SALVAGE & EMERGENCY RESPONSE

​Northstar Marine has completed hundreds of marine salvage and recovery projects, retrieving commercial vessels, barges, aircraft, yachts, and submerged equipment in both shallow and deep water. Our experienced teams specialize in lift planning, refloating, heavy rigging, and subsea recovery, applying proven methods to solve complex challenges safely and efficiently. With rapid response capabilities and advanced salvage techniques, we deliver precise, professional outcomes even in the most demanding conditions.

Northstar Marine brings extensive experience in wreck removal, safely dismantling and recovering vessels, barges, and marine structures that obstruct waterways or pose navigational hazards. Our teams specialize in precision cutting, sectional removal, and engineered demolition using advanced above and below water techniques. Working closely with clients, port authorities, and regulators, we execute efficient, safety focused removals that minimize disruption to marine traffic and coastal operations.

​Northstar Marine delivers rapid response marine emergency services, deploying experienced crews and specialized equipment to stabilize incidents and restore safety. Our teams handle vessel groundings, sinkings, structural failures, and emergency towing using proven stabilization, dewatering, and reinforcement techniques. Available 24/7, we work closely with vessel owners, insurers, and authorities to execute swift, safety focused response plans with precision and professionalism.

Northstar Marine, Inc. specializes in hurricane cleanup and debris removal, delivering swift and effective solutions to restore impacted waterways, ports, and coastal areas. Our team is equipped to remove sunken or displaced vessels, debris, and storm related wreckage, as well as clear deep draft navigation channels to safely restore vessel traffic. We utilize a wide range of marine equipment to remove obstructions from channels, harbors, and shorelines with precision and care. Our experienced crews routinely manage large scale cleanup and channel clearing operations, minimizing disruption to critical infrastructure and marine commerce. Northstar Marine works closely with government agencies, insurers, and contractors to provide efficient, environmentally responsible recovery efforts that help communities rebuild after severe weather events.

Northstar Marine provides professional dive support services utilizing hard hat, surface supplied diving conducted in full regulatory compliance. Our experienced dive teams support salvage operations, underwater inspections, construction, maintenance, and recovery projects in both nearshore and offshore environments. With a strong focus on safety, communication, and precision, we deliver reliable underwater solutions that integrate seamlessly with complex marine operations.

Northstar Marine provides comprehensive environmental response services focused on the safe removal of hydrocarbons from stricken or damaged vessels. Our teams handle fuel and oil removal, boom deployment, oil spill containment, and recovery operations, supported by vacuum truck services and specialized response equipment. Operating with a strong emphasis on safety and environmental protection, we work quickly and effectively to mitigate impacts, protect waterways, and support regulatory compliance during emergency and planned response operations.