Marine Equipment

Our Marine Equipment & Fleet

Union Dredgers operates a range of marine vessels and specialised equipment supporting dredging, marine construction, offshore pipeline installation, and other coastal and offshore project activities. Our fleet includes dredging vessels, pontoons, barges, work boats, support vessels, and other marine equipment used across different project environments. Our fleet can also support wider project requirements through our Equipment Hire service.

Equipment Supporting Marine Project Requirements

Our marine fleet supports a range of project activities including dredging, seabed preparation, marine construction, offshore pipeline works, material handling, and general marine operations. Equipment is selected according to the requirements of the work, site conditions, and operating environment.

Our fleet can also support clients seeking project-specific equipment through our dedicated Equipment Hire service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of marine equipment does Union Dredgers operate?

Our fleet includes dredging vessels, pontoons, barges, work boats, support vessels, and other specialised marine equipment used for coastal and offshore project activities.

Can I view technical specifications for the equipment?

Yes. Technical specifications can be displayed for equipment where verified technical information is available. Other fleet items can be viewed through their equipment details.

Which equipment supports dredging projects?

Our dredging fleet includes backhoe and cutter suction dredgers, pontoons, and related marine support equipment. Equipment suitability depends on the project requirements and operating conditions.

Can I hire equipment from Union Dredgers?

Yes. For project-specific equipment requirements, visit our Equipment Hire service page or contact our team to discuss availability.

What information should I provide when enquiring about equipment?

Providing the equipment type, application, project location, expected duration, and operating requirements will help our team assess the most suitable equipment options.

Need Equipment for Your Marine Project?

Tell us what your project requires, including the equipment type, intended application, location, and expected duration. Our team can review your requirements and discuss suitable marine equipment options and availability.

Technical Specifications - Digger

Category Details
Construction / Classification
Built by Asia Pacific Shipyard
Year of Build 1974
Classification International Register of Shipping
Flag / Port of Registry St Kitts & Nevis
Accommodation & Facilities
Crew Capacity 2 senior/operator + 8 crew
Mess Hall Cooking facilities + dining area
Bathrooms 2 separate units
Shower 1 unit
Diesel Tank Capacity 5000 gallons
Deck Crane 10T Fixed Unit
Other Features Central ballast bilge system, Control/survey cabin, Storage workshop container, Firefighting system, Hydraulic power pack for spud lifting
Main Data
Gross Tonnage 525
Net Tonnage 157
Length 42.88 m
Breadth 15.24 m
Depth 3.05 m
Normal Draft 2.05 m
Maximum Draft 2.45 m
Excavator Specifications
Excavator Type Komatsu PC1250
Excavator Reach Long: 22 m, Short: 18 m
Bucket Capacity Long: 2.5 m³, Short: 4 m³
Maximum Dredging Depth 19 m
Spud System
Spud Dimensions 2 x [1.5 m x 1.5 m] Square; L: 12m & 18m
Additional Spud 1 x [Dia 918 mm] Round; L: 18 m
Power & Anchoring
Total Installed Power 774 kW
Excavator Engine Power 514 kW
Anchor System 5T hydraulic winch

Technical Specifications – Hammerhead

GENERAL
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Model: Italdraghe
  • Flag:St Kitts & Nevis
  • Class: Tasneef
  • Port of Registry: Basseterre
  • Official Number: SKN 1002198
  • Positioning System: Trimble CSD
DIMENSIONS
  • Length: 30.93m
  • Breadth: 5.32m
  • Depth: 1.53m
  • Suction Pipe Diameter : 300mm
  • Discharge Pipe Diameter : 300mm
  • Max. dredging depth : 15m
CAPACITY
  • Main Diesel Engine: Cummins KTA 19M
  • Total Installed Power : 803kw(1,077 hp)
  • Max discharge distance : 800m
MOORING EQUIPMENT
  • Anchoring system : Spud

Technical Specifications – Diver 1

Flat Top Barge – Diver 1
TYPE OF SHIPFlat Top Barge (Non-Propelled)
FLAGUAE
OFFICIAL NUMBER5519
CLASSIFICATIONAmerican Bureau of Shipping
YEAR BUILT1992
OVERALL LENGTH43.89 mtrs
BREADTH15.24 mtrs
DEPTH3 mtrs
GRT/NRT516/154 t

Technical Specifications – Helicoprion

GENERAL
  • Year Built: 2022
  • Model: HID
  • Flag:St Kitts & Nevis
  • Class: Tasneef
  • Port of Registry: Basseterre
  • Official Number: SKN 1004348
  • Positioning System: Trimble CSD
DIMENSIONS
  • Length: 25m
  • Breadth: 5.2m
  • Depth: 1.6m
  • Suction Pipe Diameter : 350mm
  • Discharge Pipe Diameter : 350mm
  • Max. dredging depth : 10m
CAPACITY
  • Main Diesel Engine: Cummins KTA 19M
  • Total Installed Power : 890kw(1,193 hp)
  • Max discharge distance : 900m
MOORING EQUIPMENT
  • Anchoring system : Spud (325mm x 15m)

Technical Specifications - Megalodon

GENERAL
  • Year Built: 2022
  • Model: HID
  • Flag: St Kitts & Nevis
  • Class: Tasneef
  • Port of Registry: Basseterre
  • Official Number: SKN 1004459
  • Positioning System: Trimble CSD
DIMENSIONS
  • Length: 37m (O.A 46.5)
  • Breadth: 8.8m
  • Depth: 2.2m
  • Suction Pipe Diameter : 560mm
  • Discharge Pipe Diameter : 560mm
  • dredging depth : 15m
CAPACITY
  • Main Diesel Engine: Cummins K50-M
  • Total Installed Power : 2045kw (2,742hp)
  • Max discharge distance : 2000m
MOORING EQUIPMENT
  • Anchoring system : Spud x 2 (630mm x 18m)

Technical Specifications

  • Length : 14.43m
  • Breadth: 6:17m
  • Depth: 2.00m
  • Type of Hull: Steel
  • G.T: 47 Tonnes