Emergency Service Propeller entangled? We respond 24h/7 to minimize your vessel's downtime. Call Now

Service Overview

Propeller Fishing Net & Rope Removal

A propeller entangled with fishing nets, ropes, or cables is a serious operational emergency. It can render the vessel immobile, damage the shaft seal, and cause significant financial losses through port fees, cargo delays, and potential towing costs.

SIFM provides rapid 24h/7 emergency response for propeller net and rope removal. Our certified divers are equipped with the right underwater cutting tools to safely free entangled propellers and shafts without damaging blades or seals.

Case study: NAVE ELECTRON Po WAPS TOGO-Fishing — complete fishing net removal from propeller with full before/after photographic documentation.

Urgent? Call us immediately

Our emergency diving team is on standby 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Togo: (+228) 911 680 18

Propeller before net removal — NAVE ELECTRON Po WAPS TOGO-Fishing — Net removal from propeller

Propeller after net removal — NAVE ELECTRON Po WAPS TOGO-Fishing — Net removal from propeller

How We Work

Emergency Net Removal Process

Emergency Mobilisation
Upon receiving your call, our team mobilises immediately with all necessary equipment — divers, underwater cutting tools, safety gear and support boat.
Entanglement Assessment
Initial dive to assess the type, extent and complexity of the entanglement — nets, ropes, cables or a combination — before developing the removal strategy.
Safe Net Cutting & Removal
Certified divers use specialised underwater cutting tools to carefully cut and remove all entangled material, working systematically to avoid damaging the propeller blades or shaft seal.
Propeller & Shaft Inspection
After removal, a full inspection of the propeller blades, shaft, and seal is performed. Any damage is identified and reported immediately.
Clearance Confirmation & Report
Final check confirms the propeller is fully free. Before/after photographic documentation is provided for your records.