14th July 2020
Wilcarry 250 Retrofitted as Spacer Barge for LNG Refuelling
Our barges are often used as spacers to keep tankers away from the vessel they are refuelling. Even in calm conditions, movement of the vessels can potentially cause damage, especially when equipment like lifeboats overhangs. A flat-top barge is secured alongside the vessel to keep it and the tanker apart. However when the fuel is […]
8th July 2020
Replacing the Pontoon Bridge for Island Sailing Club
The Island Sailing Club (ISC) sits at the heart of Cowes on the Isle of Wight. The ISC is known internationally as organiser of the annual Round the Island Race, which often sees over 1000 vessels compete in a number of professional and amateur categories. However, following storms in early 2020 the Club’s pontoon bridge […]
2nd July 2020
High Performance Oil for Marine Engines
Williams Shipping adds Mobilgard™ HSD 15W-40, ExxonMobil’s high performance oil for high speed marine diesel engines This oil will help inland and coastal vessel operators enhance engine performance and reduce costs Formulated for engines operating in severe conditions Long life reduces oil consumption and waste disposal costs Designed to help enhance engine performance and reduce […]
25th June 2020
Promotion and new certification for Andy Hills
Williams Shipping’s Technical Superintendent Andy Hills has recently been promoted to Warrant Officer First Class in the Army Reserves. Andy (pictured third from left) left the Army in 2015 after 26 years with the Royal Logistics Corp. He subsequently joined the Reserves, serving with the 165 Port and Maritime Regiment. Their HQ is based in […]
18th May 2020
Face Shields for Essential Workers
The shortage of PPE has been a recurring story in the news lately, not just for NHS staff but other essential workers too. One of Williams Shipping’s Pembroke team has been doing his part to help out. Rob, a skipper based in our Welsh office, has been using his 3D printer to make frames for […]
