Silt Curtains & Other Environmental Boom Solutions

Boab Marine is a national leader in commercial marine solutions, dedicated to safeguarding Australia’s precious waterways while supporting organisations and government sectors in carrying out marine activities. With over two decades of experience and one of the country’s largest commercial vessel fleets, we deliver responsive and reliable containment solutions for an array of marine and industrial projects. Rely on us when you need log booms, silt curtains or other related solutions.

Reliable Water Containment for a Cleaner, Safer Marine Environment

We specialise in the rapid deployment and management of floating containment booms and silt curtains to tackle oil spills, control sediment, manage surface pollution, and contain hazardous materials. Whether you require a planned containment zone for a marine construction project or an emergency response, Boab Marine guarantees fast mobilisation, expert installation, and dependable performance.

Log Boom and Silt Curtain Applications

Our silt curtains and boom solutions are ideal for a range of applications, including:

Our Comprehensive Environmental Silt Curtain & Boom Services

Boom Supply

We offer a complete range of oil & debris containment booms and turbidity curtains. Just tell us your requirements, and we’ll provide what you need to protect waterways from Brisbane to Hobart.

Deployment & Retrieval

Count on our fleets of commercial vessels and professional and efficient boom deployment and retrieval services to keep your marine construction or environmental monitoring project on schedule.

Anchor & Tensioning

With a trained team, we can ensure heavy-duty anchor and tensioning systems for secure and effective containment. That can help avoid suspended sediment or respond to oil spills promptly.

24/7 Emergency Response

Time is of the essence when it comes to oil or sediment run-off into water. We’re ready to respond to your emergencies around the clock to protect Australian waterways and local marine life.

Monitoring & Maintenance

Do you have ongoing marine activity in Melbourne, Adelaide or any other part of Australia? Count on us for onsite log boom monitoring & maintenance to ensure ongoing performance.

Waste Recovery Support

With reliable silt curtains and other water containment solutions, we can provide support for waste recovery. We’ll also coordinate with local spill response and sediment control contractors.

Boom Types We Supply

Boom Type Description Use Case
Oil Containment Boom
Lightweight to heavy-duty, hydrocarbon resistant
Spill control, fuel discharge zones
Designed to trap floating trash, vegetation, and timber
Designed to trap floating trash, vegetation, and timber
Rivers, marinas, stormwater outfalls
Custom Booms
Built to your site’s specific requirements
Specialised containment or exclusion areas

All our silt curtains and boom systems are manufactured to meet Australian standards, and we offer various sizes, buoyancy ratings, and materials to suit your needs. Feel free to discuss your requirements, and we’ll deliver the right solutions.

Experience the Boab Marine Advantage

Fleet Advantage: Our dedicated fleet includes workboats, modular barges, & fast-response vessels, ensuring we have the right equipment for any job.

Rapid Response: Our commercial vessels and team of seasoned skippers are strategically located bases across NT, QLD & NSW for swift deployment.

Compliance: Our floating silt curtain installation and containment boom solutions align with all local, state, and federal environmental guidelines.

Experienced Personnel: Our trained crews are experts in silt curtain and log boom deployment in all conditions, from calm to turbulent waters.

Custom Configurations: We provide water containment booms tailored to your project’s requirements, including length, freeboard, and draft.

Let Us Help You Protect the Marine Environment

We understand every project and its specific requirements are unique. We have the ability to customise vessels for each job, as well as provide highly-experienced skippers and other personnel for safe project management.