UK Diving Services have been credited with the CIHT safety award 2019 for implementation of safety systems and procedures during inspection diving operations on the Menai Strait Suspension Bridge. Congratulations Team!
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UK Diving Services Ltd Acquires Website as Part of UK Expansion
Company Announcement
UK Diving Services Ltd (UKDS) has officially acquired this website as part of its continued growth and expansion of commercial diving, underwater inspection, and marine safety services across the United Kingdom.
As a result of this acquisition, any references to previous trading names, companies, or branding contained within legacy pages are no longer applicable. These references will be systematically reviewed and updated to reflect UK Diving Services Ltd as the sole operating entity.
UKDS thanks all visitors, clients, and partners for their patience while content updates are completed. The acquisition strengthens UKDS’s digital presence and provides a central platform for sharing expertise in:
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Underwater structural inspections
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Bridge scour surveys
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Seabed mapping and sonar surveys
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Commercial diving services
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Safety boat and rescue RIB hire
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Confined space and marine support services
UKDS Credited with CIHT Safety Award for Underwater Inspections
January 8, 2020
UK Diving Services Ltd has been credited by the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) with the 2019 Safety Award for the implementation of robust safety management systems during underwater inspection diving operations on the Menai Strait Suspension Bridge.
This recognition highlights UKDS’s commitment to safety, compliance, and best practice during complex underwater investigations.
Underwater Inspection of Bridge Structures Across Scotland
November 28, 2019
UKDS specialist diving teams completed multiple underwater bridge inspections throughout Scotland. The surveys included scour investigations and structural condition assessments of masonry stone and concrete bridges and culverts.
Several structures exhibited pier and abutment undermining, with UKDS recommending urgent remedial works including grouting, grout bags, and rock armour rip-rap installation.
Advanced 3D Sonar Survey of Nine-Arch Masonry Bridge
April 15, 2019
UK Diving Services deployed advanced 3D sonar technology to survey a nine-arch masonry bridge structure. The system generated a detailed CAD-ready point cloud (.xyz) model, enabling engineers to accurately identify scour, voids, and structural section loss in zero-visibility conditions.
Scour Protection Delivered as Part of Bridge Repair Programme
March 5, 2019
UKDS carried out a Principal Inspection (PI) on a seven-span masonry stone arch bridge, confirming active scour. Immediate remedial works were undertaken, including the placement of grout-filled scour bags and granite rock armour to stabilise the riverbed and protect foundations.
Northamptonshire Council Appoint UKDS for Bridge Inspections
February 6, 2019
Northamptonshire Council engaged UK Diving Services to undertake General and Principal Inspections on several multi-arch stone bridges. The scope of works included underwater inspections, scour protection installation, and pointing as part of planned remedial maintenance.
Nationwide Underwater Surveys for Transport Scotland & MOD
January 27, 2019
UKDS dive teams delivered underwater video and sonar surveys nationwide on behalf of Transport Scotland and the Ministry of Defence (MOD). Inspected assets included bridges, jetties, docks, moorings, and river walls.
UKDS Contracted by Atkins on Behalf of Severn Trent Water
May 12, 2018
UK Diving Services was commissioned by Atkins to carry out underwater bridge inspections and sonar surveys for Severn Trent Water. Works included deep-water inspections and confined space access to flooded bearing chambers as part of principal bridge inspections.
Angus Council Select UKDS for Bridge & Culvert Inspections
April 9, 2018
Angus Council once again appointed UK Diving Services as their preferred contractor for bridge and culvert inspections, covering stone arch bridges and box culvert structures with full HSE-compliant dive teams.
Thames Safety Boat Services Expanded
July 30, 2017
UKDS expanded its safety boat hire services on the River Thames, providing PLA-licensed vessels and experienced crews to deliver rapid rescue and safety cover for contractors working on or near the water.
UKDS Awarded Glasgow Bridge Inspection Contract
March 2, 2017
UK Diving Services secured an underwater bridge inspection contract in Glasgow, delivering sonar and underwater video surveys recorded in BCI format.
About UK Diving Services Ltd
UK Diving Services Ltd is a leading UK provider of commercial diving, underwater surveys, bridge scour inspections, and marine safety services. With advanced technology, certified personnel, and a safety-first culture, UKDS supports infrastructure owners, engineers, and public authorities nationwide.
Safety Boat Hire North West England Safety Boat Services
North West England Safety Boat Hire For Workforces And General Public
Titanium UK North West England are a leading provider of national safety boat services in North West England's coastal and inshore waterways. We specialise in protecting workforces as they work over, near or on the water throughout the North West Of England. Our North West England water safety management system provides the optimum solution for companies and organisations who are obligated to protect their operatives as they undertake their work in marine environments.
Our North West England safety boats are also available for hire to organisations who regularly provide waterside events for the general public. In these circumstances we can deliver tailor made water safety packages which includes waterside assessments and preventative measures for the safety of large crowds gathering by water.
Our North West England safety boat hire is amongst the best available in the UK. All our crews and vessels are licensed under the MCA - Maritime And Coastguard Agency. With each job careful consideration is taken to the conditions within which the safety boat is to operate ie tidal, non tidal, water flows, local marine traffic, hazardous areas etc...the list goes on. Once we assess these conditions appropriately qualified crew and safety boat type will be decided.
Our North West England safety boat services are available for the following:
Bridge Construction
Waterside Engineering Projects
Water Safety Cover
Waterside Scaffolding Projects
Crowd Control Near Water
Public Waterside Events
Workforce Protection
Water Rescue
Our North West safety boat hire are available across the following North West England areas:
CheshireCumbria
Greater Manchester
Lancashire
Merseyside
Values And Principles Of A Leading Underwater Services Company
Customers
Our clients voice will be made heard throughout our company.We will focus all of our energy towards satisfying the needs of our customers in an efficient and effective manner.
Skilled Staff
Our highly skilled and experienced staff are our most valued asset. It is the work of our trained employees that is the hub of our business. We will involve staff on all levels in the continuous improvement of our quality services.
Health And Safety
The Health and Safety Policy of UK Diving Services is to undertake everything reasonably practicable to prevent injury and ill health to all employees and others affected by our operations.
Environment
We recognize that we all share this Earth and thus UK Diving Services is committed to using environmentally safe (green) products, recycling and energy conserving equipment whenever possible. UK Diving Services is fully committed to researching new procedures, chemicals and products that will add weight and move our environmental mission forward.
Equipment, Methods & Supplies
We will use the best available engineering, construction, cleaning and finishing supplies, equipment and methods. New products and ideas will be incorporated on a continuous basis to help maximize the value of the services to our clients.
Integrity
We promise to do what we say.
We promise stand by all of our work.
We promise not to compromise our commitment to:
The environment
The ethical conduct of our business
The policies and rules our clients have in place at any work site.
UK Law
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COMPANY NEWS
UKDS Credited With Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation Award
Underwater Inspection Of Bridge Structures In Scotland
Our specialist diving services has recently provided numerous underwater surveys on several bridge structures within Scotland. The surveys included scour investigation and structural damage inspection of masonry stone and concrete bridge structures and culverts. Various structures exhibited undermining of the pier and abutment walls and recommendations for urgent repair remedial works including grouting and grout bags as well as rock armour rip rap placement.
Our Underwater Surveyors Survey A Nine Arch Masonry Bridge Structure With 3D Sonar
Our dive service supported by 3D sonar as pictured below is an advanced sonar imagery system allowing engineers to use an accurate working model in CAD as a point cloud .xyz file. The acoustic sonar produces high resolution images where underwater voids, undermining, scour and structural section loss can be identified in zero visibility water conditions
Scour Protection As Part Of Bridge Repair Programme
Our dive service recently provided a full principle inspection of a seven span masonry stone arch bridge. The report concluded scour present and immediate remedial works were undertaken by placing of scour pack grout filled bags and raising the river bed with granite rock armour scour protection.
Northamptonshire Council Engage Our Diving Services For Principle Bridge Inspections
Our inspection diving teams have been engaged by Northamptonshire council for the purpose of surveying several multi-arch stone bridge structures. The scope of works includes both GI and PI inspections including the placing of scour protection and pointing as part of the specified remedial works.
Diving Surveyors Provide Dive Surveys On Bridge And Marine Structures Nationwide
Our dive teams have recently undertaken numerous underwater video and sonar surveys on structures across the UK on behalf of Transport Scotland and the MOD. The structures varied from Bridges, Jetties, docks, moorings and river walls.
UKDS Contracted To Atkins On Behalf Of Severn Trent Water
UK Diving Services have been commissioned by ATKINS to undertake numerous bridge inspections and sonar surveys on behalf of Severn Trent Water. The inspections include a variety of structures and bridges spanning small stream like waterways to large muti-span structures spanning 30 meter deep reservoirs. The works include diving and confined space access to flooded bearing chambers as part of principle inspections of both the submerged and exposed components of the bridge structures
UK Diving Services Deliver Principle Bridge Inspections For Angus Council
Once again Angus council have contracted UK Diving Services as their primary choice to undertake their culvert and bridge inspections. The surveys included multiple small stone arched bridges to box culvert structures. Full HSE dive teams were utilised to inspect the below water elements of each structure as per scope of works
Thames Safety Boat Services By UK Diving Services
UKDS are providing safety boat hire services on the tidal river Thames. Our safety boats are licensed under the PLA and offer rapid rescue support to contractors working over, on or near the water. All our crews are experienced skippers with backgrounds from the military and emergency services.
UKDS Win Underwater Bridge Inspection Contract On Behalf Of Glasgow County Council
UKDS have undertaken several underwater surveys on bridges within Glasgow. The surveys included underwater video and sonar recorded in BCI format
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