Sale, Purchase & Chartering

Tug & Workboat Specialists. UK Based, Worldwide Service.

An independent specialist brokerage dedicated to the sale, purchase and charter of tugs, workboats, and specialist vessels.

About ACL

Specialist brokers for the world's working fleet.

ACL Shipbrokers is an independent brokerage house focused primarily on tugs, workboats, barges and related specialist vessels. With decades of combined experience, our team brings deep market knowledge and a global network to every transaction, whether you are buying, selling, delivering, or valuing, or have something more bespoke you require support with.

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Featured vessels

FeaturedSaleCharter
30 x 11 Flattop Barge - Barges
BargesFeatured

30 x 11 Flattop Barge

Ref: B1022
Built2000
TypeFlattop Barges
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FeaturedSale
33m Landing Craft - Workboats
WorkboatsFeatured

33m Landing Craft

Ref: W1021
Built1984
TypeLanding Craft
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FeaturedSale
47t BP ASD - Dalton Hunter - Tugboats
TugboatsFeatured

47t BP ASD - Dalton Hunter

Ref: T1006
Built2020
TypeASD Tugboats
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FeaturedSale
Damen 1205 Stantug - Tugboats
TugboatsFeatured

Damen 1205 Stantug

Ref: T1016
Built2012
TypeTwin Screw Tugboats
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Client Testimonials

What our clients say

Discover how we have supported shipowners, operators, and other clients worldwide with expert brokerage, reliable service, and technical understanding.

“You cannot do better than engaging the services of Alec and his team at ACL Shipbrokers. Their knowledge and number of contacts within the international workboat, tug and barge industry is second to none.”

Brian YoungCoastworks | UK

“Alec and his team, over the past 5 years, have consistently proven themselves to be a reliable and effective support to the Leask Marine team. As our go to broker, we rely on their pragmatic, flexible and proactive approach, as well as their comprehensive worldwide network and understanding of the renewables, towage, and workboat sectors.”

John MacleodLeask Marine | Orkney

“Coupled with professional conduct and prompt, accurate correspondence, ACL has a very broad understanding of technical aspects of the tug and workboat industry.”

Robin LohnesDominion Diving | Canada

“ACL is very knowledgeable about the international workboat market. We have worked with them on multiple occasions, including sale, purchase and charter transactions. They are transparent, trustworthy, and committed to drive a deal timely without loose ends.”

Govert Jan van OordActa Marine

“Acquiring vessels is a complicated business; ACL are an invaluable support throughout the process. Their guidance, advice, professionalism and knowledge mean I couldn't recommend them more. We turned to ACL again this year and I am absolutely delighted with the outcome.”

Mark LincolnRock Maritime services | Gibraltar

“You cannot do better than engaging the services of Alec and his team at ACL Shipbrokers. Their knowledge and number of contacts within the international workboat, tug and barge industry is second to none.”

Brian YoungCoastworks | UK

“Alec and his team, over the past 5 years, have consistently proven themselves to be a reliable and effective support to the Leask Marine team. As our go to broker, we rely on their pragmatic, flexible and proactive approach, as well as their comprehensive worldwide network and understanding of the renewables, towage, and workboat sectors.”

John MacleodLeask Marine | Orkney

“Coupled with professional conduct and prompt, accurate correspondence, ACL has a very broad understanding of technical aspects of the tug and workboat industry.”

Robin LohnesDominion Diving | Canada

“ACL is very knowledgeable about the international workboat market. We have worked with them on multiple occasions, including sale, purchase and charter transactions. They are transparent, trustworthy, and committed to drive a deal timely without loose ends.”

Govert Jan van OordActa Marine

“Acquiring vessels is a complicated business; ACL are an invaluable support throughout the process. Their guidance, advice, professionalism and knowledge mean I couldn't recommend them more. We turned to ACL again this year and I am absolutely delighted with the outcome.”

Mark LincolnRock Maritime services | Gibraltar

“You cannot do better than engaging the services of Alec and his team at ACL Shipbrokers. Their knowledge and number of contacts within the international workboat, tug and barge industry is second to none.”

Brian YoungCoastworks | UK

“Alec and his team, over the past 5 years, have consistently proven themselves to be a reliable and effective support to the Leask Marine team. As our go to broker, we rely on their pragmatic, flexible and proactive approach, as well as their comprehensive worldwide network and understanding of the renewables, towage, and workboat sectors.”

John MacleodLeask Marine | Orkney

“Coupled with professional conduct and prompt, accurate correspondence, ACL has a very broad understanding of technical aspects of the tug and workboat industry.”

Robin LohnesDominion Diving | Canada

“ACL is very knowledgeable about the international workboat market. We have worked with them on multiple occasions, including sale, purchase and charter transactions. They are transparent, trustworthy, and committed to drive a deal timely without loose ends.”

Govert Jan van OordActa Marine

“Acquiring vessels is a complicated business; ACL are an invaluable support throughout the process. Their guidance, advice, professionalism and knowledge mean I couldn't recommend them more. We turned to ACL again this year and I am absolutely delighted with the outcome.”

Mark LincolnRock Maritime services | Gibraltar