Jake Bolson and Son

J. Bolson and Son was based on the south side of Poole Harbour in Dorset, England. The yard came into existence during World War II as a way of meeting the demand for small craft during this period.

Shipbuilding

• 1940s - During the 40s the yard made oil barges for the Iranians along with motor barges for the Isle of Wight and British Transport Commission.
• 1950s - The yard also undertook repair and construction of small craft such as hoppers, dredgers and sludge craft.
• 1960s - From the late 50s onwards the yard began making larger sand dredgers and coasters for South Coast Shipping Co. Ltd. In addition, two coastal tankers were completed for Esso. Other craft completed included excursion ferries, oil rig supply vessels and dry cargo coasters.
• 1970s - The yard abandoned shipbuilding in 1973 continuing only as a ship repairer.

Sources of Information

British Shipbuilding Yards. 3 vols by Norman L. Middlemiss