We rent aluminum crew boats built by Hanko's in Berwick, Louisiana, each with twin Yamaha outboards, an enclosed cabin, and open deck space. They're set up for moving crews, tools, and light cargo on inland and near-coastal water.
The boats support dredging crews, construction jobs, survey teams, and work along the Port Fourchon corridor. They rent by the day, week, or month, on their own or alongside our barges and tugs.
Why Melancon Marine
Why people call us
Built for this coast
Hanko's builds heavy-duty aluminum workboats one parish over in Berwick, and they hold up to daily use in shallow, rough water. Twin Yamaha outboards keep maintenance simple and the boats dependable.
Short runs from Larose
We're on Bayou Lafourche near the ICW, about half an hour from Port Fourchon. For projects in Lafourche and Terrebonne Parishes, the boat isn't spending half the day getting to you.
Rents with the rest of the fleet
Crew boats usually work alongside a barge or a tug. We can quote the boat, the barge, and the tow together.
Matched to the job
Crew size, gear, and run distance decide which boat works. Tell us what a normal day looks like on your job and we can confirm which boat fits and how to set up the rental.
The Scope
What this service covers
Crew transport
Daily runs moving workers between docks, barges, and remote job sites.
Survey support
A stable, maneuverable platform for hydrographic and coastal survey teams.
Light cargo runs
Tools, parts, groceries, and small equipment delivered to crews on the water.
Dredge & project support
Tender duty alongside dredging and construction operations.
Enclosed cabins
Crews stay dry and out of the sun between runs.
Open deck space
Room aft for gear, coolers, and whatever else the job hauls along.
How It Works
How a job goes
01
Describe the runs
Where crews stage, where they work, and how many trips a day the job takes.
02
Match the boat
We confirm capacity, draft, and rigging against your project.
03
Set the term
Day, week, or month, with the support level the job needs.
04
Boat on station
The boat positions where your project needs it, on your schedule.
On the Job
Our equipment on the job
Service Area
Crew boat service from Larose across Bayou Lafourche, the ICW, Port Fourchon, Houma, Grand Isle, and job sites throughout coastal Louisiana.
Common Questions
Common questions
What crew boats do you rent?
Aluminum crew boats built by Hanko's in Berwick, Louisiana, each powered by twin Yamaha outboards, with enclosed cabins and open working decks. They're rigged for crew transport, survey work, and light cargo on inland and near-coastal water.
How much does crew boat rental cost in Louisiana?
Rates depend on the term, the run schedule, and the support the job needs. Daily through monthly terms are available. Call (985) 691-4591 with your project location and crew schedule and we'll quote it.
How many people can your crew boats carry?
It depends on the boat, the gear aboard, and the kind of run, so we confirm capacity against your specific job before quoting it. Tell us your crew size and daily schedule and we'll tell you what the boats can do.
Can your crew boats work shallow bayous and marsh edges?
Yes. Shallow-draft aluminum hulls with outboard power are made for that water. For marsh interiors where even an outboard can't follow, we pair crew boats with our airboats so your people can get all the way to the work.
Do you serve Port Fourchon projects?
Yes. Larose is a 30-minute run down LA-1 from Port Fourchon, and work along that corridor is a big part of what these boats do, along with jobs across Lafourche and Terrebonne Parishes.
Can I rent a crew boat together with a barge or tug?
Yes, and most rentals go out that way. Crew boat, spud barge, excavator, and tug can be quoted together, which keeps mobilization simple.
Larose, Louisiana
Put the fleet to work
Call (985) 691-4591 for rates, availability, and scheduling.