Marine Salvage
Harcan Marine is your trusted partner for reliable, efficient, and expert marine salvage services across Australia and the Pacific. From underwater burning and cutting to debris removal, our team handles complex underwater salvage operations with care, safety, and speed.
With over 30 years of combined experience in commercial diving, we ensure that no matter the size or complexity of the job, it’s completed safely and to the highest standards.
Why Choose Harcan Marine for Marine Salvage?
Industry-Leading Experience and Expertise
When it comes to marine salvage, experience matters. Harcan Marine brings over three decades of diving expertise to every underwater salvage operation. Led by an ex-military professional, our team has successfully completed more than 700 salvage projects throughout Australia and the Pacific Islands.
Whether it’s large vessels, helicopters, cranes, or fallen debris, we have the knowledge and equipment to tackle any underwater salvage challenge.
Our extensive expertise in underwater construction, underwater welding, and underwater concreting means we provide a full-service solution, ensuring every salvage operation is carried out with the utmost precision and efficiency.
Safety and Compliance are Our Top Priorities
We understand the risks associated with marine salvage services, so safety is at the core of everything we do. Harcan Marine’s commercial divers are fully ADAS-certified, and we strictly adhere to ISO-accredited safety standards. Also, by focusing on underwater NDT (non-destructive testing) and rigorous safety protocols, we ensure every project is completed with minimal risk to the team and the environment.
Comprehensive Marine Salvage Services
Harcan Marine offers a wide range of marine salvage services, including:
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Underwater debris removal.
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Underwater burning and cutting services.
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Salvage of vessels, cranes, vehicles, helicopters, and seaplanes.
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Recovery of ships’ anchors and propellers.
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Emergency and routine marine salvage operations.
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Pipeline and structural remediation in submerged environments.
We’re equipped to handle any marine salvage job in Australia, big or small. From everyday recovery tasks to highly complex underwater dive services, we deliver reliable, safe, and cost-effective results.
Solving Your Challenges with Our Underwater Salvage
Efficient and Rapid Response
When a marine salvage operation is needed, time is often of the essence.
Harcan Marine’s team is ready to respond quickly and effectively, ensuring your project runs smoothly from start to finish. Whether it’s an emergency recovery operation or scheduled maintenance, our team of experienced commercial divers is prepared to tackle the toughest salvage challenges with the speed and precision necessary to minimise downtime.
Custom Solutions
Every Australian marine salvage operation is unique—we understand the importance of personalising our approach to your exact requirements.
If it’s inspecting a vessel before salvage or coordinating complex underwater construction and welding operations, we work closely with you to ensure your project is completed as efficiently as possible, with a focus on safety and compliance.
Advanced Technology and Expertise
We pride ourselves on using the latest technology to handle underwater salvage operations. From remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) for inspections to advanced underwater welding and cutting equipment, we utilise cutting-edge tools that improve the speed and accuracy of our underwater salvage work, saving you both time and money.
Marine Salvage Australia: Small and Large-Scale Projects
Whether you’re a government agency, insurance company, shipping agent, or private owner, Harcan Marine has the experience, equipment, and expertise to assist with all types of marine salvage operations. We take pride in our ability to handle small-scale projects and large, complex operations involving large vessels, helicopters, or fallen debris.
Marine Salvage: Work with Harcan Marine
Our marine salvage services are designed to provide cost-effective and safe solutions for all clients, focusing on minimising environmental impact and ensuring the longevity of your underwater infrastructure.
If you need our help, contact us today. Don’t waste time—do it right the first time with Harcan Marine.
FAQs—Marine Salvage
What is marine salvage?
Marine salvage refers to the process of recovering ships, cargo, and other maritime property that has been lost, damaged, or sunk in water. This includes operations such as wreck removal, underwater debris clearance, and recovering valuable cargo or vessels. Our underwater salvage experts use specialised equipment like cranes, underwater welding tools, and remote-operated vehicles (ROVs) to perform these tasks safely and efficiently, whether the salvage site is in shallow or deep waters.
What types of situations require marine salvage services?
Marine salvage is needed in various situations, including shipwrecks, sunken vessels, cargo loss, or when a vessel or structure becomes a hazard to navigation. Salvage operations are also required when debris or wreckage obstructs waterways or when maritime structures need removals or repairs. The goal of marine salvage is to safely recover or remove these materials to restore the environment and protect marine traffic.
What equipment is used in Australian marine salvage?
Marine salvage operations typically involve a range of equipment, including cranes, winches, diving gear, and remote-operated vehicles (ROVs). Underwater cutting and welding tools are used for structural repairs or to dismantle large objects. Pontoons, barges, and other floating platforms may also lift and transport salvaged materials. The type of equipment used depends on the scale and nature of the underwater salvage operation.
How long does a marine salvage operation take?
The duration of an underwater salvage operation depends on factors such as the size of the object being salvaged, water depth, weather conditions, and the complexity of the operation. Smaller salvage jobs, like debris removal, may take a few hours to a few days, while larger projects, such as shipwreck recovery, can take weeks or even months. A thorough assessment and planning phase is required to estimate the timeline for each job.
