Originally built for the Port of London by Halmatic as 'Gunfleet' in 1987, the 'Nigg Bay' has been owned and operated by the Port of Cromarty Firth since 2011. MCA Coded to Cat. 3 with Pilot boat endorsement and licenced to carry 12 persons on general duties and 4 persons on pilotage duties. The hull has been inspected out of the water annually quoted as - "in very good condition with no damage or signs of osmosis". A significant workhorse with relatively new power units and reportedly maintenance records. British Part 1 Registration... read more

Dimensions: Length: 13.5m | Beam: 3.7m | Description: Road transportable research barge with internal space for test equipment and storage. Constructed of two steel military pontoon sections, joined with heavily constructed connector system. Each pontoon has been heavily ballasted with removable ballast to give good stability for crew working on deck and towing. Complete with steel towing bridal. The pontoon has strong mooring bollards in the corners as well. On deck full navigation lights. The Handrails and mast can be lowered for transport or to reduce airdraft. The bow has had a wooden ... read more