• Currently building a 20m WFSV for Gardline in the UK.  This high speed aluminium vessel is due for delivery in February 2012.
• A second order for an identical 20m WFSV has also been signed and the building kit is due shortly for delivery with fabrication commencing early in November 2011.  The vessel is scheduled for delivery in July 2012.
• Bantry Bay Harbour Commissioners recently ordered a  24 x 6 m steel mooring barge.  Construction started in October and delivery is scheduled for April 2012.
• On the land based side we are currently working at ESB’s Turlough Hill pump storage power generating station where all 4 75MW turbines are been completely overhauled.  Here we are providing skilled personnel & engineering staff to assist with all ancilliary mechanical & engineering works.

Arklow Marine Services have recently delivered a second aluminium vessel in the last three months. Following on from the delivery of the successful 12 metre amphibious vessel for Tommy O’Connell in Co. Kerry the yard have now delivered an 18 metre aluminium catamaran passenger vessel for Rathlin Island Ferry Company in Ballycastle, Co. Antrim.

This impressive vessel was built in just under 9 months and has gone into service immediately to supplement the service already there and just in time for the start of the summer holiday period.

The Tyrrell Family run shipyard in Arklow continues to defy the recession while maintaining it’s foothold in the marine sector.  The yard recently completed the fitting of blast freezing equipment to the “Aine Christina” which was built at the Yard in 2001. 

In addition oil fresh tanks were converted to fuel oil tanks and the forepeak to fresh water tank.  Many other small engineering works were then carried out and on completion of all specified works the vessel was inclined and the Stability Booklet updated.

In March the “Beag Inis” was delivered to Co. Kerry.  This was a 12 metre aluminium amphibiours vessel capable of carrying 50 passengers or a combination of passengers and cargo, believed to be the first of it’s type in the British Isles.  The vessel is hydraulically powered on three wheels and the propulsion systems is also hydraulically operated.  The vessel has made a very successful start and after appearing on RTE continues to draw attention and passenger numbers and tourists alike. 

Following on from this project was the arrival of Ivan Wilde’s “Nausicaa” from Skerries, Co. Dublin where the vessel was re-engined and undewent her full survey by Department of the Marine Surveyors for new Code of Compliance requirements.  The main engine, a Baudouin 12M26 SR and gearbox were both removed and replaced with new models.  The auxiliary was also removed, completely overhauled with the alternator also undergoing a full service.  All other necessary works were completed to the satisfaction of the Owner and Department of the Marine personnel.  The vessel has successfully returned to fishing to the satisfaction of all involved

A 17.8 metre aluminium catamaran passenger vessel has been launched in early July and has gone on station at Ballycastle, Co. Antrim to service Rathlin Island which is situated 6 miles off the mainland.  The 98 passenger and 3 crew vessel will make 6 round trips each day and was delivered in a very short time frame having only started building in October, 2008.  The vessel has a sprint speed of 20 knots and a service speed of 17 knots.

Another new build on the books is a 14.5 metre aluminium passenger vessel which is destined for Cape Clear Island in Co. Cork.  This vessel is also capable of carrying 98 passengers and is due for delivery early next year

The Yard continues to attract many enquires and is presently discussing many projects with fishermen who need to put their vessel’s through the Code of Compliance

The port of Arklow is synonymous with boat building and maritime traditions, and the Tyrrell name has been inextricably linked with that heritage for 150 years.

In 1988, brothers Billy (naval architect) and John Tyrrell (marine engineer) suceeded in the management Arklow Marine Services from their father Willy who retired from the business, assisted by their brothers Michael and Peter to take the proud past into the future.

CAD/Cam and CNC profiling have replaced some of the tools and techniques of the past, but our commitment to quality, competitive pricing and efficient delivery which has been the hallmark of Tyrrell-built boats, has remained our guiding light.

This blend of modern technology with time-honour belief in the highest standards has made Arklow Marine Services Ireland’s leading steel and aluminium boat builder.

The much admired new high speed ferry for Rathlin Island was recently launched on 9th September, 2009 by Conor Murphy MLA and attended by over 100 guests.

All guests were brough to Rathlin Island aboard the new ferry “Rathlin Express”, where an ecumenical service was performed on the vessel followed by a buffet and drinks.