Delivering responsive marine and logistics solutions from the heart of Pembroke Port
At Pembroke Port, our strength lies in the depth and diversity of our supply chain - and few partners demonstrate this better than Williams Shipping. With a legacy dating back over 130 years, this family-owned business has grown into a leading provider of marine and logistics services, supporting industries across the UK and Europe.
A trusted name with deep roots
Founded in 1894, Williams Shipping has evolved from a single vessel operation into a multi division marine and logistics company offering vessel charter, port services, transport, cargo handling and more.
Today, the company remains family run, combining generations of expertise with a forward-thinking approach that continues to meet the demands of modern industry. From construction and defence to renewables and oil and gas, their ability to support complex marine operations has made them a key player in the UK supply chain.
A long-standing presence at Pembroke Port
Williams Shipping has been part of the Pembroke Port community since 2004, developing a strong and enduring relationship with the Port of Milford Haven.
Operating from a prime location at Quay 3, their Pembroke base allows them to mobilise quickly and respond flexibly to customer needs. This strategic position, combined with the port’s deep water access and extensive laydown space, enables efficient delivery of both traditional services and support for emerging sectors such as offshore renewables.
Comprehensive support across the supply chain
From their Pembroke Port base, Williams Shipping delivers a broad range of services that underpin day-to-day operations across the Milford Haven Waterway and beyond. These include:
- Marine services – vessel charter, towage, anchor handling, buoy maintenance and oil spill response
- Port and quayside operations – cargo handling, berthing, craneage and storage facilities
- Crew and passenger transfers – fast, reliable movement of personnel to vessels and offshore sites
- Logistics and transport – specialist haulage, crane vehicles and project logistics
- Ship support services – stores delivery to vessels at anchor or alongside terminals
This integrated offering allows Williams Shipping to act as a single, dependable partner for customers operating in complex and time sensitive marine environments.
Supporting key industries and future growth
Pembroke Port is at the centre of the UK’s energy sector and an emerging hub for floating offshore wind in the Celtic Sea. Williams Shipping plays a vital role in supporting this activity, bringing proven capability in offshore construction support, renewable energy logistics and marine civil engineering.
Their services already contribute to projects ranging from oil and gas terminal operations to infrastructure development and offshore wind supply chains. As the energy transition accelerates, the skills and experience of companies like Williams Shipping will be critical in enabling new technologies and delivering large scale projects.
Investing in people and infrastructure
Williams Shipping continues to invest in its Pembroke operations, most recently upgrading its on-site facilities with a modern, energy-efficient office and improved crew amenities.
These investments reflect a wider commitment to supporting their workforce and ensuring they have the right environment to deliver high-quality, safe and efficient services.
A valued supply chain partner
Williams Shipping exemplifies the collaborative, capable and future-focused supply chain that makes Pembroke Port such a powerful hub for marine operations.
By combining heritage with innovation - and local expertise with national reach - they continue to play a key role in supporting customers, driving economic growth, and strengthening Pembroke Port’s position as a centre of excellence for marine and energy activity.