American-Built Crane Barges & Sectional Barges
One truckable, patent-pending mobile crane barge that drives piles, lifts heavy loads, dredges, and reaches the water others cannot. Engineered and fabricated in New Waterford, Ohio. Available to buy or rent nationwide.
Built to Perform, Powered by Work Marine.
The Mobile Crane Barge That Goes Where the Job Is
Work Marine is a US crane barge and sectional barge manufacturer building a new class of mobile marine platform. Unlike traditional workboats, our patent-pending barge folds down to a permissible wide load, tows behind a standard tractor and drop-deck trailer, and launches from any suitable boat ramp. Once on the water it expands to a stable working deck over 24 feet wide, ready for pile driving, dredging, lifting, bridge repair, and shoreline work. If your project touches the water, one Work Marine barge can replace a fleet of rented equipment.
Why Marine Contractors Choose Work Marine
Truckable & Road-Ready
No tugs, no cranes to launch. Our truckable barge transports as a wide load in most states without escort vehicles, then deploys like a boat. You are working the same day you arrive.
One Barge, Every Job
The patent-pending Quick Connect Multi-Platform Implement System lets crews swap pile drivers, clamshell buckets, man baskets, augers, grapplers, and more in minutes. One vessel covers the whole project, cutting rental costs and downtime.
Built in the USA, Built to Code
Every barge is fabricated in our 180,000 square foot Ohio facility and designed to meet USCG Subchapter I regulations. Our leadership holds professional engineering licenses across ten states plus AISC, ASME, AWS, and ISO 9001 certifications.
Buy or Rent, With Engineering Support
Purchase a crane barge outright or rent one for a single project. Either way our sales and engineering team helps with configuration, site setup, and execution from concept to completion.
Built for Every Job on the Water
From commercial infrastructure to residential shorelines, the Work Marine barge handles the work that used to require multiple vessels:
- Pile driving and dock building
- Bridge construction, inspection, and repair
- Pier and seawall building
- Dredging and debris removal
- Material transportation across the water
- Shoreline erosion control and home elevation support
Who It's Built For..
- Marine and construction contractors building docks, bridges, piers, and seawalls
- Utility providers requiring access to hard-to-reach water-adjacent infrastructure
- Disaster response teams needing stable platforms in flooded or storm-damaged zones
- Fire & rescue units operating in challenging or remote aquatic areas
- Government and military agencies performing inspections, deployments, and support ops
- Private homeowners and HOAs tackling shoreline erosion or debris cleanup
                If your work involves water, Work Marine has your back.
Quick Connect Multi-Platform Implement System
What truly sets Work Marine apart is our patent-pending Quick Connect Multi-Platform Implement System. This modular approach allows operators to rapidly switch out attachments, enabling a single barge to perform multiple roles throughout a project.
Attachment options include:
- Hydraulic pile drivers (vibratory and impact) for marine construction
- Man baskets for safe and precise bridge inspections or elevated work
- Hydraulic buckets, clamshells, and grapplers for dredging and debris removal
- Forks, augers, winches, and shears for transporting, cutting, and drilling
This system reduces downtime between tasks and eliminates the need for multiple vessels or equipment rentals, saving time, labor, and cost.
Road-Ready. Water-Strong.
Unlike most workboats, the Work Marine platform is fully mobile, easily transported over the road using a standard tractor and drop-deck trailer. With a folded transportation footprint of approximately 11.9 feet in width, under 12 feet in height, and around 40 feet in length, the barge qualifies as a permissible wide load in most states—without requiring escort vehicles.
It’s as simple as towing it to a suitable boat ramp, where it deploys just like a recreational boat—but with the muscle and capabilities of a commercial work platform.
Once launched, the barge hydraulically expands to a working width of over 24 feet, creating a stable, heavy-duty deck designed to support heavy machinery, personnel, and equipment. This transformation happens quickly and securely thanks to our hydraulic folding and locking system, saving you hours of setup time.
Unrivaled Propulsion and Engine Performance
Powering the barge is a Cummins QSB6.7 inboard/outboard diesel engine—375 horsepower with 657 lb-ft of torque, turbocharged and seawater aftercooled for optimal marine performance. It’s built to meet both EPA Tier 3 and IMO Tier II emissions standards, providing the perfect balance of strength and sustainability.
Paired with a Konrad 680B commercial sterndrive, a ZF 301-1C marine transmission, and hydraulic steering and trim, the propulsion system is engineered for precision maneuverability, even in challenging water conditions. With a 125-gallon diesel tank, you get extended runtime without constant refueling.
Ventilation is managed by a Delta T engine room ventilation system, including louvers and mist extractors that ensure performance and safety in all conditions.
Hands-On Operation for Safer, Smarter Jobsites
One of the standout features of the Work Marine barge is its National Crane 437B, a 10-ton hydraulic crane with a 37’ fully telescoping boom. What makes this crane truly operator-focused is the belly box control system, allowing the crane operator to work outside of the cab.
This wireless remote control system enables operators to walk the deck, inspect the load, and work shoulder-to-shoulder with the team—improving visibility, communication, and safety. No more relying on guesswork or relayed commands—the operator is fully in the action, in real time.
With an operating angle of -10° to 80°, and precision control over lifts and movements, this crane system is ideal for:
- Lifting heavy materials like pipe, rebar, or concrete structures
- Maneuvering tools into tight or elevated spaces
- Supporting inspection platforms and man baskets
- Removing debris from water or elevated areas
Engineered by Licensed Professionals. Trusted on the Job.
Work Marine is more than a fabricator. Our team carries marine general contractor licenses, professional engineering licenses in Colorado, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin, plus AWS-certified welding and inspection credentials. Every barge is built to exacting standards and backed by our best-in-class warranty.
Ready to Put a Work Marine Barge to Work?
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Our leadership team holds multiple engineering licenses, as well as industry-recognized credentials including:
- ISO 9001 Certification
- AISC, ASME, AWS, and National Board Certifications
- Marine General Contractor Licenses
We bring real-world knowledge, decades of experience, and a relentless commitment to quality, precision, and safety. Every barge is fabricated to exacting standards in our fully equipped facility, ensuring consistent performance in the field.
Whether you are planning a long-term build or need rapid deployment for an emergency, our mobile crane barge is ready to ship nationwide.
Contact our engineering team for specs, pricing, financing, or to schedule a demo.
What Our Customers Have To Say...
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Whether you’re planning a long-term project or need rapid deployment for an emergency operation, our Mobile Marine Barge is built & ready to help you accomplish any feat on water—better and faster than ever before!
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