Increased Freeboard:
Extends the freeboard of a submarine by 1 metre, ensuring safer surface abandonment by providing additional protection against high seas.

Two Configurations:
Available as an Internal Inflatable Freeboard Extender (temporary installation) or an External Inflatable Freeboard Extender (permanently installed) to suit different vessel requirements.

Rapid Deployment:
The internal version is quickly and easily fitted to the inside of the submarine’s escape tower during emergencies, while the external version provides a permanent, reusable solution.

Internal Inflatable Freeboard Extender:
Temporary Installation: Fitted inside the submarine escape tower during surface abandonment operations.

Unmatched Flexibility:
Requires no modifications to existing submarine structures, making it compatible with any vessel post-build.

Increased Escape Rate:
Enables an escape rate of 2-3 submariners per minute from each casing hatch, dramatically improving evacuation efficiency.

External Inflatable Freeboard Extender:

Permanent, Reusable Solution:
Fitted between the rescue seat and the escape tower hatch, this option provides a fully customisable solution during submarine construction.

Cost-Efficient:
Designed to be reused after an evacuation, offering excellent through-life value.

Enhanced On-Deck Safety:
Provides a vital on-deck haven, offering greater safety when the hatch is open and reducing risks to both vessel and crew.