Towage & mooring

Towage

Svitzer’s Tyne-based tug fleet provides ship-handling services on the Wear, with additional units being drawn from the Tees, as required.

Svitzer 24-hour tug ordering line:

The Harbour Master can advise on other local companies providing smaller tugs/workboats for upriver towage and specialist operations.

Mooring

Mooring services are provided by Sunderland Foyboatmen’s Association, which is licensed by the Port of Sunderland. Tariffs and further information can be obtained from Sunderland Foyboatmen’s Association:

Yokohama fenders can also be supplied.