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15th October 2026
Looking Ahead to Seawork 2027 Following Richard Brooks’ Maritime Professional of the Year Award
With autumn now underway, it’s a good opportunity to look back on Seawork 2026 and reflect on another successful event that brought together colleagues, customers and partners from across the maritime sector. One moment that stands out for everyone at Williams Shipping was the announcement that our Marine Operations Director, Richard Brooks FICS FNI, had […]
14th October 2026
WILLIAMS SHIPPING WELCOMES WILLTORC TO ITS MARINE FLEET
Williams Shipping has further strengthened its Marine fleet with the acquisition of Willtorc, a 2025-built Damen Multi Cat 1506. The latest addition forms part of the company’s continued investment in and expansion of its Marine fleet, helping Williams Shipping broaden the range of support it can provide to customers across marine, port and infrastructure operations. […]
2nd October 2026
Williams Shipping welcomes the Lord Mayor of Southampton aboard Willfreedom
Williams Shipping was pleased to welcome The Right Worshipful Lord Mayor of Southampton aboard Willfreedom for a trip around Southampton’s marina and docks, offering an opportunity to experience the city’s busy maritime environment from the water. Joining the Lord Mayor for the visit were Philip Williams, Managing Director of Williams Shipping; Ulla Williams, Accounting Assistant […]
24th September 2026
Williams Shipping Celebrates 60th Breakfast Meeting in Historic Portsmouth Dockyard
Last week marked a very special milestone for Williams Shipping as we welcomed guests to our 60th Breakfast Meeting, held at the Historic Portsmouth Dockyard, a place steeped in centuries of naval history and tradition. Since 1997, our Breakfast Meetings have provided an opportunity for businesses, organisations and individuals to come together, hear from interesting […]
22nd September 2026
Williams Shipping Renews Workboat 1.2.3 Agreement with Marine Fire Safety
Williams Shipping has renewed its fleet safety agreement with Marine Fire Safety, continuing an arrangement that has been in place since 2022 and extending support to our newest vessel, Willdiscover. As a commercial operator, keeping fire and lifesaving equipment serviced, certified and ready for use is an essential part of maintaining the fleet. With vessels […]
14th September 2026
One Year On: Jonathan Williams Reflects on Growth and Progress in Aberdeen
“It’s now been a year since the acquisition of GIF Transport & Logistics Limited, and it’s been great to see the progress we’ve made over the past twelve months, supported by our customers, partners and team. Our move to the new site in Dyce has been an important step forward for our Aberdeen operation. It […]
2nd July 2026
Supporting Critical Marine Operations Across the Solent
When vessels encounter unexpected maintenance requirements or equipment failures, a rapid response can help minimise disruption and keep operations moving. Recent projects undertaken by Williams Shipping saw the Marine Division supporting both the recovery of a dredger’s lost drag head and an anchor change for a cruise ship during a tightly scheduled port call. […]
16th June 2026
Supporting Marine Operations with Lubricant Expertise and Experience
For vessel operators, unexpected downtime can be costly. Whether a vessel is operating offshore, supporting harbour activities, or undertaking commercial shipping operations, reliable access to high-quality lubricants plays an important role in maintaining performance and protecting critical equipment. At Williams Shipping, our Marine Lubricants team works closely with customers to ensure they receive the right […]
7th April 2026
LEON CELEBRATES 30 YEARS AT WILLIAMS SHIPPING
We are pleased to announce that one of our loyal crane lorry drivers, Leon, has been working for Williams Shipping for 30 years. We would like to thank him for all his hard work, dedication and high-quality deliveries over the years. We are committed to being a welcoming business, where all our staff are valued and appreciated. […]
6th February 2026
WELCOMING RICHARD BROOKS TO THE MAIN BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Williams Shipping, a fifth-generation family-run business with over 130 years of experience in the marine and logistics sectors, is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Brooks, Marine Operations Director to the Main (Group) Board. Known for his extensive expertise, commitment to operational excellence, and dedication to team welfare, Richard has played a key role […]
