Is equipment financing a good fit for shipbuilding & marine manufacturing?

Yes — equipment financing is one of the programs we most commonly place for shipbuilding & marine manufacturing shops. Manufacturers buying or replacing machinery, tooling, automation, or vehicles used in production.

How fast can a shipbuilding & marine manufacturing shop get funded?

It depends on the program. Factoring often funds within days of account setup; equipment and working capital usually run days to a couple of weeks; SBA and larger term loans take longer. We tell you the real timeline up front.

Do I have to give up equity?

No. Every program we place is non-dilutive. You keep 100% ownership of your shop.

Can a Jones Act shipyard finance work-in-process before a milestone payment?

Yes. Asset-based lending and working capital facilities can advance against work-in-process and progress billings so a yard isn't forced to slow production while waiting on milestone acceptance and payment.

Do lenders work with shipyards on Navy or Coast Guard subcontracts?

Yes. Lenders familiar with government contracting understand subcontract flow-down terms, progress payment clauses, and assignment of claims requirements common to Navy and Coast Guard vessel programs.

Can I finance used equipment?

Yes. Many partners finance used equipment, including private-party purchases, though rates and terms depend on the age and condition of the asset.

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Equipment Financing · Shipbuilding & Marine Manufacturing

Equipment Financing for Shipbuilding & Marine Manufacturing shops

Add capacity without draining cash. We match shipbuilding & marine manufacturing manufacturers with the equipment financing structure that fits how you actually run — no equity given up, no application, origination, or closing fees to you.

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Why shipbuilding & marine manufacturing shops choose equipment financing

You've got steel cut, hull sections welded, and a crew on the floor months before the next milestone payment hits your account. Whether you're building for the Navy, the Coast Guard, a commercial towing company, or a recreational boat brand, the contract structure is the same problem: big value delivered, payment tied to inspection and milestone sign-off.

That gap between labor and material spend and milestone payment is where yards run out of runway, especially smaller Jones Act shipyards and marine subcontractors competing against primes with deeper balance sheets.

Equipment Financing is one of the most direct ways to close that gap. Finance new or used machinery, CNC, robotics, and production lines.

What shipbuilding & marine manufacturing shops get

Preserve working capital for materials and payroll
Predictable monthly payments
Potential Section 179 / bonus depreciation benefits (ask your CPA)
Terms typically 24–72 months

How it works

1You identify the equipment (new or used, vendor or private-party).
2We place your file with an equipment lender or lessor that fits your industry and profile.
3You get approved, sign, and the vendor is paid directly.
4You make fixed payments and the equipment goes to work.

Cash-flow realities we see in shipbuilding & marine manufacturing

Progress billing and milestone payments that lag far behind labor and material spend
Navy, Coast Guard, and commercial fleet contracts with 60–120 day payment cycles after milestone acceptance
Steel, aluminum, and marine coating cost volatility on multi-year build contracts
Subcontractor and vendor payments due well before the prime contractor releases funds
High working capital needs to carry payroll through long build and inspection cycles

Get placed into equipment financing

Tell us the basics. We'll confirm the fit and tell you exactly what this program requires before you fill anything long.

✓ No application, origination, or closing fees
✓ No equity given up
✓ US-based shipbuilding & marine manufacturing shops only

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Takes about 30 seconds. We'll match you with the right funding partner — no obligation.

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Other programs that fit shipbuilding & marine manufacturing

Asset-Based Lending (ABL) for Shipbuilding & Marine Manufacturing

Revolving lines secured by receivables, inventory, and equipment.

Explore Asset-Based Lending (ABL) for Shipbuilding & Marine Manufacturing

Working Capital for Shipbuilding & Marine Manufacturing

Short-term capital to bridge payroll, materials, and growth spikes.

Explore Working Capital for Shipbuilding & Marine Manufacturing

SBA & Term Loans for Shipbuilding & Marine Manufacturing

Longer-term, lower-cost capital for growth, real estate, or acquisitions.

Explore SBA & Term Loans for Shipbuilding & Marine Manufacturing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to keep production moving?

Start with a quick app or a phone call. We'll tell you exactly what the right program requires—at no charge.

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