MMS Marine Services Ltd undertakes light and heavy towage on fully coded vessels. From civil engineering barge movements on the tidal Thames to vessel-assist duties and coastal passages across the South East, our experienced masters and purpose-built tug fleet guarantee safe, timely transits.
Vessel Operational Scope & Technical Performance
Precision River Towage
Managing heavy tows and barge movements on the congested River Thames requires local expertise. MMS coordinates all barge movements with the Port of London Authority (Vessel Traffic Services - VTS) to ensure compliance with river byelaws, bridge shooting procedures, and restricted visibility rules.
Civil Engineering Support
Our towage fleet is heavily integrated with marine civil engineering projects. We assist in positioning spud-leg barges, transporting materials, manoeuvring hopper barges, and placing marine structures under tight bridge spans and adjacent to sensitive riverside infrastructure.
Safety & Passage Planning
Every towage task starts with a comprehensive passage plan, method statement, and risk assessment (RAMS). We analyse tidal height, stream velocity, weather forecasts, and river traffic to execute every transit with the highest margins of safety.