Walker Marine Design

16/06/2026

Versatility is the hallmark of great design.

For our LinkSpan 120, the goal was to create a vehicle ferry that adapts to the specific needs of its route. Whether it's moving 18 cars or a combination of coaches, cars and passenger traffic, this design balances capacity with efficiency.

Seeing it move from the initial concept sketch to a finished, client-ready proposal has been a fantastic journey for the team.

Watch the video to see the full vision for the LinkSpan 120.

11/06/2026

10/06/2026

Walker Marine Design (WMD) have officially launch its highly anticipated WaveForce Crew Boat Range at Seawork 2026 this week. The new generation of high‑performance vessels, spanning 30 to 40 metres length overall, is custom-engineered to meet the rigorous demands of modern offshore operations.

The WaveForce range bridges the gap between high‑speed personnel transfer and heavy‑duty logistics support, offering operators a highly versatile platform capable of excelling in both roles. Designed with a strict focus on reliability, fuel efficiency, and crew welfare, the range reflects WMD’s commitment to delivering robust, future‑ready workboats for the commercial marine sector.

At the heart of the new range is WMD’s proven wave‑piercing hull design. Refined specifically for this series, the hull delivers exceptional seakeeping, significantly reduces slamming, and improves fuel efficiency in challenging open‑water conditions. This next‑generation hull form sets a new benchmark for crew boat performance, ensuring safer, smoother, and more predictable transits in adverse weather.

“WaveForce represents a significant step forward in crew boat capability,” said James Walker, Principal Naval Architect at WMD. “Operators are increasingly looking for vessels that can move personnel quickly and comfortably while simultaneously supporting heavier operational demands and reducing fuel consumption. The WaveForce Class has been engineered from the keel up to meet that exact challenge.”

Seawork 2026 attendees are invited to visit the WMD team on stand G19 to explore the WaveForce design in detail and discuss configuration options tailored to marine construction, port services, fire response and wider commercial applications. Full specifications and technical data are now live on the WMD website alongside the exhibition launch.

In addition to the WaveForce global debut, Walker Marine Design will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of workboat and high‑performance vessel designs throughout the three-day event.

09/06/2026

Walker Marine Design (WMD) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the design contract for a new 16 metre pilot boat to be built by Grandweld Shipyards in Dubai. The vessel will operate within ports across the Middle East, supporting safe and efficient pilot transfer operations in one of the world’s most demanding maritime regions.

The Zenith 54 Pilot Boat is based on WMD’s proven wave piercing hull form, a platform widely recognised for its seakeeping, stability, and crew comfort in challenging conditions. The design delivers enhanced performance at speed while reducing vertical accelerations—an essential factor for pilotage operations where reliability and comfort are critical.

Powered by twin Volvo D13 marine engines, the vessel will achieve maximum speeds of 30 knots, ensuring rapid response capability and dependable transit times for port operations.

“We’re delighted to be working with Grandweld Shipyard on this project,” said James Walker, Principle Naval Architect at WMD. “This vessel brings together our latest hull technology with Grandweld’s strong track record in high quality shipbuilding. It’s a partnership that will deliver a highly capable pilot boat tailored for the operational demands of Middle Eastern ports.”

The project reinforces WMD’s growing presence in the international workboat sector and highlights the continued adoption of its wave piercing hull designs across commercial fleets worldwide.

The vessel is due to commence production this summer with completion due in 2027.

Walker Marine Design will be showcasing its full portfolio of workboat and high performance vessel designs at Seawork 2026, 9 – 11 June, Southampton on stand G19.

02/06/2026

The countdown is officially on!

This month, our team will be heading to Southampton to exhibit at Seawork, Europe’s largest commercial marine and workboat exhibition.

This year we'll be exhibiting a unique range of workboat designs that include Crew Transfer Vessels, MultiCats, Crew Boats, Aquaculture Vessels, Pilot Boats, Survey Vessels, Ferries, Fire Boats, Patrol Vessels and Rescue Boats.

See us on stand G19 to discuss your next new-build project.

22/05/2026

📢 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧

We're excited to reveal that a brand-new range of Crew Boats is currently under development at Walker Marine Design: the 𝗪𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝟭𝟯𝟬, 𝟭𝟭𝟱 & 𝟭𝟬𝟬.

Full specs, capabilities, and renders are dropping soon. Watch this space.

11/05/2026

𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝟱𝟱: 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶-𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗩𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗹

Built for uncompromising performance, the Resolute 55 Multi-Role Emergency Vessel excels in high-stakes maritime environments. The optimised hull form maximises deck space without compromising rough water performance; providing a safe, reliable workspace for emergency crews.

Built for maximum versatility, the 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝟱𝟱 is a modular powerhouse. Its adaptable design can be precision-configured for a wide range of critical missions, including:

• Fast Response: Rapid intercept and command.
• Maritime Ambulance: Advanced medical stabilisation and transport.
• Firefighting: High-volume suppression and water-borne rescue.

The first of class is in-build at Arabian Marine Company in Ras Al Khaimah Port, UAE.

𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗟 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗦
Length Overall: 16.48m
Length Waterline: 14.11m
Load Line Length: 15.10m
Beam: 5.60m
Operating Draught: 0.60 - 0.90m

𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦
Fuel Oil: 3,000 litres
Fresh Water: 150 litres
Black Water: 150 litres
Crew: 7

𝗠𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗬
Main Engines: 2 x MAN D2862
Propulsion: 2 x MJP X400 Waterjets

𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘
Max Speed: 35 knots
Service Speed: 30 knots
Range: 250NM

𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗕𝗢𝗔𝗧 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡𝗦 𝗯𝘆 𝗪𝗠𝗗
British Design | Global Trust

08/05/2026

Delivery milestone achieved! 🚀🚢

Meet the MO12—the first of six 26m Supa-SWATH CTVs built by Strategic Marine in Singapore for Mainprize Offshore.

Want to see how it was built? Check out the full story in our latest video! 📹👇

23/04/2026

Check out the brand-new Supa-SWATH CTV MO14 in action!

We’re currently sea trialing this impressive vessel in the Solent to put her through her paces before she heads off to work. Built by Strategic Marine for Mainprize Offshore, she’s number two of six currently in-build over in Singapore.

Of course, we had to dust off the drone to capture her sailing past the Walker Marine Design office in Hamble!