Gareloch Support Services have been QinetiQ of Loch Goil’s main maritime and support contractor for more that 10 years. Over this time they have completed many varied projects. One of these was a contract where we had to enlarge a splash area for deploying mooring buoys. This involved the considerable movement and re-positioning of bottom material (mostly large stone and gravel) making good the associated exposed walls and protecting the whole area with ‘Gabion’ baskets.
Throughout this task tides, tide heights and the effect of the weather had to be carefully considered, not only from a practical point of view but with safety in mind. The whole job was completed on time, on budget and without injury. I have no hesitation in recommending this company for this type of task. Tom Stewart, Site Manager, QinetiQ.
Performance
The Multi-Role vessels operated by GSS have proved invaluable over the years and saved the day on many occasions.
Skipper and Crew’s Performance
Both the Skipper’s and the crew’s performances have always been of the highest calibre. This was demonstrated recently on Loch Goil when supporting our vessel late at night in dark, windy and rough sea conditions.
Other Comments
This companies outstanding contribution to our vessels sea trials over 13 years have enabled VSEL, Marconi Marine, BAE Systems & DML to complete extremely demanding programmes on time/to budget.
1) I am able to confirm that Gareloch Support Services (GSS) conduct routine monthly checks on all navigation lights in the Dockyard Ports and Campbeltown. GSS also conduct maintenance on the lights where required and directed by this office, this is a round-the-clock commitment.
2) The service offered by GSS has been beyond reproach and thoroughly professional since its inception.
M R Odfford
Lieutenant Commander Royal Navy
23rd May 2005
Workmanship Standards:- Excellent
Working to Programme:- High degree of flexibility was required for tide working and to allow liaison with other parties.
Effective Organisation:- Broad Depth of experience and well organised
Safety Supervision :- Sound safety practice and compliance
Overall Performance:- Excellent
Comments:- Widely experienced, marine/civil engineering contractor. Sound management and workforce. Completely satisfactory for the work.
George Porteous C. Eng. M.I.C.E.
Serco
12 February 2005
Workmanship Standards:- Good
Working to Programme:- Effective
Effective Organisation:- Broad, Very
Safety Supervision :- Yes - competent workforce
Overall Performance:- Above average
Comments:- A reliable and good contractor
D.G.MacAuley
Amec Turner
2nd June 2004
Workboat Performance:- Worked well. Right boat for the job.
Skipper and Crew Performance:- On time and a good understanding of the task requirement and well carried out.
Any Other Comment:- As always, nothing is too much trouble. A pleasure to do business with.
Chris Webb
Apex Divers
20-January-2004
GSS (Plant) Ltd, Rhu Marina,
Rhu, Argyll & Bute,
G84 8LH,
SCOTLAND
T: 01436 821277
F: 01436 821288
E: info@gssplant.co.uk