VIKING davit-launched liferafts can be used for evacuation on their own, or in combination with mass evacuation systems (MES)

Davit-launched liferafts are ideal supplements to slide and chute systems, providing safe evacuation for those unable to descend chutes or slides due to injury, disability or size.

They can be launched from almost any type of vessel, regardless of deck height or hull shape.

Standard davit-launched liferafts are available in sizes:
12, 16, 20, 25 and 35

Self-righting davit-launched liferafts are available in sizes:
25, 37 and 39

Features

Alternative or supplemental evacuation method directly from embarkation deck

Special container racks are available for vertical stacking

Compact installation

Complies with international regulations

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Davit-launched - Polar
VIKING's Polar liferaft is specially designed and tested to withstand the harsh conditions typical of polar regions and can function at temperatures as low as -49^oC or more. The float free function has also been tested at polar temperatures.

Fully functional at temperatures down to -49^oC

Efficient heater system ensures that the liferaft always inflates

IP68 certified for blast proof areas

Standard davit-launched polar liferafts are available in sizes:
16, 20, 25 and 35 persons

Self-righting davit-launched polar liferafts are available in sizes:
25 persons

Complies to MSC Circ.1056, guidelines for ships sailing in polar waters.
Approvals: SOLAS, EC MED B 5064 and RMRS

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Davit-launched liferaft

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