Underwater Salvaging Operations

Underwater salvaging is where Sea Floor Solution truly excels. Our certified commercial diving teams specialize in recovering valuable assets from Tamil Nadu's rivers, lakes, and coastal waters—24/7, 365 days a year.

Complete Salvage Capabilities:

1. Sunken Vessel Recovery

Whether it's a fishing trawler, cargo barge, or passenger boat, our teams assess, plan, and execute complex recoveries. Using air lifting bags (up to 100-ton capacity), hydraulic jacks, and flotation pontoons, we bring vessels to surface safely. Recent recoveries include a 25-ton fishing trawler from Cauvery River and multiple cargo barges from Nagapattinam harbor.

2. Engine & Machinery Recovery

Marine engines represent significant investment. Our divers use specialized lifting slings, air lift bags, and crane support to recover outboard motors, diesel engines, and propulsion systems from depths up to 40 meters. We document each recovery with underwater video for insurance claims.

3. Cargo & Equipment Salvage

Construction equipment, shipping containers, and bulk cargo recovery forms a major part of our operations. Working with port authorities and insurance surveyors, we employ ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles) for initial assessment followed by diver intervention for secure recovery.

4. Pipeline & Cable Recovery

Damaged subsea pipelines and power cables are meticulously recovered using jetting tools, air lift systems, and specialized cutting equipment. Our hyperbaric welders can perform in-situ repairs when full recovery isn't feasible.

Our Salvage Equipment Arsenal:

• Commercial diving helmets (Kirby Morgan SuperLite 17B)

• Air lift bags: 1m³ to 5m³ capacities

• ROV with 300m tether and 1080p camera

• Hydraulic power packs (50HP) for heavy lifting

• Saturation diving capability for deep-water operations

Safety Protocols & Certifications:

All divers hold ADCI (Association of Diving Contractors International) commercial diving certifications with Tamil Nadu safety board approvals. We maintain IMCA-compliant diving operations with dual gas supplies, decompression chambers on standby, and 24/7 medical support.

Case Study: Cauvery River Trawler Recovery

A 28ft steel-hulled fishing trawler sank carrying 2 diesel engines and fishing gear valued at ₹45 lakhs. Our team:

1. Deployed ROV for initial assessment (18m depth)

2. Installed 4x 2m³ air lift bags

3. Coordinated with Inland Waterways Authority for recovery window

4. Successfully surfaced vessel in 36 hours

5. Client received full insurance settlement

Insurance & Legal Compliance

We work directly with marine insurers (New India Assurance, ICICI Lombard Marine) and provide detailed recovery reports including dive logs, video evidence, and weight certificates. All operations comply with Merchant Shipping Act 1958 and local port regulations.

Emergency Response Promise:

• Response Time: Within 4 hours anywhere in Tamil Nadu

• 24/7 Hotline: 9443161729

• No Callout Charges for assessment

• Success-Based Pricing for recoveries

When disaster strikes your marine assets, Sea Floor Solution's underwater salvaging team delivers results that protect your investment and get you back to operations quickly.