Marine Surveying at Upware Marina, Trebleways
Situated on a tranquil reach of the River Cam near Wicken Fen, Upware Marina provides a critical operational bridge between Cambridge and Ely. Positioned near the historic "Five Miles from Anywhere" inn, craft berthed along this stretch of the Fenland waterways face specific environmental factors, from static water immersion to shallow margin grounding.
SafeGuard Marine Survey delivers completely independent small craft surveying services across the Upware Marina site. Whether you are arranging a pre-purchase survey on a widebeam, updating insurance cover for a GRP cruiser, or assessing steel plate retention, our technical audits provide clear, uncompromised data with zero commercial ties to local repair yards.
On-Site Facilities & Boatyard Services
100-Tonne Craneage Capabilities: Upware Marina stands out on the River Cam network for its exceptional heavy-lifting infrastructure, accommodating heavy steel craft, widebeams, and broad-beam vessels up to 100 tonnes. Out-of-water surveys must be scheduled to allow sufficient time while suspended in slings or blocked on hardstanding for complete access to the flat baseplate and underwater gear.
Hull Maintenance & Protection: On-site professional hull blacking, painting, and structural repair services for steel and GRP craft. High-pressure hull cleaning facilities on-site allow for the rapid removal of bio-fouling, heavy weed, and degraded bottom coatings. Clearing these surfaces ensures clean plate access for accurate ultrasonic transducer coupling and reliable GRP composite moisture readings.
Moorings & Utilities: Secure pontoon berths accommodating vessels up to 65ft, equipped with metered mains electricity, fresh water supply, and Elsan chemical disposal.
Site Amenities: Secure on-site vehicle parking, 24/7 shower and toilet facilities, and a self-service laundrette.