Industry and Field Teams

Support your work in Barkley Sound with reliable, professional marine transport. Barkley Sounder provides access for field crews, researchers, and project teams operating in remote coastal environments, including the Broken Group Islands and surrounding areas. From environmental surveys to commercial projects, we help you reach your site safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Our landing craft design allows for easy loading of equipment, tools, and materials directly from docks or beaches. With a payload capacity of up to 3000 lbs and seating for crews, we can transport personnel and gear together in a single trip. Onboard Starlink connectivity supports communication in remote areas, making it easier to coordinate work, share data, and stay connected while on the water.

We regularly support a wide range of industries and field operations, including environmental research, aquaculture, construction, utility work, and coastal surveying. Barkley Sounder has also worked with film crews, photographers, and diving teams requiring stable, flexible on-water support for remote shoots and projects. Based in Bamfield, we understand the realities of working on the West Coast and provide dependable service tailored to demanding conditions.