A UK first-of-type tower crane has been delivered by KBS Maritime at Portsmouth Naval Base, strengthening permanent lifting support for the Royal Navy fleet.
Strategic Suppliers
Our delivery model is predicated on a ‘best athlete’ approach to supporting Naval outputs. Through a series of Framework Agreements, we ensure that our Strategic Estates and Project Delivery teams have access to ideas and specialist resources to address the current and future needs of the Naval Base.
By providing visibility of the Royal Navy’s 20 Year Estate Plan, we are able to establish long-term relationships with our Technical Services, Project and Service Delivery partners.
In addition, we work with over 200 SME’s to deliver minor works and maintenance service across the Naval Base.

Milestones Made Meaningful | Joe House
Discover Joe House’s 18-year journey at Portsmouth Naval Base, from mechanical apprentice to Senior SHE Advisor championing safety and Zero Harm.
Chloe Woolgar Makes the Final of Portsmouth and Chichester Apprenticeship Awards
KBS Maritime is proud to celebrate Apprentice Project Manager, Chloe Woolgar, who has been named a finalist in the Portsmouth and Chichester Apprenticeship Awards.
Claire Kennedy shortlisted for Women in Defence Award
Celebrating Claire Kennedy’s shortlist at the Women in Defence Awards and the teamwork powering Alongside Services at Portsmouth Naval Base.
Milestones Made Meaningful | Nikki Cherry
Nikki Cherry, a trusted HR Business Partner, joined KBS two years ago and has continued to help people to thrive in their roles and reach their full potential.
Milestones Made Meaningful | Jasmine Woodford
Jasmine Woodford, a dedicated Port Operative, joined KBS one year ago and has continued to build her skills, confidence and experience since joining KBS.
D Lock penstocks programme reaches key testing milestone
KBS Maritime has reached a key milestone in the D Lock regeneration programme, with new penstocks successfully completing Factory Acceptance Testing before installation at Portsmouth Naval Base.
Milestones Made Meaningful | Christiaan Wilde
This year marks a significant milestone for Christiaan Wilde, Design Lead at KBS Maritime, as he celebrates 10 years working at Portsmouth Naval Base.
KBS Maritime Continues Work to Preserve Historic Basin
Piling work is now underway at One Basin, as part of a major restoration project designed to preserve one of PNB’s most significant historic assets.
KBS Maritime awarded Gold in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
KBS Maritime has achieved Gold in this year’s Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS), the Ministry of Defence’s highest accolade for employers that show exceptional support for the Armed Forces community.










