Waterborne Marine delivers specialized technical logistics and on-water vessel support across the Hawaiian Islands. We cater to the rigorous demands of research institutions, film / photo productions, and government agencies, providing a professional platform designed for technical efficiency and marine safety.
Of the Water
Waterborne means "of the water"—and that’s exactly who we are and how we operate, with precision, purpose, and deep respect for the marine environment.
Waterborne Marine delivers specialized technical logistics and on-water vessel support across the Hawaiian Islands. We exist to bridge the gap between land-based planning and the realities of working at sea, providing a capable, professional platform built for efficiency, adaptability, and safety.
Our team supports the complex needs of research institutions, film and photography productions, and government agencies—operations where timing, coordination, and technical execution matter. From remote ocean access to dynamic, multi-vessel workflows, we bring experience and foresight to every detail, ensuring your objectives are met seamlessly on the water.
Rooted in Hawaiʻi, we combine local knowledge with a high standard of marine professionalism. The result is reliable, safety-first support that allows our clients to focus on their objectives, while we handle the challenges of the ocean environment.
At Waterborne Marine, we are not just on the water, we are "of the water".
Services
Waterborne Marine Services is a Hawaiʻi‑based commercial marine services provider delivering professional workboat, vessel charter, towing, and on‑water operational support for research institutions, government agencies, defense prime contractors, and film and photo productions.
We specialize in mission‑critical marine operations requiring reliability, safety, and local operational expertise. Based on Hawaiʻi Island, we support projects throughout the Hawaiian Islands and Pacific region, with the ability to scale capacity as mission requirements dictate.
Workboat and Utility Vessel Charter
Waterborne Marine offers workboat and utility vessel charter services tailored to demanding marine operations across the Hawaiian Islands. Our vessels provide a stable, capable platform for transporting crew, equipment, and materials, supporting private enterprise and government projects with efficiency, flexibility, and a strong emphasis on safety.
On-Water Operational Support for Research, Testing, Field Operations, Search & Rescue & Special Events
Waterborne Marine provides comprehensive operational support for research, testing, field operations, search and rescue, and special events across the Hawaiian Islands. We integrate seamlessly with your team to deliver reliable vessel coordination, safety oversight, and on-water logistics—ensuring missions run efficiently, adapt to changing conditions, and are executed with precision from start to finish.
Film & Photo Production Vessel Support + Local Production Crew If Needed
We have 20 years of experience with Production logistics. If your team needs to shoot an on-water scene with multiple vessels for camera crews, directors & producers, talent, props, etc... at sunrise, we can make that happen.
We also have a vetted and trusted local production crew we can provide to fill any role on a production.
Marine Towing & Disabled Vessel Assistance, Inter-Island Vessel Relocation
Waterborne Marine provides dependable marine towing and disabled vessel assistance on the Kona Coast, along with efficient inter-island vessel relocation. Whether responding to unexpected mechanical issues or coordinating planned transfers, we deliver safe, timely support with the experience, captains and crews, and equipment required to move vessels safely to their destination.
