Specialist Marine Response When It Matters Most.
Australian Owned. Internationally Trusted.
24/7 Marine Salvage
& Emergency Response
Servicing ship-owners, insurers, port authorities and agencies in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific
Australian owned, operating 24/7 across Australasia to protect life, property & the environment.
United Salvage delivers specialist marine emergency response and salvage solutions for complex, high-risk situations, providing decisive action, technical expertise and proven outcomes from immediate incident response through to large-scale wreck removal and decommissioning support.
With strategically positioned personnel and response equipment across Australia, we enable rapid mobilisation throughout Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific, supported by international partners when required.
Led by one of Australia’s most experienced salvage masters and backed by a specialist team with decades of global marine response experience, United Salvage is the only Australian-based member of the International Salvage Union, delivering world-class capability with local knowledge and operational readiness.
Our Services
Emergency Response
24/7 marine emergency response delivering rapid stabilisation, risk mitigation, and technical support for vessel incidents in port and offshore.
Environmental Support
Specialist environmental services to manage and mitigate pollution risks during marine incidents, salvage operations, and decommissioning projects.
Decommissioning & Recycling
End-of-life vessel decommissioning and recycling solutions for marine assets that are damaged, obsolete, or no longer fit for service.
Salvage & Wreck Removal
Expert salvage and wreck removal for damaged, stranded, or sunken vessels across port, coastal, and offshore environments
Marine Operational support, planning and training
Operational support and preparedness solutions for port authorities, maritime agencies, and marine operators to enhance response readiness.
Emergency towage training
Reliable emergency and planned towage supporting marine incidents, salvage operations, and routine vessel movements.
Small Vessel Recovery
Dedicated recovery and removal services for small vessels, including wreck clearance in ports, marinas, and coastal areas.
Why Choose Us?
Australian Owned, Internationally Trusted
United Salvage is an Australian owned operator with international credibility, delivering marine salvage and emergency response services to globally recognised standards while maintaining deep local knowledge of Australian and regional waters.
24/7 Emergency Response
With a dedicated 24/7 response capability and strategically positioned personnel and equipment, United Salvage is able to mobilise quickly to marine incidents across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific when time is critical.
Proven Experience in Complex Situations
Our team brings decades of hands on experience across salvage, wreck removal, environmental response and decommissioning, with a track record of delivering safe, compliant outcomes in challenging port and offshore environments.
Specialist Capability with Practical Delivery
From emergency towage planning through to large scale decommissioning and environmental protection, United Salvage provides practical, technically sound solutions supported by experienced leadership and a disciplined, operational approach.
Past Projects
selected operations
Ex-HMAS Otama Submarine Stabilisation (2020/21)
Emergency Stabilisation & Salvage Support
Manu Folau Inter-Island Ferry Support (2021–2022)
Consultancy & Preparatory Support
Wreck Removal York Cove & Campbell Cove (2022)
Salvage & Wreck Removal
Emergency Towage – Bulk Carrier Portland Bay (2022)
Emergency Marine Response & Salvage
Fire-Damaged Vessel Support – Höegh Trooper (2023)
Salvage Support & Towage
Frequently asked questions
How do we contact United Salvage in an emergency?
For emergency response, contact United Salvage via the 24/7 emergency phone number listed on this website. For non-urgent enquiries, you can contact the team via email or the contact form.
Can you support operations within active ports?
Yes. United Salvage has experience operating within live port environments and works closely with port authorities to ensure safety, compliance and minimal disruption to port operations.
Do you undertake large scale decommissioning and recycling projects?
Yes. United Salvage provides large scale decommissioning and recycling support for vessels and offshore assets, including fire damaged and end-of-life assets in port and offshore environments.
Can you assist with emergency towage planning and preparedness?
Yes. United Salvage provides emergency towage planning, preparation and consultancy services, including vessel-specific assessments and practical crew readiness support.
Do you work with insurers, P&I clubs and surveyors?
Yes. United Salvage regularly works alongside insurers, P&I clubs, surveyors, port authorities and regulators to support incident response, salvage planning and risk mitigation.
Do you provide environmental and pollution response services?
Yes. United Salvage maintains oil spill capture and containment capability and provides environmental response and pollution control services to support incident management and regulatory compliance.
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