ensure a safe landing zone. These dock gangways and barge gangways can be customized for different heights, allowing personnel to safely board and disembark vessels, even when curbing or side rails are present.
Whether you need a gangway for a boat dock, cargo ship, ferry, or cruise ship, SafeRack’s ship access gangways provide reliable and OSHA-compliant solutions for safe loading, unloading, and maintenance.
Cruise Gangways for Passenger & Crew Safety
Ensuring Smooth and Secure Boarding at Every Port
The cruise industry depends on high-quality gangways to ensure safe and seamless passenger and crew movement. A cruise ship gangway must be durable, compliant, and operational at all times—because when a ship is underway, equipment failure is not an option.
MarinaStep provides customized gangways for cruise ships, designed to accommodate specific port conditions and meet international safety standards, including Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) regulations. Whether at home ports or varying global destinations, SafeRack’s solutions help ensure safe embarkation and disembarkation for passengers and crew members.
Beyond functionality, MarinaStep’s passenger and crew gangways can be customized to enhance the cruise experience and brand visibility. A well-designed gangway in ship operations isn’t just a necessity—it’s an opportunity to create a strong first impression, with thousands of passengers seeing it each day. From concept to installation and training, SafeRack ensures that every gangway is built for safety, reliability, and efficiency at every port of call.
Barge Access & Loading
Accessing barges presents unique challenges due to the wide variety of barge types and their varying deck configurations. Whether dealing with dry-bulk barges, liquid barges, construction or work barges, or barges functioning as floating docks, each vessel has distinct requirements for safe, reliable access.
SafeRack provides barge access gangways and barge loading platforms designed to accommodate varied deck layouts, ensuring safe, stable access while minimizing risks. Choosing the right barge gangway is essential to prevent equipment damage, maintain worker safety, and ensure regulatory compliance. SafeRack’s marine-grade aluminum gangways and custom-built barge access solutions help prevent costly mistakes—keeping your gangway out of the water and your crew safe on deck.
What type of barge are you trying to access?
- Construction or work barges
- Dry-bulk barge
- Liquid barge
No matter which barge type you’re accessing, MarinaStep provides customized barge gangway solutions to ensure safe, efficient vessel entry and exit. Choose from SG, TG, or SAS gangways to provide secure, OSHA-compliant access for your crew.
SafeRack is the #1 selling aluminum gangway in North America, offering barge access gangways and barge ladder solutions that are recognized for their safety, durability, and long-term performance in the harshest marine environments.
Whatever your industry, SafeRack has a reliable marine access solution:
- Cement operations – Securely access the barge to remove hatch covers.
- Oil and chemical industries – Attach ship loading arms and marine loading arms for safe product transfer.
- Commercial environments – Ensure ADA-compliant gangway access where required.
SafeRack’s barge gangways and marine aluminum gangways provide stable, corrosion-resistant, and industry-leading access solutions to keep workers safe and operations running smoothly.
Military & Defense Operations
The Toughest Gangways for The Toughest Environments
MarinaStep is designed to meet the demanding requirements of military operations, providing secure and reliable access solutions for the United States Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. Both the Navy and Coast Guard have relied on MarinaStep to design and manufacture custom brows and access gangways for a variety of challenging environments. From removable and mobile gangways to quick-deploy systems, SafeRack ensures that military personnel have safe and efficient access in high-stakes situations.
SafeRack is proud to employ veterans and active reservists, making it an honor to support the needs of the armed forces. MarinaStep gangways are built to withstand extreme conditions while maintaining durability, safety, and ease of deployment. Whether for maintenance, loading, or ship access, SafeRack’s gangways provide the strength and reliability that service members depend on.
Ferry – Workers and Equipment Access
Keeping Operations and Maintenance Personnel Safe
Ferry maintenance and operations personnel have unique access needs that go beyond standard dock and vessel entry. In addition to boarding and disembarking, they must transport large replacement items, tools, and passenger supplies such as food and beverages. This requires a specialized gangway design with a more gradual end tread to accommodate heavy or bulky items while reducing the risk of worker injury.
SafeRack’s MarinaStep provides reliable, secure ferry gangways designed to meet these specific operational challenges. Engineered for safety and efficiency, MarinaStep gangways ensure that workers can enter and exit vessels safely while maintaining the smooth flow of essential equipment and supplies.
DockReel – Onshore & Nearshore Loading Operations
Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in Marine Fluid Transfer
SafeRack’s DockReel provides a versatile and efficient solution for onshore and nearshore loading operations, ensuring safe and reliable fluid transfer for marine vessels. With decades of experience designing and delivering innovative loading and unloading platforms, SafeRack offers a full range of barge and ship access equipment, including marine gangways, loading platforms, and loading arm alternatives that prioritize operator safety, productivity, and equipment longevity.
Our team of design and project engineers specializes in the development and integration of fluid transfer systems, incorporating mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic expertise to deliver high-performance marine loading solutions. SafeRack’s DockReel system is designed to streamline operations, providing a safe, durable, and flexible solution for bulk liquid transfer in marine environments.
With a commitment to quality, reliability, and on-time delivery, SafeRack understands the critical demands of the marine industry. DockReel ensures that operators have the safest and most effective loading systems available, reinforcing SafeRack’s reputation for world-class marine loading solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
SafeRack provides a range of marine gangways, including:
Self-Adjusting Stair (SAS) Gangways: These gangways feature self-leveling steps, ensuring safe access at various angles.
Truss Gangways: Built with a rugged U-body construction, they support heavy loads and can span up to 80 feet in length.
Stage Gangways: Lighter and more maneuverable, suitable for shorter spans up to 20 feet.
All gangways are constructed from corrosion-resistant aluminum, ensuring durability in marine environments.
The DockReel system is a modern alternative to conventional marine loading arms, offering several advantages:
Reduced Weight: Approximately 60% lighter than traditional loading arms.
Space Efficiency: Requires less space, making it suitable for facilities with limited room.
Operational Benefits: Leads to shorter loading times, reduced demurrage, and accommodates future growth.
These features make DockReel a flexible and cost-effective solution for marine loading operations.
Absolutely. SafeRack specializes in designing and manufacturing custom marine gangways tailored to specific operational needs. Options include various lengths, widths, and materials such as aluminum, galvanized steel, or stainless steel. Our engineering team collaborates closely with clients to develop solutions that fit unique site conditions and operational requirements.
SafeRack provides comprehensive support services, including:
Design and Engineering Consultation: Assisting in the planning and customization of equipment.
On-Site Visits: Evaluating site-specific needs to recommend optimal solutions.
Installation Support: Guiding proper setup to ensure safety and functionality.
After-Sales Service: Offering maintenance advice and support to keep equipment in peak condition.
Our team is dedicated to ensuring the success and safety of your marine loading operations.
Projects
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NYC Ferry Marine Gangways
“We built a state-of-the-art maintenance facility……the only thing missing was a safe and efficient way to access the fleet.” -Jonathan…
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Innovative Marine Loading Dock Installation at a Chemical Plant in Beaumont, TX
SafeRack and Techflow Marine installed 12 DockReel systems at a Beaumont, TX chemical dock, replacing old loading arms with a…