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Emergency Response

Emergency response

Call SMIT 24/7 at
+31 10 454 99 11
salvage@smit.com


Help us to help you.
Keep the following information at hand when you contact us in case of an emergency:
Initial info:
What? Where? When?

Type and cause of accident:
Fire – collision - grounding

Known damage:
What is the known damage? Where is it located?

Contact details:
Which contact details can we use at all times?

SMIT has an unrivaled track record responding to ships in distress anywhere in the world from its four strategic locations. Our emergency response teams are fully prepared to mobilize 24/7.

We respond 24/7

When you are confronted with an emergency, a prompt and effective response makes all the difference. We aim to provide assistance that meet your needs and expectations. SMIT Salvage’s professional and experienced salvage teams and specialized equipment are ready to provide instant response to your emergency, anywhere in the world, no matter how remote the location. Since every salvage is unique our teams are selected for each specific situation and the following specializations are amongst our capabilities:

  • Salvage masters
  • Naval architects
  • Marine chemists
  • Firefighting experts
  • Dive supervisors
  • Rope access specialists

Six strategically located response centers

You can also count on our range of OPA-90 emergency response services. Our marine salvage, lightering and fire-fighting services ensure compliance with regulations for all vessels trading in the USA. For further information on these services, please go to www.donjon-smit.com our dedicated OPA-90 joint venture company Donjon-SMIT. Operating out of six strategically located response centers in Rotterdam, Cape Town, Houston, Singapore, Rio de Janeiro and Gujarat supported by our extensive global network, we guarantee 24/7 response worldwide. At these (custom bonded) locations we have the following equipment
dedicated for marine emergencies and instantly available to be mobilized anywhere in the world:

  • Diving equipment
  • Firefighting equipment
  • Oil removal and containment equipment
  • Pumping equipment
  • Lifting and towing gear