11/06/2026
Carmet Signs for Damen Multi Cat 2309 at Seawork 2026
Southampton, Seawork โ 10 June 2026 โ Carmet is pleased to announce the official signing for the purchase of a new Damen Multi Cat 2309 (MuC 2309), marking a significant milestone in the company's continued growth and investment in its fleet capabilities.
The signing ceremony took place at Seawork 2026 in Southampton, where representatives from Carmet and Damen came together to formally conclude the agreement. Attending on behalf of Carmet were Josh Metcalfe, Patrick Metcalfe, and Nathan Collins..
The Damen Multi Cat 2309 is a highly versatile vessel designed to support a wide range of marine operations. The addition of the vessel will significantly enhance Carmet's operational capability and strengthen its ability to support both existing and future projects across the UK maritime sector.
"This acquisition represents a major step forward for Carmet Tug Company," said Josh Metcalfe. "As demand continues to grow across the marine and offshore sectors, investing in modern, versatile vessels is essential. The Damen Multi Cat 2309 will provide us with increased capability, flexibility, and reliability to support our clients' requirements."
Carmet also expressed its appreciation for Damen's support throughout the procurement process.
"From the initial discussions through to signing, Damen has been excellent to work with. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and support have made the process straightforward from start to finish. We have been particularly impressed by the speed at which the vessel has become available, allowing us to move forward with our fleet expansion plans much sooner than anticipated."
The purchase reflects Carmet's ongoing commitment to investing in high-quality assets that deliver operational excellence, safety, and efficiency. Once delivered, the new Multi Cat will join Carmet's growing fleet and play a key role in supporting marine operations throughout the UK and beyond.
The official signing at Seawork 2026 highlights the strong relationship between Carmet Tug Company and Damen, and both parties look forward to seeing the vessel enter service in the near future.
