Protecting Our Environment

Skimmer Vessels

S.V. Newark Bay

S.V. Newark Bay

Commissioned July 14, 1999

The 50 foot skimmer vessel is a United Marine International, Marine Trash Skimmer, Model MS16-12000B.

Length: 50'
Width: 11' 11"
Draft Empty: 17"
Draft Maximum Load: 26"
Load Capacity: 700 ft3 or 12,000 lbs (whichever occurs first)
Engine: Diesel power plant with 175 hp at 2,500 rpm
Mission Statement: To remove floatable debris and driftwood from the Newark Bay.

S.V. Passaic River

S.V. Passaic River

The 32 foot skimmer vessel is a United Marine International, Marine Trash Skimmer, Model MS8-1500A.

Length: 32'
Width: 8'
Draft Empty: 16"
Draft Maximum Load: 20"
Load Capacity: 120 ft3 or 1,500 lbs (whichever occurs first)
Engine: Diesel power plant with 83 hp at 2,600 rpm
Mission Statement: To remove floatable debris and driftwood from the Passaic River.