Video: Silver Ships delivers new survey vessel to Detroit Corps of Engineers

Silver Ships recently announced the delivery of a 35' hydrographic survey catamaran to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Detroit District. A Silver Ships statement noted the vessel's design is intended to support hydrographic surveying operations, essential to USACE’s mission of maintaining navigable waterways.

The catamaran features a hull design optimized for stability and precision in surveying tasks, the statement said. The vessel is powered by twin Mercury SeaPro 500-hp outboards and equipped with a Furuno navigation suite. The vessel also incorporates sonar and mapping technologies.

Silver Ships highlighted a focus on "performance in demanding environments" during the design and construction of the build. The new vessel includes workstations, ergonomic controls, and the latest survey equipment to enhance productivity and safety, the company said. 

“We’re proud to continue our strong partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,” said David Hunt, director of business development at Silver Ships. “This hydrographic survey vessel is a result of cutting-edge technology and collaborative design, built to meet the unique needs of the Detroit District. The Corps’ commitment to operational excellence continues to drive innovation, and we’re honored to support their mission.”

The company noted that the Detroit District joins an growing list of USACE divisions utilizing Silver Ships vessels.

“We’re seeing more USACE districts recognize the value of purpose-built vessels,” Hunt added. “Our ability to customize solutions has fostered a strong relationship, with the USACE relying on us for dependable, mission-specific platforms.”