The Wyre Estuary
Wyre Estuary (Dredger)Originally built in 1971, Wyre Estuary has been fully modernised and renovated in 2023 by Wyre Marine, transforming her into a highly efficient and adaptable dredging vessel.
Now fitted with a long-reach excavator and equipped with a range of specialised buckets, Wyre Estuary is capable of dredging a wide variety of materials, making her an ideal choice for diverse dredging projects. Key Features & Benefits: ✅ Fully Renovated in 2023 – Upgraded for maximum efficiency ✅ Long-Reach Excavator – Enhanced digging capabilities ✅ Versatile Bucket Selection – Adaptable for different material types ✅ Reliable & Modern – Designed to meet today’s dredging demands Specifications Grab Hopper Dredger 'Wyre Estuary' Built in 1971 with a full renovation 2023 IMO: 7236347 Port of Registry: Dover LOA: 29.20 meters Breadth MLD: 8.0 meters Hopper Capacity: 120m3 Spud Legs: 2, depths up to 10m |
Wyre Sands |
Originally built in 1997 and acquired by Wyre Marine in 2018, Wyre Sands has undergone a complete refurbishment to enhance its capabilities. This steel-built Grab Hopper Dredger is equipped with a 35-tonne long-reach excavator, capable of dredging depths up to 10 meters. Wyre Sands excels in navigating and dredging within restricted areas, making it the ideal solution for projects where space is limited. Now featuring hydraulically propelled spud legs, the vessel can operate without the need for mooring ropes, ensuring greater efficiency and precision in dredging operations. Why Choose Wyre Sands? ✅ Compact & Powerful – Ideal for dredging in confined areas ✅ 10m Digging Depth – Equipped for deep and effective excavation ✅ Hydraulic Spud Legs – Improved stability and efficiency without ropes ✅ Fully Refurbished – Modernised for optimal performance Port of Registry: Fleetwood, UK Gross and Net Tonnage: 90.92 Length: 24.60 meters Breadth: 8.0 meters Draft: 2.4 meters Depth 3.0 meters Hopper Capacity: 120m3 |
Wyre River

Wyre River is our highly manoeuvrable, self-propelled split hopper barge with a 180m³ capacity and bottom door discharge system. Designed for maximum efficiency, she is ideal for capital and maintenance dredging, beach replenishment, and coastal/pipeline protection projects.
With the ability to access restricted and shallow sites, Wyre River seamlessly integrates with our other vessels or can be hired independently for your project needs.
Key Features & Benefits:
✅ 180m³ Hopper Capacity – Efficient material transport and discharge
✅ Self-Propelled & Highly Manoeuvrable – Ideal for confined and challenging locations
✅ Versatile Applications – Perfect for dredging, beach nourishment & coastal works
✅ Standalone or Integrated Use – Works alongside our dredgers or as a standalone hire
Wyre River's Specifications
Built 1954 (Fully renovation 2020)
Port of Registry: Southampton
Length: 29.12 meters
Beam: 7.16 meters
Draft: 1.2 meters
Gross and Net Tonnage: 150 tonnes
Category: Category 3
Hopper Capacity: 180 m³
Wyre Bay
Wyre Bay (Backhoe Dredger and Water Injection Dredger) Newest to the fleet our backhoe/water injection dredger Wyre Bay. Wyre Marine Services has developed an advanced Excavator-Mounted Water Injection Dredging System, revolutionising underwater irrigation. Unlike traditional dredgers that rely on a fixed frame bar, our cutting-edge system integrates high-powered jets directly in the arm of an excavator. This innovative approach allows operators to target high spots with precision, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. Mounted on board a vessel, the excavator delivers controlled water injection directly through its arm making dredging more effective, flexible, and responsive to underwater conditions. While we firmly believe our water injection system offers optimal efficiency for projects, we remain proactive and flexible. If required, the Wyre Bay excavator can easily switch back to backhoe dredging. Clients also have the option to combine both methods for maximum effectiveness. Key Benefits: ✅ Enhanced Precision – Direct water injection for pinpoint accuracy ✅ Greater Efficiency – Improved excavation/irrigation over traditional methods ✅ Versatile & Adaptive – Ideal for various underwater environments ✅ Flexible Approach – Ability to switch between dredging techniques Wyre Bay's Specifications Built 1969 (Fully renovation 2024) Port of Registry: Fleetwood Length: 25 meters Beam: 8.5 meters Draft: 2.4 meters Gross and Net Tonnage: 113 tonnes |