Swanage is a 415m³ capacity self-propelled, split hopper barge. It is a fast, reliable and highly maneuverable vessel, capable of accessing more restricted sites, and ideal for capital and maintenance dredging, beach replenishment and coast protection projects. She is Bureau Veritas Class I 3/3 approved for operation in Coastal waters.

Vessel Specification 

• Length: 49.96 m
• Beam: 9.29 m
• Depth (Moulded): 4.00 m
• Draft (Loaded): 3.00 m
• Draft (Light): 1.30 m
• Hopper Capacity: 415 m³
• Gross Tonnage: 499GRT
• Speed (Light): 7 knots
• Speed (Loaded): 6 knots
• Generator: 2 x 45 KVA
• Propulsion: 360° rudder propeller
• Type: 2 x Aquamaster
• Main Engine: 2 x Deutz 272BHP