AMI Group, celebrating its 40th year anniversary since its establishment in 1986, is pleased to announce a new strategic alliance with Fremantle Hydraulics, marking an important step forward in strengthening service capability and delivering enhanced value to customers across the region. Having collaborated and worked together for more than three decades on projects across Australia and SE Asia, the foundation for this alliance is well and truly established and we look forward to our future ahead .
This partnership brings together AMI Group’s expertise in engineering solutions with Fremantle Hydraulics’ strong reputation in hydraulic systems and field services. By combining technical knowledge, resources, and industry experience, the alliance is designed to improve responsiveness, expand service offerings, and support more complex project requirements.
For clients, this means greater access to integrated solutions, faster turnaround times, and the confidence of working with two organisations aligned in their commitment to quality, safety, and innovation.
This collaboration reflects a shared vision: to provide reliable, high-performance solutions while continuing to evolve with the needs of the industry. Both organisations are excited about the opportunities this alliance creates and look forward to delivering meaningful outcomes for customers and stakeholders alike.
Fremantle Hydraulics https://www.fremantlehydraulics.com.au/ is a Western Australian owned and operated company established in 1992 that specializes in the design, manufacture, and maintenance of hydraulic equipment. While originally rooted in the Fremantle area, the company’s main operations and modern workshop are now based at the Australian Marine Complex in Henderson, WA.
Core Services
The company provides end-to-end hydraulic solutions, from initial CAD-based design to on-site commissioning:
- Design & Manufacture: Creating bespoke hydraulic systems, including power units and manifold assemblies, tailored to specific environmental conditions.
- Maintenance & Repair: Providing 24/7 response times for critical equipment failures, including component-level repairs for pumps, valves, and cylinders.
- Specialised Testing: Offering comprehensive testing services at their Henderson facility, including dyno testing and NATA-certified assessments.
- The “Nutcracker”: They use a specialised in-house disassembly system called the “Nutcracker,” which allows for the safe and efficient dismantling of large hydraulic cylinders (up to 600mm bore) without applying heat.
The strategic alliance between the AMI Group and Fremantle Hydraulics is a significant move that consolidates Western Australian marine and industrial expertise.
Strategic Rationale
This alliance combines the heavy hydraulic engineering and maintenance capabilities of Fremantle Hydraulics with the AMI Group’s national and SEA distribution network. Key benefits include:
- Complementary Services: AMI Group is a leader in marine electronics, satellite communications, steering, safety and water treatment, while Fremantle Hydraulics provides the high-end mechanical and hydraulic infrastructure required for those same vessels and industrial sites.
- Defence and Government Focus: Both companies are deeply embedded in the Western Australian defence sector. By aligning, they can offer more comprehensive “sovereign” capability packages to naval primes and the Australian Marine Complex.
- Operational Synergy: Both organizations have a strong presence in Henderson and Fremantle, allowing for shared logistical resources and a more unified service response for clients in the marine, mining, and oil & gas sectors.
What This Means for Clients
- One-Stop Engineering: Clients can now source integrated electronics/electrical (AMI) and mechanical (Fremantle Hydraulics) solutions through a single partnership.
- Expanded Reach: Fremantle Hydraulics’ specialized services, like their high-capacity “Nutcracker” cylinder disassembly, can potentially be marketed through AMI’s offices across Southeast Asia.
The alliance between AMI Group and Fremantle Hydraulics creates a “super-contractor” capable of managing complex naval sustainment through integrated mechanical and electronic services. By combining their portfolios, they can offer sovereign Australian Industry Content (AIC) that simplifies procurement for major naval primes.
Joint Capabilities for Naval Projects
The partnership allows the two companies to provide a comprehensive Bridge-to-Hull service model:
- Integrated Sustainment: They can simultaneously service a vessel’s “brains” (AMI’s navigation, satellite communications, and CCTV surveillance systems) and its “brawn” (Fremantle Hydraulics’ steering systems, deck machinery, and winches).
- Specialised Naval Engineering: Fremantle Hydraulics provides bespoke hydraulic solutions designed to withstand extreme sea conditions, while AMI integrates these into broader vessel management systems.
- Rapid Response: Their proximity at the Australian Marine Complex in Henderson allows for immediate, co-ordinated technical teams to attend to docked Royal Australian Navy (RAN) vessels, reducing “days-out-of-action” for critical repairs.
- Regional Export Potential: By leveraging AMI’s extensive network in Southeast Asia, Fremantle Hydraulics’ specialised engineering services can now be offered under larger international defence service contracts.
