Engineering Excellence

Limitless engineering solutions for the defence, marine, infrastructure, and offshore sectors.

Our premium integrated engineering solutions will exceed your expectations, every time.

For over 30 years, Sofraco has delivered turn-key engineering services to the maritime, defence, offshore, and infrastructure industries. We solve complex issues across the maritime domain.

We consistently put our customers first, and we’re proud of our reputation for producing the pinnacle of engineering excellence. Focusing on practical solutions, our teams are composed of marine experienced engineers, tradespersons, operators and maintainers.

Our Sectors

DEFENCE

MARINE

OFFSHORE

Infrastructure

Outstanding Service

Sofraco’s specialist engineering department consists of Electrical, Mechanical and Marine Engineers as well as Naval Architects and AMSA-accredited Surveyors. We service the full design scope alongside other services such as feasibility studies and commissioning.

Our field service department delivers comprehensive support for marine systems, delivered by skilled professionals who can handle a wide range of tasks from fault finding, repair and system servicing, to installation and upgrades.

Our Capabilities

Engineering Design

Engineering Services

Through Life Support

Installation

Maintenance

Repairs

Manufacture and Assembly

Testing and Calibration

Spare Parts

Sofraco is a globally recognised engineering company with over 30 years’ experience working with the maritime, infrastructure, defence, and commercial industries. We offer the full spectrum of hands-on engineering and professional engineering consultancy services.

Our team consists of knowledgeable engineers with wide-ranging expertise across multiple disciplines. With locations on Australia’s east and west coasts, we are the perfect choice for your next project.

Since 1988

Sofraco has supported a wide range of vessels and platforms, including:

  • LHD Canberra Class Landing Helicopter Docks
  • FFG Adelaide Class Frigates
  • FFH Anzac Class Frigates
  • DDG Hobart Class Destroyers
  • SSG Collins Submarines Class
  • MHC Huon Class Minehunters
  • LLC Landing Craft
  • OPV Arafura Class Offshore Patrol Vessels
  • Rigid-hulled inflatable boats (RHIBs)
  • AOR Supply Class Replenishment Ships
  • LSD Choules Class Landing Ship Dock
  • Oil rigs
  • Tug vessels across Australasia
  • Numerous onshore engineering projects.

Representation

Hepburn are the global leaders in the design and supply of Replenishment at Sea (RAS) Systems and Mining Hoists.

Ibercisa design and manufacture marine deck machinery for all kinds of vessels offering technological solutions based on the client requirements.

DESMI specializes in the development, manufacturing, sale and service of pumps and pumping solutions

Jastram GmbH & Co. KG are leaders in vessel handling systems for manoeuvring and propulsion. Their products are in service around the globe on vessels ranging from private yachts to military platforms

Accreditations

AS/NZS ISO9001:2015

Sofraco’s Quality Management System (QMS) has been certified as compliant with ISO9001 for over 17 years.

AS/NZS ISO14001:2015

Sofraco’s Quality Management System has been certified as compliant with ISO14001 Environmental Management Systems in 2024.

AS/NZS ISO45001:2015

Sofraco’s Quality Management System has been certified as compliant with ISO45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management in 2024.

Authorised Engineering Organisation (AEO) in the Maritime Sector for TfNSW

Sofraco is AEO accredited – the first in the Maritime Sector for the Transport for NSW. As an AEO, the company can assure the design, safety and integrity of NSW transport assets.

Maritime Safety and Sustainment Assurance (MARSSA)

Sofraco is regularly audited by MARSSA of the Defence Materiel Organisation (DMO) and is recognised as meeting their Quality Management Performance Benchmark.

Defence Recognised Supplier Of Strategic Capabilities

Sofraco is a Defence Recognised Supplier for ‘Strategic Capabilities’ whereby the company supplies services to the ADF that are of significant importance.

Defence Materiel Organisation Support Services Panel

Sofracois selected to be one of the top tier companies providing services to the ADF. The DMOSS Panel comprises 98 Skill Sets in 15 Disciplines.

The National Offshore Petroleum Safety And Environmental Management Authority

Sofraco is a member of the Specialized Technical Services Panel

Lloyds Register Approved Service Provider

Sofraco is an approved service provider for the Inspections And Maintenance Of Fire-Extinguishing Equipment And Systems

FPA Gold Member

Sofraco is a gold member of the Fire Protection Association Australia