Business Details
46 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Construction Contractors in Portsmouth
Established over four decades ago, ML (UK) has built a reputation for excellence in steel fabrication, welding, and structural engineering from our Portsmouth Harbour base. Our comprehensive workshop facilities enable us to handle projects of all scales, from tool sharpening to major marine and construction contracts. With a modern fleet for on-site services, we deliver precision engineering solutions tailored to the marine and industrial sectors. Our ISO 9001:2015 certification and SafeContractor accreditation underscore our commitment to quality and safety. The management team, boasting extensive experience in marine and general engineering, works closely with clients to meet exacting requirements.Our 30-strong workforce, trained in MIG and MMA welding, ensures both routine maintenance and emergency repairs are executed efficiently. The Trade Counter provides next-day access to fixings, fastenings, and engineering consumables, complementing our steel sales service. From D-Day Landing Craft restorations to Spinnaker Tower installations, our portfolio demonstrates technical expertise and historical preservation. We maintain UKCA compliance for steel fabrications up to EXC 2 standards, adhering to BS EN 1090-1:2009+A1:2011 regulations. Continuous staff training and investment in equipment guarantee we meet evolving industry demands while maintaining Portsmouth as our operational heart.
Services
Marine Engineering
Steel Fabrication
Precision Engineering
On-Site Welding
Dredging
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined engineering expertise across marine and construction sectors
- Our ISO 9001:2015 certification guarantees quality-controlled fabrication processes
- We provide rapid on-site welding and emergency repair services with modern equipment
- Our 30-strong team includes certified MIG/MMA welders and precision engineers
- We guarantee next-day delivery for specialist fixings and steel components
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- SafeContractor
- UKCA
Services
Marine Engineering
We deliver comprehensive marine engineering solutions including in-port repairs, structural enhancements, and heritage vessel restorations. Our services cover dredging operations, steel fabrication for maritime structures, and precision engineering for ship components. With Portsmouth Harbour as our operational base, we serve commercial shipping and historical preservation projects across southern England.
Steel Fabrication
Our fabrication capabilities include custom steel structures, aluminium components, and stainless steel installations for construction and industrial applications. We handle projects from initial design through welding to final installation, maintaining UKCA compliance for execution classes up to EXC 2. Materials are sourced to BS EN 1090-1 standards.
Precision Engineering
The precision engineering division operates a fully equipped machine shop producing bespoke components, batch manufacturing, and complex machining operations. We create precision parts for marine systems, industrial machinery, and specialist engineering applications using CNC and conventional machining methods to exacting tolerances.
On-Site Welding
Our mobile welding units provide on-site fabrication and repair services using vehicles equipped with welding/generating sets. The team performs structural steel repairs, emergency maintenance, and installation work across construction sites, shipyards, and industrial facilities throughout Hampshire and Sussex.
Dredging Services
Specialist dredging operations maintain navigable waterways and port facilities using purpose-built equipment. Our services include sediment removal, underwater structure maintenance, and harbor infrastructure support, with dedicated contact numbers for service coordination.
People
Mick Liney
Managing Director
With over four decades in marine engineering, Mick oversees strategic operations and client relations, leveraging extensive industry experience to maintain quality standards.
Jess Liney
Director
Jess manages business development and financial operations, ensuring sustainable growth while maintaining the company's commitment to engineering excellence.
Joe Liney
Director
Joe directs fabrication projects and workshop operations, applying technical expertise to complex steel construction challenges and process optimisation.
Graham Ferguson
Engineering Manager
Graham leads engineering teams with 25+ years' experience in structural steelwork, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and UKCA standards across all projects.
Gavin Smith
Workshop Manager
V Gavin manages workshop production, coordinating precision engineering tasks and mentoring apprentices in traditional and modern fabrication techniques.
Questions
What construction services does ML (UK) offer?
We provide structural steel fabrication, marine engineering, precision machining, on-site welding, and dredging services for commercial and heritage projects.
Are your engineering services ISO certified?
Yes, we hold ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management systems covering our fabrication and engineering processes.
Do you provide emergency repair services?
We offer rapid response for emergency welding and structural repairs using our equipped fleet across southern England.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service areas include Hampshire, Sussex, and surrounding regions with next-day delivery available for components.
Can the public access engineering supplies?
Our Trade Counter in Portsmouth offers fixings, fastenings, and engineering consumables to both trade and general customers.
Reviews (4)
Dale Mills
Jan 03, 2021
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10 out of 10 thank you so much for taking the time to match up nuts to my replated bolts will be back soon
Callum Burgess
Sep 22, 2020
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Critical:Professionalism
Awful to work for. Block me so don't have to talk to me about pay and altogether poor company to work for
Awful to work for. Block me so don't have to talk to me about pay and altogether poor company to work for
Sarah Vickers
Nov 11, 2019
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Amazing people asked for one thing that I have been looking for and one call to them they was very helpful and nice people
Leigh Smith
Aug 11, 2018
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Just spoke to these guys on the phone, brilliant they have the fixings I need and the most helpful today. Highly recommend!!!
