Episode 115: Salvage, Safety, and the Future of Emergency Response with Joseph Farrell III, CEO, Resolve Marine
The Last Dinosaur - Maritime Shipping In The Digital Age
Release Date: 08/12/2025
Episode 115: Salvage, Safety, and the Future of Emergency Response with Joseph Farrell III, CEO, Resolve Marine
The Last Dinosaur - Maritime Shipping In The Digital Age
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info_outlineEpisode 115: Salvage, Safety, and the Future of Emergency Response
Guest: Joseph Farrell III, CEO, Resolve Marine
Episode Overview:
In this episode, Chris speaks with Joseph Farrell III, CEO of Resolve Marine, about the evolving world of maritime salvage and emergency response. From the Deepwater Horizon to the recent Dali bridge response in Baltimore, Joe shares stories that show how Resolve navigates complexity, risk, and regulatory evolution. He also discusses the growing impact of digital tools, AI, and alternative fuels like ammonia and hydrogen on safety preparedness and training.
Key Points:
· The Evolution of Salvage: Joe reflects on Resolve’s 40-year journey from a small Caribbean operation to a global leader in emergency marine response.
· Defining Moments: Milestones like the Exxon Valdez legislation and Deepwater Horizon shaped not only Resolve’s growth but also the regulatory landscape of salvage and oil spill response.
· Rise of Alternative Fuels and Risks: The push for ammonia, LNG, hydrogen, and even nuclear fuels is forcing salvors to rethink emergency preparedness—despite little incentive or regulatory support.
· Using AI and Data Smartly: Joe details how Resolve uses point cloud data, AIS tracking, and LLMs to improve decision-making, while emphasizing the limits of data in high-variability scenarios like salvage ops.
· Dali Bridge Response & Social Media Pressure: Joe talks about managing public perception, drone surveillance, and misinformed critiques during the high-profile Dali bridge incident.
· Crew Training and Talent Shortages: With U.S. mariner pipelines shrinking, Resolve is investing in long-term training to build the next generation of salvage experts from the ground up.
· Leadership, Growth, and Communication: Joe shares his philosophy on sustainable growth and clarity in leadership.
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