Salvage of ‘Faithy May’ – Torres Strait, Queensland
Between August and September 2026, North Marine successfully salvaged Faithy May, a 14.8 metre timber vessel submerged in approximately 17 metres of water near Horn Island in the Torres Strait. The complex operation involved multiple recovery attempts, commercial diving, specialist lifting equipment and marine support vessels. Despite strong tidal currents and the vessel’s deteriorated condition, North Marine adapted its recovery methodology to successfully raise, relocate and dismantle the wreck while minimising environmental impacts.
Salvage of ‘Sai Narm’ & ‘Ada Dan’ – Torres Strait, Queensland
North Marine successfully completed the salvage and removal of two derelict fibreglass vessels, Ada Dan and Sai Narm, near Horn Island in the Torres Strait. The project involved specialist marine vessels, commercial divers and heavy recovery equipment. Tailored salvage methods were used to overcome challenging site conditions while minimising environmental impacts on surrounding reef and mangrove habitats.
Yachtie Moorings – Far North Queensland
North Marine provides complete yachtie mooring renewals, new mooring installations and authorised mooring relocations for recreational vessel owners across Far North Queensland. Scheduled twice annually in February and September, all installations are completed using brand-new, MSQ-compliant mooring systems.
Salvage of ‘Turtle Cat’ – Liverpool Creek, Queensland
Between April and June 2026, North Marine undertook a complex salvage operation to recover Turtle Cat from the Liverpool Creek system south of Innisfail. Following multiple recovery attempts and the implementation of a revised lift bag recovery methodology, the vessel was successfully refloated, recovered and removed for disposal.
Offshore Personnel Support – Willis Island, Coral Sea
In May / June 2026, North Marine supported Aestra’s weed management program on Willis Island by providing marine transport, offshore accommodation and daily personnel transfers. Utilising M.V. Komodo as the primary support vessel, North Marine enabled safe and reliable access to one of Australia’s most remote offshore locations.
Reef Restoration & Adaptation Program (RRAP) – Great Barrier Reef, Queensland
Since 2025, North Marine has proudly supported the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) Reef Restoration and Adaptation Program (RRAP) Pilot Deployments Program, delivering ongoing liveaboard vessel charters, marine logistics and offshore operational support for coral restoration activities across the Great Barrier Reef.
Salvage of ‘Juniper’ – Magnetic Island, Queensland
In May 2026, North Marine provided specialist salvage support for the recovery of Juniper, an approximately 25-tonne sailing vessel submerged in Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island. Working alongside NQ Marine Tow & Salvage, the team successfully refloated, dewatered and recovered the vessel following a challenging three-day salvage operation.
Salvage of ‘Angela B’ & ‘Ina’ – Tully Heads, Queensland
In April / May 2026, North Marine completed the salvage and disposal of the derelict vessels Angela B and Ina from Gin’s Camp Beach in Far North Queensland. Operating in a remote coastal environment with challenging access and tidal conditions, the project involved vessel recovery, demolition, waste removal and site rehabilitation on behalf of Maritime Safety Queensland.
Salvage of ‘Wantok’, ‘Reunion’ & ‘Coopers Boat’ – Far North Queensland
Between April and May 2026, North Marine completed the salvage and disposal of three derelict vessels across Far North Queensland for Maritime Safety Queensland. Operating across multiple remote creek and estuary locations, the project demonstrated North Marine’s capability to safely deliver complex vessel recovery and removal works in environmentally sensitive waterways.
Salvage of ‘Ocean Rambler’ – Cape Bedford, Queensland
In January 2026, North Marine was engaged to remove and dispose of the derelict vessel Ocean Rambler from a remote coastal location south of Cape Bedford. The project involved vessel salvage, demolition and site remediation in an environmentally sensitive area with challenging access and tidal constraints. All materials were successfully removed and disposed of, leaving the site clean, stable and free of debris.