Lakehead Tug Boats Inc. Operates a fleet of 4 harbour tugs at the Port of Thunder Bay and surrounding area, providing safe, reliable ship assist to domestic and International vessels. Lakehead Tug Boats Inc. owes its beginnings with its founding parent company Gravel & Lakes Services Ltd. which has been servicing the Port of Thunder Bay since 1933. Performing a large variety of marine work in the industry over the years which included ship assist, ice breaking, construction, diving, towing and salvage operations, as well as conducting operations with various forest industry companies. The operational focus changed in 1959, with the opening of the St. Lawrence Seaway, to its present focus on providing safe, reliable ship assist to domestic and international shipping companies operating in the great lakes.
Buyers and Sellers need to know the condition of the vessel as well as the market value. Insurance companies require up to date surveys to underwrite and insure your vessel. Finance companies often require an up to date survey in order to approve financing. Peace of mind - Knowing that your vessel is safe for yourself and the people who will be onboard.
Weatherall Dock and Dredge Inc. has been in business since 1985. Before Morgan began his own business he worked under his dad, S.H. Weatherall & Sons, for many years growing up. He has been in the construction field all his life.
The company's large equipment includes two backhoes, two excavators, six cranes and two barges, trailers and welders. Morgan has worked in the area doing many marinas for both personal and municipalities and comes very highly recommended by all. Morgan did a large marina at Bobcaygeon for a trailer park installing a 1600 ft sheet pile wall and dredging the area, he worked on the Meaford Marina, installing a large sheet pile wall and dredged the harbours for Meaford, Georgian Yacht Club, Wiarton Marina, Owen Sound Marina and Township of Blue Mts and Murdock McKenzie Marina at Oliphant. Morgan has worked along all the shore lines in the area for cottages installing sheet pile walls, dredging, and installing docking systems.