Thames Bosun

About Thames Bosun

Thames Bosun is a versatile multicat-style workboat, purpose-built to support a wide variety of marine operations throughout the River Thames.

Originally constructed in 1994, she underwent a full refit in 2025 after joining the Livett’s fleet, bringing her up to modern operational standards.

Fully licensed by the PLA for Category C and D waters, the twin screw vessel is equipped with a 2T hydraulic winch, hydraulic loading crane, two 13m hydraulic spud legs, plough dredge, and hydraulic bow thruster – making her ideal for barge handling, dredging, and marine logistics tasks.

She also boasts ample deck space, with a 2.4m bow opening for easy loading.

A valuable, multi-functional asset to our fleet, Thames Bosun is highly suited for:

  • Barge handling and pushing
  • Marine logistics tasks
  • Diving operations
  • General work platform
  • Dredging
  • Deliveries
  • Filming
  • Drone filming
  • Survey work

Onboard, she offers comfortable facilities for two crew and up to 12 passengers – including air conditioning, heating, galley area, and a toilet.

Specifications

  • Length overall: 17m
  • Beam: 5.2m
  • Moulded depth: 1.98m
  • Draft: 1.4m
  • Air draft: 4.35m
  • Deck payload: 4T
  • Deck loading: 2T/m
  • Classification: PLA Cat C & D
  • Propulsion: 2x Baudouin 6M616 708 BHP; Hydraulic bow thruster
  • Electrical power: 240V AC
  • Capacity: 2 crew, 12 passengers
  • Facilities: Galley, seating area, toilet, air conditioning and electric heating

Deck equipment:

  • 2T hydraulic winch
  • Palfinger PK13001M hydraulic crane
  • 2x 13m hydraulic spud legs
  • Plough dredge
  • 2.4m bow opening

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