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20th December 2016

2016: a year of firsts, launches & historical happenings

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There’s no denying 2016 has been a year to remember, particularly for the Williams Shipping team who have witnessed a variety of interesting, important and in some cases outrageous projects…

Plane on a platform in the sea

Plane sailing: transporting a Boeing 767 over water

Williams Shipping was involved in one of the most interesting marine logistics projects witnessed this year. A decommissioned Boeing 767 was transported by sea from Shannon Airport to a quirky glamping site in Enniscrone.

Watch the incredible footage to learn more: http://wilshp.uk/2hL4xol

zebra statue

Marwell’s Zany Zebras Parade in Southampton

As the official transport and logistics partner for Marwell’s Zany Zebras 2016, the team at Williams Shipping looked after 47 life-size painted sculptures in aid of the charity art project and parade. The zebra sculptures rolled through Southampton city centre on Tuesday 12th July, followed by an exhibition across the city. Learn more: http://wilshp.uk/2hhRt95

Crane lifting a big cube

Cargo operation in full swing with £250k investment

Williams Shipping has bought a powerful reach stacker and developed a new one-acre cargo handling yard for its logistics division as part of a £250,000 investment. Cargo handling and transport is a major growth area, and this investment will open up new employment opportunities and support the maritime & logistics sector.

Learn more: http://wilshp.uk/2ctms1o

A vessel pulling a big boat

Red Jet 6 pre-launch

Red Jet 6, the latest addition to the Red Funnel fleet, was revealed on Wednesday 25th May as part of a large marine logistics operation in the solent. Williams Shipping was responsible for supplying a barge and tug boat to move the vessel from East Cowes on the Isle of Wight to Southampton docks.

Learn more: http://wilshp.uk/1U99uBM

Fire of London Barge

London’s burning…on a Williams Shipping barge!

Working in conjunction with the Artichoke Trust, a giant wooden replica of 17th century London was set ablaze on the River Thames in a retelling of the Great Fire of London. The Wilcarry 1711 barge was chartered for the project, providing a sturdy and fire-proof base for the wooden structure. On the 4th September, the replica model was set on fire!

Learn more: http://wilshp.uk/2c8JME0

Delivery of Willbox containers

Container delivery at prestigious restoration site

A landmark building was undergoing restoration works in central London, and the restoration team required site storage & accommodation for its staff. Willbox supplied three 20′ containers; a stacked pair of site cabins and a storage container.

Watch the time-lapse video to see the off-load: http://wilshp.uk/2dCJBzM

Computer monitor showing Castrol website

Marine lubricants online shop launched

Williams Shipping has launched a new online store for its growing marine lubricants service, providing a new platform for both new and existing customers to buy online. As an authorised distributor for Castrol, Williams Shipping customers can now purchase a broad range of marine lubricants and chemicals directly from the e-commerce website: http://wilshp.uk/2hLg0nU

Housekeeping

  • Williams Shipping has gained a ‘shop window’ with companies in the utilities sector by joining Achilles UVDB – an online community that enables companies to manage supply chain risk and comply with EU regulations.
  • Willbox is proud to announce the launch of a new third party review platform to build upon a solid reputation as the UK’s favourite supplier of shipping containers. Asking for customer reviews helps to build confidence in our brand.
  • Since 1894, Williams Shipping has provided marine & logistics services to clients in a wide range of market sectors. Explore a selection of client case studies which demonstrate the breadth of support services available at Williams Shipping.

  • I just wanted to say thank you – it was a very challenging site to work at and make delivery to. Your drivers showed courtesy, patience and professionalism throughout the day

    Philip Kingston,
    Kingston Building Solutions

  • Thank you for your assistance, it was very much appreciated and a special thank you to Bob who did a fantastic job.

    Jenny Wilkinson,
    Interserve Defence Ltd

  • We are very happy with the service provided by your company, especially the driver and we will be using your company for any future work.

    Bob Sarkar,
    National Gritting Service

  • I would like to personally thank you, as a company, and every one of your drivers for their professional approach to the deliveries to our site, all of your drivers have been absolutely fantastic.

    Andy Jenner,
    EP Renewable Energies Limited

  • On Behalf of the Environment Agency and the Residents of Romsey and Winchester, I would like to convey our warmest gratitude for the support you provided during recent flooding. Without you we would not have been able to respond as quickly or effectively as we did.

    James A Humphrys,
    Environment Agency

  • We would like to thank yourself and your team at Williams Shipping for all your help last week, your team were great at getting us around and in position where and when we needed to be in spite of some rotten weather.

    Cliff Stonestreet,
    Fully Fused Fireworks Worldwide Event Management

  • Thank you very much for your assistance and I have to say the two crew members on the vessel could not have been more helpful.

    Steve Beck,
    Burgess Marine

  • May I take this opportunity to thank you for an excellent service, could you also please pass on my thanks to all of your skippers who have helped us over the past few weeks.

    Gwyn Goforth,
    Svitzer UK