Steel America – Who We Are
Steel America, a division of Colonna’s Shipyard, Inc., is a premier provider of custom steel fabrication and large-scale machining with advanced mechanical and electrical capabilities. We specialize in heavy, high-cube structures, up to 1,000 metric tons in modular form, delivered by barge directly from our waterfront facility.
We are proud to be a NAVSEA Certified Surface and Submarine Shaft Repair Facility, supporting critical defense programs such as the Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines and the Ford- and Nimitz-class aircraft carriers. In addition, we partner across commercial industries, including marine, power, and industrial sectors – delivering fabrication, overhaul, repair, and on-site machining and welding services wherever they’re needed.
With in-house engineering, estimating, and project management, every job is executed with accountability, quality oversight, and efficiency from start to finish. For more than 30 years, Steel America has built a reputation for tackling complex projects and delivering them on time, on budget, and built to last – extending Colonna’s legacy of excellence since 1875.
Our Mission
Rooted in ship repair, Colonna’s is the trusted solution provider for maritime and heavy industrial projects – on and off the water.
Our Vision
Proudly delivering exceptional maritime and industrial maintenance, repair, and construction services since 1875.
Our Values
RESPECT: Respect for the individual is paramount – it is earned through a continual focus on the betterment of our company and community.
PRIDE: We own our work. Constant pursuit of mastery is a requirement because outcomes matter to our community, our customer, and our country.
TRUTH: We deal in facts and information. We build ownership through integrity, which is the cornerstone of all our relationships.
FAMILY: We build people up through an unwavering commitment to authenticity and personal accountability.
Corporate Accountability
Guided by safety and quality we remain committed to building a better tomorrow. Operating with ethics and
accountability at the forefront, we deliver integrity and performance in every area of our work.
Quality Assurance
Quality Management System: Qualifications & Certifications
- ABS/AISC/AWS/ASME Certified Facility
- ISO 9001:2015 Compliant Quality Management System
- NAVSEA MILSTD 248/278; EB 2678 certified
- Customer-dedicated Quality Assurance Manager and inspectors
- On-Site Certified Welding & NDT Inspectors IAW ASNT TC-1A (VT/MT/PT/UT)
- Three Dimensional inspectors with Spatial Analyzer capabilities supporting GD&T requirements
- Accredited Apprentice Program (DOL/TCC) for skilled trades
- SSPC QP-1 Certified Field Application of Coatings and Complex Structures
- NAVSEA Certified Shaft Repair Facility for surface ship and submarines
Health & Safety
We view safety as a core value and the foundation of how we operate. Our commitment is to provide a safe, healthy workplace by continually strengthening our practices and standards. Through ongoing training, proactive risk assessments, the use of advanced safety technologies, and regular enterprise-wide safety stand-downs, we ensure safety is built into everything we do.
Key Elements of our safety culture include:
- Comprehensive safety training for all employees
- Employee-driven safety initiatives and open reporting
- Routine audits, inspections, and yard-wide clean-up events
- A steadfast commitment to continuous safety improvement
