At Marshall Jakeman Marine Limited (MJM), we are dedicated to revolutionising the marine industry with our bespoke survey vessels. With a firm commitment to quality, safety, and innovation, we provide exceptional solutions for the offshore wind sector.
Founded in the UK, MJM has built a reputation for excellence in marine vessel design and construction. Our journey began with a vision to create superior survey vessels that meet the evolving needs of the offshore industry. Today, we are proud to have a fleet that sets the benchmark for reliability and performance.
We adhere to the highest industry standards to ensure the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of our vessels. Our design and construction processes are guided by meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement. We deliver vessels that are robust, versatile, and equipped for complex survey operations.
Client-Centric Approach
Understanding the unique challenges of offshore projects, we work closely with our clients to customise our vessels to their specific requirements. Our vessels are designed with features such as dedicated survey mounts, spacious working decks, and advanced sensor deployment systems to maximise productivity and data quality.
Our values guide everything we do. They reflect our commitment to excellence, innovation, and integrity in the marine and offshore wind sectors.
We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of marine engineering and vessel construction.
We adhere to the highest standards to ensure that our vessels are reliable, efficient, and built to last.
We are committed to providing a safe working environment for all, ensuring the highest safety standards.
We continuously seek ways to improve our operations to support a sustainable future.
We work closely with our clients to provide tailored solutions that meet their specific needs.
Our commitment to ethical practices ensures that we build lasting relationships based on trust and mutual respect.
Chris Jakeman boasts a varied background in machine building, production maintenance, and project management in the FMCG sector. For the last ten years, Chris has worked closely with Barry Marshall at B Marshall Engineering Ltd to grow the marine engineering division. This collaboration has helped to unify different expertise within the company. As Managing Director, Chris manages daily operations and offers technical support to the team.
Barry Marshall started as an Anglesmith/Foreman, working on major projects like the Thames Barrier with Cleveland Bridge. In 1979, he established Marshall Engineering, focusing on steel building production, fabrication, and presswork. His passion for steel boat building led to founding B Marshall Marine Ltd. Barry still contributes his vast experience as a Director.
Ben Marshall, a Chartered Mechanical Engineer, holds a First-Class Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Sheffield. With 13 years at BP, he worked internationally on major projects and operations in the Upstream Oil and Gas sector. His last role was Engineering Manager for a multi-billion-dollar offshore platform in the Norwegian North Sea. Ben is now an independent engineering consultant in the Upstream oil and gas industry.
Nicholas Calvert brings over 25 years of experience, including nearly 20 years of service in the Royal Navy, to his role as Engineering Superintendent at Marshall Jakeman Marine. As an accomplished Senior Electromechanical Marine Engineer, Nicholas has honed his skills in a variety of demanding operational environments.
Harvey Jakeman joined the company in August 2023 and began his Engineering apprenticeship in January. Before this, Harvey completed a two-year Cheffing apprenticeship at Rockliffe Hall, demonstrating his commitment and versatility. Now studying at South West Durham Training, Harvey has played a key role in the Enterprise build and contributes to offshore operations as both a deckhand and cook, while actively working towards covering the Engineer's role.