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Successful family run company since 1971. Towage and marine specialists operating workboats, launch's, coastal tugs and multi-role vessels.

Carmet Tug Company Ltd are towage and marine specialists providing services such as:

Harbour Towage
Coastal Towage
Personnel Transfers
Stores Deliveries
Buoy Maintenance
Survey Vessel
Safety Boats

Carmet have been the sole towage contractor on the Manchester Ship Canal since 1989. With experience of towage of all kinds of floating plant throughout Britain and Europe, Carmet have maintained a very high standard of service delivery tows safely with minimal delay. Carmet can offer a versatile fleet of vessels at short notice 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

16/10/2026

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱-𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲!

Carmet is proud to have supported 𝗜𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝘁𝘀 with the provision of our Shoalbuster 𝗖𝗧 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗻, contributing to the successful delivery of a record-breaking operation at ScottishPower Renewables' East Anglia TWO offshore wind project.

The project saw the installation of continuous polyethylene (PE) ducts stretching almost 1,800 metres beneath the Suffolk coastline and seabed – setting a new manufacturing record for Pipelife.

These ducts will eventually provide a protected pathway for the high-voltage export cables connecting the 960MW offshore wind farm to shore.

A fantastic achievement for everyone involved. Congratulations to Irish 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 and all the project partners on a successful operation!

16/09/2026

🚨 𝗪𝗘’𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 – 𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗥 | 𝗖𝗧 𝗕𝗜𝗗𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗡 🚨

We’re looking for an Engineer to join our new Multicat 𝗖𝗧 𝗕𝗶𝗱𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻.

⚓ Vessel: 𝗖𝗧 𝗕𝗶𝗱𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻
📅 Start: 23/09/2026
🔄 Rotation: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off

Requirements:
• AEC 1 & AEC 2
• Valid ENG1
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Comfortable working as part of a small crew, with the ability to assist with deck duties when required
• UK Right to Work

We’re looking for someone with a strong engineering background, a practical approach to fault finding and maintenance, and a commitment to high standards of safety and reliability.

Interested, or know someone who could be a great fit?

📧 Get in touch: [email protected]

28/08/2026

Don’t forget to check out our careers page for the latest opportunities to join our growing team!

Alongside our current vacancies, we also have upcoming requirements for ad-hoc skippers and deckhands.

Explore our available positions:
🔗 https://carmettugs.co.uk/careers/

14/08/2026

𝗖𝗧 𝗩𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 is back in Germany, once again supporting De Romein on the landmark NeuConnect project.

Following our involvement last year, our Eurocarrier has returned to provide marine support for the next phase of activity. Pictured is one of the barges being mobilised to site as preparations get underway.

Wishing everyone involved a safe and successful campaign

31/07/2026

Office Administration Assistant

We are looking for a reliable and adaptable Office Administration Assistant to support the day-to-day running of our business.

This is a varied role within a small office team, where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will need to be confident, organised, and comfortable communicating with both clients and employees.

Key responsibilities include:

- Answering telephone calls and handling enquiries professionally
- Supporting basic accounting tasks
- Managing purchasing and stores requisitions
- Supporting office tasks like employee training and booking travel
- Taking meeting notes
- General office administration duties

From time to time, the role may involve visiting our vessels on-site, so flexibility is essential and PPE may be required.

Requirements:

- Confident telephone manner and communication skills
- Good computer literacy
- Flexible and proactive approach to work
- Full driving licence

If you, or someone you know, would be well suited to this role, please email [email protected] for more information.

23/07/2026

Our workboat 𝗩𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 has had a busy couple of weeks supporting two different clients on recent marine site investigation projects.

Off Mostyn, the crew provided support for CPT operations, while back on the River Mersey they assisted with vibrocore sampling at Liverpool Cruise Terminal.

These projects highlight the workboats versatility as a stable and capable survey platform, supporting a wide range of offshore and nearshore geotechnical investigations.

07/07/2026

We're pleased to be supporting the delivery of the new Immingham Eastern Ro-Ro Terminal with our Damen Stantug 1906, 𝗖𝗧 𝗢𝘅𝘁𝗼𝗻, currently on site assisting with the marine construction works for our client 𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗩.

The Immingham Eastern Ro-Ro Terminal is a nationally significant infrastructure project that will strengthen freight and passenger transport capacity across the North Sea.

It's great to see our team contributing to another major UK marine infrastructure project, working alongside Mark Robinson and the wider project team.

19/06/2026

🚨 𝗪𝗘'𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 🚨

Join the Carmet team.

⚓ 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲 – 𝗖𝗧 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗻
• Rotation: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off
• Minimum qualification: Yachtmaster Commercial Endorsement (CE)
• Small Ships Navigation & Radar certification
• Valid ENG1 and STCW certification
• Previous tug or multicat experience desirable

🔧 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 – 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗺
• Rotation: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off
• Minimum qualification: AEC 1
• Valid ENG1 and STCW certification
• Previous tug experience desirable

𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗞!

📧 Send your CV and relevant certification details to [email protected]

11/06/2026

Carmet Signs for Damen Multi Cat 2309 at Seawork 2026

Southampton, Seawork – 10 June 2026 – Carmet is pleased to announce the official signing for the purchase of a new Damen Multi Cat 2309 (MuC 2309), marking a significant milestone in the company's continued growth and investment in its fleet capabilities.

The signing ceremony took place at Seawork 2026 in Southampton, where representatives from Carmet and Damen came together to formally conclude the agreement. Attending on behalf of Carmet were Josh Metcalfe, Patrick Metcalfe, and Nathan Collins..

The Damen Multi Cat 2309 is a highly versatile vessel designed to support a wide range of marine operations. The addition of the vessel will significantly enhance Carmet's operational capability and strengthen its ability to support both existing and future projects across the UK maritime sector.

"This acquisition represents a major step forward for Carmet Tug Company," said Josh Metcalfe. "As demand continues to grow across the marine and offshore sectors, investing in modern, versatile vessels is essential. The Damen Multi Cat 2309 will provide us with increased capability, flexibility, and reliability to support our clients' requirements."

Carmet also expressed its appreciation for Damen's support throughout the procurement process.

"From the initial discussions through to signing, Damen has been excellent to work with. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and support have made the process straightforward from start to finish. We have been particularly impressed by the speed at which the vessel has become available, allowing us to move forward with our fleet expansion plans much sooner than anticipated."

The purchase reflects Carmet's ongoing commitment to investing in high-quality assets that deliver operational excellence, safety, and efficiency. Once delivered, the new Multi Cat will join Carmet's growing fleet and play a key role in supporting marine operations throughout the UK and beyond.

The official signing at Seawork 2026 highlights the strong relationship between Carmet Tug Company and Damen, and both parties look forward to seeing the vessel enter service in the near future.

25/05/2026

LPG Tanker 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 passing through Ellesmere Port en route to the Stanlow Oil Refinery, assisted by canal tugs 𝗠𝗦𝗖 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 and 𝗠𝗦𝗖 𝗩𝗶𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴.

📸 Credit: Ian Carson

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Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+441513278018

Website

http://www.carmettugs.co.uk/

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