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.
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.
Towed Camera Survey – Cairns to Brisbane, Queensland
North Marine supported CSIRO in conducting a Towed Camera Survey along the Great Barrier Reef between Cairns and Brisbane using the vessel Sea Horse.
Rubbish Removal ‘Endeavour Bay’ – Cairns, Queensland
North Marine, in collaboration with Pacific Marine Salvage, was contracted to remove and lawfully dispose of pollutants, harmful substances, and debris from the vessel ‘Endeavour Bay’ in Trinity Inlet, Cairns.