From a single aluminum hatch in a small Oregon garage to a global leader in marine closures, Freeman Marine has spent five decades setting the standard for strength, safety, and innovation.
This video highlights key moments in our journey—from groundbreaking patents and ISO certification to our role in outfitting vessels across 50+ countries. As part of AdvanTec Marine, Freeman Marine continues to push boundaries in marine engineering.
Available in standard, heavy-duty, and premium-duty configurations for commercial and military vessels.
Space-saving designs with superior sealing technology, including single-axis and dual-axis sliding doors.
Lightweight yet incredibly strong solutions for marine and civil applications.
High-load capacity closures designed for rugged environments.
The preferred choice for a diverse range of vessels.
Available in four styles: fixed, hinged, horizontal sliding, and vertical sliding.
Proven doors, hatches, and scuttles for Navy and Coast Guard vessels worldwide.
Freeman Marine began by revolutionizing the commercial marine industry with the introduction of a superior deck hatch, addressing a critical need for more reliable, high-performance closures. Over time, the company expanded its product offerings to include an extensive selection of cast aluminum deck hatches, becoming the industry leader in this category. Today, Freeman Marine’s portfolio has grown to include an impressive range of custom-fabricated doors, hatches, portlights, and windows—many featuring patented modular mechanisms—continuing its tradition of innovation and engineering excellence.
Freeman Marine doors and hatches are precision-engineered to withstand extreme conditions while ensuring ease of operation and long-lasting performance. Crafted from high-grade aluminum, steel, and composite materials, our closures meet and exceed rigorous industry standards.
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Freeman Marine products are built to meet or exceed global certification standards, including DNV, Lloyd’s Register, Bureau Veritas, ABS, US Coast Guard, and Transport Canada. Our closures are used by the US Navy, Coast Guard, and commercial operators worldwide.
Freeman Marine closures are engineered for a wide range of marine and industrial applications, including:
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Inside escape handle options, removable exterior handles, and hold-open features for secure and user-friendly operation.
Flat tops, raised coamings, spring-assisted openings, multiple hinge options, and specialized coatings for unique applications.
Used worldwide on commercial vessels, military ships, offshore platforms, and research vessels, ensuring reliability in mission-critical operations.
Built to meet or exceed standards from DNV, Lloyd’s Register, Bureau Veritas, ABS, US Coast Guard, Transport Canada, and more.
Backed by ongoing training and certification programs, ensuring precision engineering, high-quality welding, and expert fabrication.
Industry-leading warranties, including a 3-year Platinum Warranty for non-powered equipment and up to 3 years for powered solutions with certified installation.
Our team of skilled craftsmen and engineers continuously refine our products through rigorous testing and certification programs. Freeman Marine is committed to delivering top-tier marine solutions with uncompromising quality and innovation.
Explore Freeman Marine’s industry-leading closures and discover the best in marine security and durability.