What We Do

Reefing a ship, the process of recycling an existing vessel and then placing it in coastal waters, is an exacting process. Canada first developed standards for the cleaning and placement of such vessels 15 years ago in response to grassroots scuba divers in British Columbia. Those standards have since been adopted in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States.

There are relatively few options for governments seeking to dispose of surplus vessels and we are acutely aware of damage less responsible means of disposal can inflict on the environment. Our process is safe, cost-effective and beneficial to coastal communities and the marine environment.

Read about Canadian Artificial Reef Consulting's current and past artificial reef projects.