Pilot Boats Vessel Relocation – Cairns to Weipa / Weipa to Cairns, Queensland
In March 2025, North Marine was contracted by Ports North to relocate two pilot boats between Cairns and Weipa, ensuring continued operational efficiency in the region. With efficient execution and clear communication, North Marine completed the relocations safely and on schedule, reinforcing its reputation for reliable marine transport solutions.
Cargo Delivery – Hicks Island, Queensland
North Marine was contracted to deliver essential cargo and fuel to Hicks Island, mobilising the Pacific Ranger to tow the barge Clarence, which carried fuel and supplies critical to island operations.
Our experienced crew navigated challenging conditions and executed precise logistics planning to ensure a safe, on-time delivery with minimal disruption to island activities. From managing heavy equipment transport to securing fuel logistics, North Marine showcased its capability in remote-area marine transport.
War on Wrecks Salvages – North Queensland
As part of Maritime Safety Queensland’s War on Wrecks initiative, North Marine is engaged in the recovery, removal, and disposal of derelict vessels across the Cairns region. These operations aim to improve navigational safety, protect sensitive marine environments, and reduce pollution risks by removing abandoned and deteriorating vessels from coastal waterways. North Marine’s role involves tailored salvage solutions for each site, including vessel recovery, environmentally responsible disposal, and site rehabilitation where needed, while ensuring full compliance with environmental and regulatory standards.
Turtle Monitoring – Remote Islands in the Northern Parts of Australia
North Marine supported TSRA Rangers and Traditional Owners on a voyage aboard the Lady Ningaloo to remote islands in the northern parts of Australia.
Coral Sea Marine Park Island Health Voyage – Coral Sea, Queensland
North Marine supported Parks Australia in conducting a 9-day Coral Sea Marine Park (CSMP) Island Health Assessment voyage in July 2024.
Insurance Tow of Vessel ‘Casabella’ – Whitsundays to Townsville
North Marine was engaged to tow the vessel ‘Casabella’ from Coral Sea Marina in Airlie Beach to the slip at Rosshaven Marine in Townsville, QLD.
Gauge Board Installations – East Trinity, Queensland
North Marine was contracted to install 13 new tidal gauge boards, inspect, brace & clean 17 existing boards and verify Australian Height Datum (AHD) to within +/- 25mm accuracy.
Bathymetric Survey Report & Seafloor Assessments In Pacific
North Marine was contracted to conduct site assessments and bathymetric survey reports on four proposed marine infrastructure locations in the Pacific.
Charleston Dam Water Supply Infrastructure, Rural Queensland
North Marine is contracted to install Charleston Dam water supply infrastructure for the tender “Water Infrastructure Works – Installation Phase”, by Etheridge Shire Council, rural QLD.
Vessel Salvage in Port Douglas, Queensland, for Maritime Safety Queensland
North Marine’s commercial diving department is contracted to salvage the wreck of the SV Roma from Dixon Inlet, Port Douglas, Queensland.
