in case of

emergency
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ASSISTANCE
and evacuation
Norsafe is the global market leader in marine life saving systems

RESCUE | 4–7
for the merchant, military and offshore sectors. Its comprehensive
product range covers conventional and free-fall lifeboats, rescue
boats, daughter craft, professional boats and davits offering complete
reliability in case of emergency.

PROFF | 8–11
DAUGHTER | 12–13
WORKBOAT | 14–17
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FREE-FALL | 18–21
CONVENTIONAL | 22–25
DAVITS | 26–27
SERVICE | 28–35
4 Magnum 850 twin-jet

RELIABLE
and fast action
Norsafe has a wide range of rescue boats for ships and offshore-
installations. Combining superb seaworthiness and performance, our
boats are ideal for all types of assistance, evacuation and rescue.
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The boats are constructed in GRP and have a low freeboard to facilitate rescue operations. Norsafe
rescue boats are self-bailing, with ample deck space, a self-righting system and sturdy foam-filled fend-
ers. The boats are typically supplied with diesel inboard motors, with water jet and stern drive propulsion
units available. Norsafe can also supply single or multiple petrol outboard engines. Each boat can be
supplied with a specially developed davit, shock absorbing function as standard and possibilities for high
speed retrieval and motion compensation. This allows heavy weather operation from the mother ship.

Midget 500 Mako 655 Magnum 750

 RESCUE
and assistance
The design and construction of each model fulfills the need for reliable, low maintenance standby and operation.
All vessels are designed to provide excellent maneuverability and sea-keeping abilities in order to fulfill their
prime function: to provide an effective means of search and recovery for persons missing at sea.

Ready for operation specification for the equipment. Customers are welcome to attend FAT
The Norsafe fleet of rescue boats is designed and manufactured and sea trials at Norsafe’s factory which has easy ocean access.
according to SOLAS, Classification Society and National Authority
requirements. All equipment has been approved and Wheel Marked As an option, the boats can be fitted with a mechanical override
in accordance with the EC Marine Equipment Directive. The NORSOK engine control system. Even if all on board engine electronics are
R-002 regulations are required in Norwegian waters from 2015. heavily damaged or should fail completely, this system allows for the
Norsafe offers several rescue boat models and davit systems according engines to be manually and mechanically run. This ensures a safe
to the new standards, which are increasingly adopted worldwide. return for the crew to land or to the mothership.

In accordance with current IMO regulations, all Roll-on / Roll-off Rescue and other missions
vessels must have fast rescue boats – having a minimum length of The Norsafe rescue boat’s layout and performance allows them to
6m and top speed of at least 20 knots. perform efficient rescue operations and other roles including boarding,
work boat and survey duties.
Rescue and fast rescue boats
Typical propulsion is using diesel engine with water jet, but boats can Lifting arrangements
be delivered with outboard engines and some models with a shaft Typical lifting is by single point off-load arrangement, but multi-point
driven propeller. The diesel engines are equipped with fresh water en- lifting slings are available on request.
gine cooling. Typical engine power is from 140hp to 440hp. Waterjets
are suitable for both shallow waters as well as high speeds in adverse Design features:
conditions. When equipped with minor engine for 6 knots operation, • Aft deck watertight hatch giving access to batteries, automatic
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the boat is classified as rescue boat only. bilge pump, drive shaft and waterjet
• Equipment storages with hatches
Reliable in all situations • Manual and electric bilge pump
The boat’s deck area is self-bailing. Norsafe rescue boats are made • On load painter release hook
of fibreglass reinforced fire retardant-polyester (GRP). Both hull and • Towing and mooring attachments
inner liner are one piece mouldings, bonded together with the resulting • Secure grab handles throughout the boat
spaces filled with buoyant foam, making the boat unsinkable • Anti-slip deck surface
even when damaged. Norsafe is able to use advanced construction • Lifelines fitted on the gunwhale
methods and materials to provide the strongest and most durable hulls • Wet exhaust system
available in the industry. The hull is protected by a heavy duty fender • Dual engine shut off in case of capsize or driver emergency,
which is shock absorbant and will not take in water. The fender is low provided by dead man switch and mercury switch
maintenance, double skinned and ultimately easily replaceable. • Sprayhood to protect people on deck
• Norsafe can provide equipment items from well known suppliers,
Following fabrication, all Norsafe boats are fully Factory Acceptance including motor and propulsion alternatives, rescue equipment,
Tested (FAT) to ensure the boat performance and on board systems are navigation and communication equipment, lighting and custom
fully functioning according to standard test procedures and the agreed deck equipment.

Technical data Matrix 450 Midget 500 Midget 530 Merlin 615

Dimesions LxBxH (m) 4,50x1,96x1,86 5,02x2,07x1,86 5,32x2,07x1,82 6,25x2,45x2,40

Weight with equipment 460kg 570kg 1.110kg 1.150kg
Capacity Max. 6 persons Max. 6 persons Max. 6 persons Max. 15 persons
Standard Engine 15hp 25hp Inboard diesel 60hp
Standard Drive Outboard Outboard Waterjet Outboard
Speed (with 3 persons) Approx. Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots 6-20 knots 21 knots
Lifting arrangement 3-Point lifing slings Slings / Off-load Release hook Off-load Release hook Off-load Release hook
Davit load (max capacity) MSC272 1.000kg 1.100kg 1.650kg 2.720kg
Optional Engine(s) N/A Outboard 50hp Inboard diesel Inboard
Optional propulsion N/A N/A Shaft propeller N/A
Typical general specification. Data is subject to change without prior notice.
 Magnum 750 Midget 530

Midget 530 Mako 655 Mako 655

Magnum 750

Magnum 750 Maya 850

Mako 655 Magnum 750 Magnum 850 Maya 850

6,75x2,70x2,26 7,70x2,90x2,28 8,47x3,27x3,20 8,47x3,29x3,50

1.860kg 2.250kg 4.500kg 4.600kg
Max. 15 persons Max. 15 persons Max. 17 persons Max. 17 persons
Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel
Waterjet Waterjet Waterjet Waterjet
28-35 knots 28-40 knots 30-45 knots 30-45 knots
Off-load Release hook Off-load Release hook Off-load Release hook Off-load Release hook
3.100kg 3.700kg 5.900kg 6.100kg
Single 80hp / twin 2x60hp outboards N/A N/A N/A
N/A N/A Stern drives Stern drives
Coast Guard | Customs Service | Navy | Police | Border Patrol | Civil Defence | Special Forces
Harbor/Airport Security | Search and Rescue | EEZ Surveillance | Private Security
Fisheries Protection | Off-shore patrol | Law enforcement
Norwegian Coastguard | Norwegian Red Cross | Norwegian HV-07 | Swedish Navy | Danish Coastguard
Icelandic Coastguard | Esvagt | Danish DOF | Danish Maritime Safety Adm. | Belgian Coastguard
Mexican Navy | Indian Navy | Australian Customs and Border Protection | Dubai Police |
Abu Dhabi Police
Pilotes De'Lorient
China Com.Bureau

8 Magnum 750/850

MILITARY & PROFESSIONAL

mission specific
Operations in hostile areas demands the utmost in dependable, high speed and
covert performance. The design of Norsafe mission specific boats is based on
Norsafe’s unique deep-v hulls, offering outstanding seaworthiness and increased
strength for daily activities in the “No Failure Zone”.
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The boats have hull and seating arrangements designed to reduce shocks and
maximize seaworthiness. The hulls are vacuum moulded using advanced composites.
In addition to fire retardant fibreglass, carbon fibre and Kevlar® reinforcements are used in
a sandwich construction for certain projects. Bullet resistant materials are also available.

Munin S1200 Magnum 850 Munin 1200

 FAST ATTACK
and long time operations

Norsafe has a wide range of boats for military and professional use, and attention is paid to guarantee
the highest quality. Only the best craftsmanship, components and materials are used. The boats are
specially designed to operate away from the shore or mother ship for extended periods of time.

Combining superb seaworthiness, manoeuvrability and high speed, tion modules can be supplied. All boats are specially designed and
the boats are ideal for all types of assistance, patrols and other special constructed to allow for full availability, low maintenance, standby and
applications. The layout and performance of the boats allows for wide operation.
ranging functions, including operations in hostile areas.
Following fabrication, all Norsafe boats are fully Factory Acceptance
Undetectable and task flexible Tested (FAT) to ensure the boat performance and on board systems are
The boats have a low freeboard, a sprayhood specially designed for fully functioning according to standard test procedures and the agreed
boarding and an anti-slip deck surface. They are self-bailing, have am- specification for the equipment. Customers are welcome to attend FAT
ple deck space, a self-righting system and a sturdy foam-filled fender. and sea trials at Norsafe’s factory which has easy ocean access.
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Radar waves pass through fibreglass, giving the boats an inherent
stealth capability. This, combined with very little use of aluminium or Tailor made solutions
steel, helps reduce the overall radar signature. One of the advantages for Norsafe’s customers is the company’s design
flexibility, making it possible to build boats specifically intended to
For many users failure of the equipment is not – and cannot be – an meet client requirements. Since the very first deliveries of its profes-
option. The boats operating in the “no-failure-zone” can be equipped sional boats, all the craft built by Norsafe have been equipped for spe-
with a mechanical override control system for the engine electronics. cific tasks. Norsafe works closely with its customers to understand their
Even if all on board engine electronics are heavily damaged or should requirements and produce concepts suitable for the boats’ intended
fail completely, this system allows for the engines to be manually purpose.
and mechanically run. Further, Norsafe can provide boats with full
redundancy, where the motor, power train and all support functions Usually inboard diesel engines are fitted - these can be driven by
are fully isolated within the craft. This ensures a safe return for the waterjet, stern or surface drives. Petrol outboard motors can also
crew to land or to the mothership. be installed if preferred. Norsafe offers single, twin or triple engine
installations. This wide range of propulsion options gives a wide
Approved by authorities spectrum of operation - from shallow river or coastal operations
The boats are designed, built and equipped to comply with SOLAS to high speed offshore use.
regulations or similar national regulations. Other codes and certifica-

Technical data Mako 655 Magnum 750 Magnum 850 Maya 850

Dimesions LxBxH (m) 6,75x2,70x2,26 7,70x2,94x3,17 9,2x3,25x3,5 9,19x3,29x3,50

Weight with equipment 1.962kg 2.460kg 3.500kg 4.455kg
Capacity Max. 15 persons Max. 12 persons Max. 8 persons Max. 17 persons
Standard Engine Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel
Standard Drive Waterjet Waterjet Waterjet Waterjet
Speed (with 3 persons)
25-35 knots 28-35 knots 30-40 knots 30-40 knots
Approx.
Lifting arrangement Off-load Release hook Off-load Release hook Off-load Release hook Off-load Release hook
Davit load (max capacity)
3.200kg 3.700kg 6.200kg 5.858kg
SC272

Optional Engine(s) 160hp to 290hp inboard diesel N/A N/A N/A

Optional propulsion N/A N/A Stern drives / Outboard Stern drives

Typical general specification. Data is subject to change without prior notice.
 Munin 1200 Marathon 900 RIB

Mako 655 Magnum 850 Munin 1200

Magnum 850

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Magnum 750 Magnum 750

Marathon 900 RIB Munin 1000 Munin 1200 Munin S1200

9,3x2,85x2,90 10,60x3,51x3,75 11,95x3,51x3,75 12,07x3,5x3,8

1.800kg 5.700kg 7.500kg 5.800kg
Max. 12 persons Max. 24 persons Max. 24 persons Max. 12 persons
Outboard Inboard diesels Inboard diesels Inboard diesels
Outboard Waterjets Waterjets Surface drives

Approx. 55 knots 30-40 knots 30-40 knots Approx. 60 knots

3-point lift Off-load Release hook Off-load Release hook N/A

2.812kg 7.680kg 9.480kg 7.800kg

Outboard diesel N/A N/A N/A

Stern drives / Waterjet Stern drives Stern drives Stern drives / Outboard
 SAR
search and rescue
Norsafe has a wide range of daughter craft designed to operate away from the mother ship or offshore
installations for extended periods of time. The primary function is to search for and rescue people lost at sea.
Effective search and recovery requires a fast rescue craft with excellent reliability, manoeuvreability and sea-
keeping abilities. Combining these functions, Norsafe boats are suitable for all types of marine SAR missions.

The boat’s deck area is self-bailing. Norsafe rescue boats are made Support vessel
of fibreglass reinforced fire retardant -polyester (GRP). Both hull A Norsafe daughter craft is an ideal choice for offshore support, oil
and inner liner are one piece mouldings, bonded together with the boom positioning, windfarm duties, personnel and equipment transfer.
resulting spaces filled with buoyant foam – making the boat unsinkable
even when damaged. Norsafe is able to use advanced construction Daughter craft have the following additional features:
methods and materials to provide the strongest and most durable hulls • Aft deck watertight hatch giving access to batteries,
available in the industry. The hull is protected by a heavy duty fender automatic bilge pump, drive shaft and waterjet
which is shock absorbant and will not take-in water. The fender is low • Equipment storages with hatches inside cabin

maintenance, double skinned and ultimately easily replaceable. • Manual bilge pump
• Engine and waterjet redundancy
Following fabrication, all Norsafe boats are fully Factory Acceptance • On load painter release hook
Tested (FAT) to ensure the boat performance and on board systems are • Lifting frame with off load release hook
fully functioning according to standard test procedures and the agreed • Secure grab handles throughout the boat and travelling deck
specification for the equipment. Customers are welcome to attend FAT safety system for lifelines
and sea trials at Norsafe’s factory which has easy ocean access. • Anti-slip deck surface
• Lifelines fitted on the gunwhale
As an option, the boats can be fitted with a mechanical override engine • Wet exhaust system
control system. Even if all on board engine electronics are heavily • Dual engine shut off in case of capsize or driver emergency,
damaged or should fail completely, this system allows for the engines provided by dead man switch and mercury switch
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to be manually and mechanically run. This ensures a safe return for • Norsafe can provide equipment items from well known
the crew to land or to the mothership. suppliers, including motor and propulsion alternatives,
rescue equipment, navigation and communication equipment,
First class daughter craft lighting and custom deck equipment.
In addition to excellent manoeuvreability, speed and sea keeping abilities,
these boats have sufficient range for long time operation and crew Satisfied customers
facilities to allow for extended periods of time at sea. The large walk Customers who have chosen Munin vessels include Statoil, who
around cabin of the Maya 850, Munin 1000 and Munin 1200 boats equipped Statfjord A, Statfjord B and Statfjord C platforms and Gullfaks
provides a protected and comfortable environment for both crew and A, Gullfaks B and Gullfaks C and Kvitebjørn with Munin daughter crafts.
survivors.

Highly recommended
Norsafe daughter craft are designed and constructed to fulfil the need
for reliable, low maintenance standby and operation and tested in
accordance to SOLAS and UKOOA requirements. The craft are used
by major shipping companies, offshore operators, navies, police and
coast guard agencies.

Technical data Maya 850 Munin 1000 Munin 1200

Dimesions LxBxH (m) 8,47x3,29x3,50 10,60x3,51x3,75 11,95x3,51x3,75

Weight with equipment 4.455kg 5.700kg 7.500kg
Capacity Max. 17 persons Max. 24 persons Max. 24 persons
Standard Engine Inboard diesel Inboard diesels Inboard diesels
Standard Drive Waterjet Waterjets Waterjets
Speed (with 3 persons) Approx. 30-40 knots 30-40 knots 30-40 knots
Lifting arrangement Off-load Release hook Off-load Release hook Off-load Release hook
Davit load (max capacity) MSC272 5.858kg 7.680kg 9.480kg
Optional Engine(s) N/A N/A N/A
Optional propulsion Stern drives Stern drives Stern drives
Typical general specification. Data is subject to change without prior notice.
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Munin 1200 Munin 1200 Munin 1200

 WORKBOATS
multi-purpose platforms
Norsafe’s multi-purpose workboats are designed for a wide range of services from
seismic activities, oil spill recovery, fish farming and dive support, to inspection,
survey and towing duties.

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The boats are equipped with a spacious wheelhouse and a helmsman position with manoeuvrability
of 45 degrees to starboard for improved comfort and operational control. In addition, the helmsman
seat is designed with shock absorbing features to provide further comfort. All main controls are easily
reachable from the seating position and the seat has an ergonomic design.

Munin 980 Munin 980 Munin 980

 WORKBOATS
custom made solutions

Norsafe workboats are built according to DNV 2.21 Craft regulations and are intended to be both deployable
from a larger mother ship and capable of extended range operations.

Multi-purpose workboat platform Propulsion system

Norsafe workboats are equipped with high quality components and The workboat is equipped with twin inboard diesel engines and suit-
built according to the customer’s individual needs. The workboat is able water jets, with the following features:
designed and outfitted to fulfil demands for reliability, low maintenance
costs and long-time heavy use. Offering excellent reliability, manoeu- • Electrical starter with two sets of independent batteries
vrability and sea keeping abilities in heavy sea, the workboat fulfils its • Fresh water engine cooling with heat exchange to seawater cooling
primary function - performance as an effective work platform. • Water jets with dry run capabilities, allowing the boat to run in the
davit for a period of up to 5 minutes
Norsafe’s workboat models are designed to operate away from the • Fuel tanks are located under the deck in front of the engines. Fuel
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mother ship for extended periods, with sufficient range and long-time filters and shut-off/bypass valves are placed in the technical room
operation. A high gunwale around the boat provides a protected and under the wheelhouse for easy access and maintenance
comfortable working environment for crew and passengers. The layout • Water jet protection in GRP, extending the aft deck area and work-
of the boat enables it to perform roles as multi-purpose workboat, seis- ing as a slipway
mic workboat, oil spill recovery, fish farming, dive support, inspection, • Engines are equipped with an automatically shut off system in case
survey and towing duties. of fire which also shuts off engine ventilator fans and fuel valves
• Wet exhaust system with outlet at the transom which expels water
Hull and deck from the seawater engine cooling systems
The workboat is fabricated with multi axial fibre mats reinforced viny- • Engine room with fire alarm and an automatic / manual fire-extin-
lester and divinycell sandwich using the vacuum infusion production guishing system.
method. The deck is self-bailing through the wide gate which has a
slip at the stern. A heavy duty fender protects the hull by absorbing
impacts and provides additional buoyancy. The deck has an anti-slip
surface and grab handles are fitted where necessary.

Technical data Munin 980 WB Munin 1200 WB

Dimesions LxBxH (m) 10,2x3,6x4,2 12x3,6x4,2

Weight with equipment 6.500kg 7.500kg
Capacity Max. 10 persons Max. 10 persons
Standard Engine Twin inboard diesel Twin inboard diesel
Standard Drive Twin waterjet Twin waterjet
Bollard Pull 3 tonnes 3 tonnes
Speed (with 3 persons) Approx. 27 knots 27 knots
Lifting arrangement Single off-load hook Single off-load hook
Davit load (max capacity) MSC272 9.500kg 9.500kg
Optional propulsion Stern drives Stern drives
Typical general specification. Data is subject to change without prior notice.
 Munin 980 Munin 980

Munin 980 Joystick steering system Munin 980

Munin 980

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Munin 980 Munin 980

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SURVIVAL
by gravity escape
Norsafe free fall lifeboats are designed for skid launched free fall. The skid
launch ensures that water entry is from a safe distance from the installation and
enables maximum forward motion. The craft can be launched during all weather
conditions and is always ready for use. The benefits are clear – 100% prepared-
ness for a safe evacuation with the shortest possible time frame from muster of
survivors to full escape from the installation.

Norsafe GES lifeboats (Gravity Escape System) have optimised design. Lifeboats
and davits are designed and manufactured according to SOLAS, Classification
Society and National Authority requirements. All equipment has been approved
and Wheel Marked in accordance with the EC Marine Equipment Directive.

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 LIFESAVING
free fall escape
Large numbers of ships and offshore installations are equipped with Norsafe free-fall lifeboats.
Our models are certified for heights up to 51 metres. Space and weight efficient davits are
specially designed for each installation and suit all onboard layouts.

Fast boarding Free-fall lifeboat davit HD system

The craft has a large watertight embarkation door in the stern and a The Norsafe HD davit system is especially designed for safe and
centre aisle throughout the full length of the boat. This ensures that the efficient launching and retrieval of free fall lifeboats. The davit system
boarding time can be kept to a minimum. is designed for long time operation in harsh marine and offshore
environments. The davit system is designed to fulfil all requirements
Advanced design and construction as given in SOLAS.
The boats are double skinned, with foam buoyancy injected into the
space between the inner and outer elements. The boats also have The system provides the following functions:
dedicated buoyancy tanks. This means that the boats are unsinkable, • Free-fall launch of the fully loaded lifeboat
even if damaged or in a fully flooded condition. The craft has a positive • Free-fall launch of fully loaded lifeboat with 20° list and 10° trim,
stability up to 180º degrees and is self-righting both in intact and completely independent of any power supply
flooded condition. The steering rudder nozzle has been specially • Controlled launch of the fully loaded lifeboat (secondary launching)
designed to give maximum thrust from the propeller. The lifeboat • Recovery of the boat including crew of 3 persons (the system can
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system is robust and can easily withstand the powerful winds and also be designed for recovery of a fully laden boat.)
high waves associated with extreme weather conditions.
New regulations applicable from 2015: DNV-OS-E406
Advantages of free fall system for emergency escape: The DNV-OS-E406 regulations are required for Norwegian waters from
• Fast embarkation and seating 2015. Norsafe offers several free-fall lifeboat models and davit systems
• Maximum distance from installation to water entry point. according to the new standards, which are increasingly adopted
• Positive forward motion after water entry. worldwide.
• Good guidance during initial phase of drop, giving stability
during the free-fall phase.
• Well proven system designed for large heel/trim angles.
• System is robust against heavy wind and waves from any direction.
• High level of comfort
• Significantly reduced risk of equipment failure compared
to conventional lowering of lifeboats.

Technical data GES18 GES21 GES25 GES30 GES35

Dimesions LxBxH (m) 5,80x2,36x3,10 6,55x2,64x3,15 7,50x2,75x3,42 9,0x2,75x3,42 10,5x2,75x3,42

Weight with equipment 3.260kg 4.155kg 4.560kg 5.800kg 7.500kg
Max. Capacity 18 persons / 82.5kg 26 persons / 82.5kg 32 persons / 82.5kg 40 persons / 82.5kg 48 persons / 82.5kg

Max. Drop height 15m 20m 22m 25m 28m

Standard engine Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel
Speed Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots
Version Tank / Cargo Tank / Cargo Tank / Cargo Tank / Cargo Tank / Cargo
Standard release system Hydraulic Hydraulic Hydraulic Hydraulic Hydraulic
Optional release system Mechanical hook NA Mechanical hook NA Mechanical hook
Davit load (max capacity) MSC272 4.745kg 6.300kg 7.200kg 9.100kg 11.460kg
Typical general specification. Data is subject to change without prior notice.
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GES50 MKIII GES 30 GES 40

GES40 GES45 GES50 MKIII GES52

12x2,75x3,42 13,54x3,58x4,2 14,9x3,75x4,5 15,75x4,16x4,85

8.843kg 14.492kg 19.500kg 21.840kg
55 persons / 82.5kg 60 persons / 100kg 70 persons / 100kg 70 persons / 100kg
40m (SOLAS), DNV 47m (SOLAS), DNV 50m (SOLAS), DNV
30m
acc. host type/metocean data acc. host type/metocean data acc. host type/metocean data
Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel
Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots
Tank / Cargo Tank / Cargo Tank / Cargo Tank / Cargo
Hydraulic Hydraulic Hydraulic Hydraulic
NA NA NA NA
13.380kg 20.492kg 26.500kg 28.840kg
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SHELTERED
and totally enclosed
Norsafe’s totally enclosed lifeboats (TELBs) are conventional lifeboats used all over
the world – on ships and offshore installations. The largest TELB has a capacity of 136
persons and is one of the largest on the market. The smaller boats with a length less than
8,5m are suitable for dual function as both a lifeboat and rescue boat.
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 CONVENTIONAL
safe and protected
Norsafe TELBs are designed and manufactured according to SOLAS, Classification Society
and National Authority requirements. All equipment has been approved and Wheel Marked
in accordance with the EC Marine Equipment Directive.

Safe in a totally enclosed shell The over pressure inside the craft prevents the intake of toxic fumes or
The boats are double skinned, with foam buoyancy injected into the gas. Provisions have been made to recharge the air system from the
space between the inner and outer elements. The boats also have ship’s compressed air system.
dedicated buoyancy tanks. This means that the boats are unsinkable,
even if damaged and in a fully flooded condition. The craft has a Fire test
positive stability up to 180º and is self-righting, both when intact and in When Norsafe carried out a fire test in cooperation with the Norwegian
a flooded condition. The steering rudder nozzle has been specially technical laboratory, SINTEF, a lifeboat was placed inside an oil boom,
designed to give maximum thrust from the propeller. The lifeboat filled with 4,000 litres of kerosene in a 10 cm thick layer on the water.
system is robust and can easily withstand the powerful winds and high The kerosene was lit, so that the boat was completely enclosed in
waves associated with extreme weather conditions. flames for 11½ minutes. SINTEF measured temperatures up to
1,200°C within 10cm from the lifeboat hull. Inside the boat, the
The boat is equipped with on-load lifting hooks which are controlled temperature was measured at 27°C and the air quality inside was
from a release handle mounted at the steering position. Hooks will normal during the entire test. The boats can withstand these
release simultaneously when the craft is fully waterborne. All Norsafe temperatures because of the deluge system, covering the entire boat
conventional lifeboats can be delivered with Norsafe’s new TOR MK2 surface in seawater, in combination with fire retardant glassfibre
release system. reinforced polyester construction. Air bottles supply both the engine
and passengers with fresh air for a minimum of 10 minutes.
Fire protecting system
The fire protecting spray system pump takes sea water from the lowest
possible location under the boat. The spray system provides water over
the entire surface of the craft (1200 l/min). The compressed air system
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has a sufficient capacity to provide air for a minimum of 10 minutes.

Technical data JYN57 JYN65 JYN74 Mathilda 7,4 JYN75 JYN80

Dimesions LxBxH (m) 5,76x2,36x3,10 6,56x2,30x3,10 7,41x2,68x3,00 7,52x2,71x3,12 7,5x3,15x3,3 8,06x2,85x3,10

Weight with equipment 2.705kg 2.930kg 3.410kg 3.775kg 4.300kg 3.803kg
Capacity 26 persons 36 persons 52 persons 50 persons 68 persons 63 persons
Standard Engine Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel
Standard Drive Shaft propeller Shaft propeller Shaft propeller Shaft propeller Shaft propeller Shaft propeller
Speed (with 3 persons) Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots
On-Load release On-Load release On-Load release On-Load release
Lifting arrangement On-Load release hooks On-Load release hooks
hooks hooks hooks hooks
Davit load (max capacity) MSC272 4.850kg 5.900kg 7.700kg 7.900kg 9.910kg 9.000kg
Typical general specification. Data is subject to change without prior notice.

Stability test
 Miriam 8,5 TOR MK2 On-Load Release Hook

Miriam 8,5 Maggie 10,7 JYN 115

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JYN85 Miriam 8,5 Minima 88 JYN100 JYN115 Maxima 120

8,56x3,15x3,30 8,6x3,35x3,55 8,87x4,10x4,07 10,21x3,25x3,40 11,56x3,80x3,54 12,02x3,95x3,96

4.600kg 4.700kg 6.950kg 5.855kg 8.403kg 9.100kg
80 persons 73 persons 150 persons 106 persons 136 persons 150 persons
Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel Inboard diesel
Shaft propeller Shaft propeller Shaft propeller Shaft propeller Shaft propeller Shaft propeller
Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots Min. 6 knots

On-Load release hooks On-Load release hooks On-Load release hooks On-Load release hooks On-Load release hooks On-Load release hooks

11.200kg 10.723kg 18.200kg 14.600kg 19.623kg 22.600kg

 HD Davit R-002 Davit NDA Davit

PREPARED
for safe lowering
Norsafe davit systems are specially designed for the launch and recovery of Norsafe
lifeboats and rescue boats. These davits are intended for long term, reliable operations in
harsh marine and offshore environments and fulfil all requirements as given in SOLAS.

Norsafe supplies davit systems which are custom designed for davits as usual for ships. Norsafe also provides for compact and other
different installations. Norsafe also supplies cranes for launching unique installations where the davit dimensions are critical to
smaller rescue boats and liferafts. the ship design.

Norsafe HD davit Norsafe davits are intended for long term exposure to marine
Norsafe HD davit system is specially designed for the launch and offshore environments. The davits are designed to achieve
and retrieval of Norsafe GES free fall lifeboats. optimum performance in terms of safety and reliability. They are
designed to minimise noise and vibration emissions and to provide
The davit configuration can either be deck mounted when installed straightforward service access.
on a vessel, or a self-supporting cantilever solution as is required for
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offshore platforms. All equipment is designed and installed to provide Norsafe NDA davits
good maintenance access and minimal noise and vibrations. Norsafe A-frame luffing davits are designed for the launch and retrieval
of rescue boats, daughtercraft and professional boats. It is intended for
The system provides the following functions: long term, reliable operation in marine and offshore environments.
• Free-fall launch of the fully loaded lifeboat
• Free-fall launch of fully loaded lifeboat with 20° list and 10° The system provides:
trim, completely independent of any power supply • Hoisting of the rescue boat in maximum load condition
• Controlled launch of the fully loaded lifeboat (secondary launching) by electric/hydraulic motor.
• Recovery of the boat including crew of 3 persons. The system • Gravity lowering of the loaded rescue boat independent
can also be specified to allow recovery of a fully laden boat. of external power supply.
• Retrieval of the fully loaded rescue boat (power on board)
Norsafe conventional davits • Retrieval of the fully loaded rescue boat manually.
Norsafe has a wide range of davits for conventional lifeboats, both
for ships and offshore installations. They are specifically designed for The davit systems are designed and manufactured according to
safe and efficient launch and retrieval of partially and totally enclosed SOLAS, Classification Society and National Authority requirements.
lifeboats. The system provides an efficient lowering of the fully loaded All equipment has been approved and Wheel Marked in accordance
lifeboat, in both normal and dead ship conditions. Norsafe offers fixed with the EC Marine Equipment Directive.
cantilever davits typical for offshore platforms and pivoting

Davit Series Boat type Installation type SWL Winch

A Series Conventional A-frame Cantilever Up to 110kN / 11,2T Installed on davit frame

C Series Conventional Cantilever Up to 200kN / 20,3T Installed on davit frame
D Series Conventional Cantilever Up to 150kN / 15,3T Deck mounted
E Series Conventional Single pivot gravity type Up to 150kN / 15,3T Deck mounted
LH Series Conventional Low build hydraulic luffing davit Up to 200kN / 20,3T Deck mounted
LHD Series Conventional / Rescue boat Low build hydraulic luffing davit Up to 200kN / 20,3T Deck mounted
LHP Series Conventional Low build hydraulic luffing davit Up to 150kN / 15,3T Installed on davit frame
HD Series Free-fall Free-fall davit for GES free-fall lifeboats Up to 260kN / 26,5T Installed on davit frame
SW Series Free-fall Free-fall davit for GES free-fall lifeboats Up to 260kN / 26,5T Deck crane / Trolley winch
NDA Series Rescue boat A-frame luffing davit Up to 120kN / 12,2T Installed on davit frame
NDC Series Rescue boat Cantilever Up to 40kN / 4T Installed on davit frame
NDC-L Series Conventional Cantilever Up to 118kN / 12T Installed on davit frame
NDSC (R) Series Rescue boat / Liferaft Single arm crane Up to 34kN / 3,4T Installed on davit frame
NRB Series Rescue boat A-frame luffing davit Up to 40kN / 4T Installed on davit frame
NRC Series Rescue boat Single arm slewing davit Up to 34kN / 3,4T Installed on davit frame
R-002 Conventional / Rescueboat Cantilever / A-frame Cantilever Up to 200kN / 20,3T Installed on davit frame
Typical general specification. Data is subject to change without prior notice.
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 NORSAFE
– better by design
Norsafe’s Life saving appliances including conventional and free fall lifeboats, rescue boats, fast
rescue boats and daughter craft are recognised world wide as being amongst the most advanced
and reliable available. Our research and development centre in Færvik, Norway, is managed by
some of the most experienced survival system engineers in the world.

NORSAFE – lifeboat builder since 1903 The quality control is guaranteed by our experienced
Norsafe AS, earlier known as Jørgensen & Vik AS, engineers, production staff and rigourous quality
is one of the oldest boat builders in Norway and the control procedures.
world. The company has been manufacturing wooden
boats since its inception in 1903. One of the founders Testing and approvals
of Jørgensen & Vik, Mr Morten Smith-Petersen also As standard, all products are designed and manufac-
began the DNV (Det Norske Veritas) organisation in tured according to SOLAS, Classification Society and
1864. Since 1958 fibreglass has been used as the National Authority requirements. All equipment has
building material, firstly for open boats, and later for been approved and Wheel Marked in accordance
fully enclosed lifeboats as well as free-fall boats and with the EC Marine Equipment Directive.
rescue boats.
Installation Supervision
Under new management since 1986, Jørgensen & Norsafe service engineers have extensive experience
Vik AS relocated its operations in south Norway from with commissioning, and assure that the installa-
Grimstad to Arendal in 1990. Today the company has tion work is according to both customer and Norsafe
three large factories in that area. Due to global expan- ­specifications. There is great focus on helping the
sion a new company name was established in 1992, customer avoid costly delays.
“Norsafe AS”. Since being founded in 1903, Norsafe
has supplied more than 20,000 lifeboats to the global Commissioning
ship and offshore market. It is necessary that marine life-saving systems
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are verified to be working according to design
Product development requirements before beginning full time operation.
Norsafe’s range of survival products are famous as Norsafe engineers are onboard each and every instal-
some of the most advanced on the market today. lation to ensure that start up procedures are correctly
Our research and development centre in Færvik, completed, before supporting the client with supervi-
Norway strives to be at the forefront in developing sion of onboard testing in the presence of flag nation
efficient life saving equipment for use at sea. or class inspectors.

Production
Norsafe’s products are manufactured by skilled
­craftsmen, using the best materials and technology.

Norsafe AS, P.O. Box 115, N-4852 Færvik, Norway, Tel: +47 37 05 85 00, Email: [email protected]
Norsafe products are certified by the following Classification Societies and National Authorities, amongst others:

BG Verkehr Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK)

Det Norske Veritas (DNV GL) Transport Canada (TC)

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) The Ministry of Maritime Affairs & Fisheries of Korea (KG)

Bureau Veritas (BV) US Coast Guard (USCG)

Lloyd`s Register Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA)

Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RMRS) Norwegian Maritime Directorate (NMD)

China Classification Society (CCS) Korean Register (KR)

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 GLOBAL
– and local
Norsafe is the global market leader in marine life-saving systems for the merchant
and offshore markets. Norsafe has grown rapidly over the past 25 years – from a
small Norwegian company into a multinational group, with a worldwide presence.

Norsafe’s strategy is to design and develop high quality products Jiangyin Norsafe F.R.P. Co. Ltd.
in consulting with different groups including customers, equipment Jiangyin Norsafe is a manufacturer that specialises in design,
end ­users and regulatory authorities. Norsafe was the first European construction, on board installation and offshore commissioning of
lifeboat manufacturer to invest in full production facilities in China. various types of lifeboats, free-fall lifeboats, rescue boats, davits and
Norsafe a­ lso have a full production unit in Greece and an advanced associated equipment.
davit manufacturing site in the west of Norway. These production
opportunities allow Norsafe to lower overall costs for its customers, Jiangyin Norsafe is located in Yuecheng Town, Jiangyin City, Jiangsu
while still maintaining our stringent quality control. Province, China, and has been operating since June, 2000. Our
environmental controlled moulding shop and assembly workshop are
Norsafe policy has also been to strengthen the service network to located at the same purpose built location.
­support delivered equipment throughout its life span. Norsafe operates
its own service hubs in most key ports, and with a network of service Under Norsafe’s technical supervision and the competitive cost basis in
partners, have established a truly world-wide service network. China, Jiangyin Norsafe competes effectively in the market.

Norsafe is well prepared to meet future challenges, with a wide Jiangyin Norsafe has 200 skilled production workers and 35
range of products, updated “state of the art” production facilities and engineers. The company has production capacity of 600 lifeboats and
innovative technology. With a solid financial background and motivated 350 davits per year.
employees, we are all dedicated to our number one goal – marine
safety.

30 24/7 Service telephone: +47 37 05 63 33

WORLD WIDE NETWORK

Our network includes an extensive network
of service ­stations throughout the world.
At your service 24 hours 7 days a week
24/7 Service telephone: +47 37 05 63 33
Service Fax: +47 37062751 – [email protected]
After Sales Fax: +47 37058511 – [email protected]
Claim Fax: +47 37062751 – [email protected]

Norsafe AS Norsafe BV Norsafe - Fours Norsafe Japan Ltd. Jiangyin Norsafe F.R.P. Co.,
Tybakken 90 Ringdijk 518-520 PO Box 261365 11-5 Higashisakura-machi, Ltd. Guangzhou Office
N-4852 Faervik 2987 VZ Ridderkerk W-149, Al Jadaf, Dubai Fukuyama-city Room 1407, Lixiang Road
NORWAY THE NETHERLANDS UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Hiroshima 720-0065 10, Huangpu District,
Tel: +47 37 05 63 33 Tel: +31 180 453 898 Tel: +971 4 88 33 508 Japan Guangzhou City
Fax: +31 010 423 01 36 Fax: +971 4 88 33 516 JAPAN Guangdong Province
Norsafe Australia Pty Ltd. Tel: +81 8 4982 5300 CHINA
1 / 4 Monash Gate, Norsafe Comércio e Norsafe Hellas S.A. Fax: +81 8 4982 5301 Tel: +86 510 8698 6788
Jandakot 6164 Serviços Marítimos Ltda. 7th Klm Old National Road Fax: +86 510 8698 7371
WESTERN AUSTRALIA Rua Monsenhor Raeder Thebes - Beotia Jiangyin Norsafe F.R.P.
Tel: +61 8 9414 7477 Nº 25, GREECE Co., Ltd. Norsafe Korea Co., Ltd.
Fax: +61 8 9414 7488 CEP 24.110-814, Tel: +30 22620 22441 Beihuan Road 29, 2F, SMS Building, 110,
Barreto, Niteroi – RJ, Fax: +30 22620 29075 Yuecheng Town, Songjeong 5-gil,
Norsafe Årsnes AS BRAZIL Jiangyin City Yeoncho-myeon, Geoje-si,
Årsnes Industriområde Tel: +55 21 2717 9322 Jiangsu Province, 214404 Gyeongnam, Korea
N-5474 Rosendal Fax: +47 37 06 27 51 CHINA Zip: 53211
NORWAY Tel: +86 510 8698 6788 KOREA
Tel: +47 37 05 63 74 Fax: +86 510 8698 7371 Tel: +82 55 633 1903
Fax: +47 53 48 91 51 Fax: +82 55 632 1904
Jiangyin Norsafe’s modern facilities, high quality raw materials Norsafe Hellas SA
and developed management systems ensures customers long term Norsafe Hellas SA, (formerly Watercraft Hellas SA) was founded in 1974.
satisfaction with our products. Davit production, boat production and administrative offices operate in
the Thiva Industrial Area, 80 km north of Athens and Piraeus port. The
Jiangyin Norsafe seeks to provide the best possible equipment to our company was acquired during 2006 by Norsafe AS.
customers as a key part of the Norsafe Group’s unique global strength.
This facility provides Norsafe with a key location in the Mediterranean
Norsafe Årsnes AS area, with a fully owned factory and service hub. The company has
Norsafe Årsnes is the group’s dedicated centre for advanced experienced strong growth over all these years of operation and in 2009
manufacturing of complex launching equipment for the offshore the capacity has increased to 150 boats and 100 davits. Watercraft
market. Since 2007, Norsafe Årsnes has delivered some of the biggest employs 60 specialists in manufacturing lifesaving equipment. Norsafe
freefall davits in the world. Based in a 50.000m² former shipyard, Watercraft Hellas have a range of products including
Norsafe Årsnes is also establishing a R&D division for composite conventional and open ifeboats, free fall lifeboats, rescue and fast
materials and advanced offshore design. Further, the company provides rescue boats. The company can also supply specialised products such as
a service unit for the North Sea and Norway’s Atlantic coast area. patrol boats, pilot boats, landing craft and ship tenders. There is a wide
range of davits or release systems to suit all boats.

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MAIN OFFICE
NORSAFE OFFICE
NORSAFE PRODUCTION
NORSAFE SERVICE STATION
NORSAFE AUTHORISED SERVICE STATION
NORSAFE SALES AGENT

Lifeboat Service de Mexico Norsafe Marine & Offshore RIB Norsafe Serviços Norsafe Singapore Pte Ltd. Norsafe UK
SA DE CV Services LLC Tecnicos da Petroleo Ltda. 9 Pioneer Walk Unit 14
Calle 31 N° 1201 1301 Edwards Avenue Rua José Cardoso da Silva, 627752 Robert Leonard Centre
Col. Aeropuerto CP 24119 Suite B, Jefferson LA 70123 No. 300, Centro, SINGAPORE Howemoss Drive
Cd. Del Carmen, Camp. USA Zip code: 28.800-000, Tel: +65 6515 0030 Kirkhillindustrial Estate
MEXICO Tel: +1 504 733 0100 Rio Bonito, RJ - Brasil. Fax: +65 6872 0864 Dyce
Tel: +52 (938) 384 2017 Fax: +1 504 733 0155 BRAZIL Aberdeen, AB210GG
Tel: +52 (938) 111 1233 Tel: +55 21 2734 3322 UK
Fax: +47 37 06 27 51 Tel: +44 1224 502 580
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the day after tomorrow?

Norsafe’s equipment is selected for a large number of wide ranging vessels and
platforms every year. A vital part of the decision to select Norsafe equipment is the
world wide support available for the equipment through out its total life cycle.

Service and after sales Customer service

Norsafe has concentrated its efforts to provide an effective service Norsafe Customer Service Centre is at the main company headquarters
network which meets customer expectations. Norsafe currently has in Norway. It has a key role in supporting Norsafe’s world wide service
more than 50 authorised service stations worldwide. Norsafe’s team activity and operates as a major service hub. The Customer Service
operating from the main service hubs and the supporting network Centre provides:
of service stations provide spare parts, full repair facilities and undertake • Technical staff with years of practical experience and training, with
periodic maintenance (annual and 5 year inspection) required according performance guaranteed by the Norsafe quality system.
to SOLAS. • Scheduling and job allocation of service engineers from service
hubs and service partners stations to projects all over the world.
As part of Norsafe’s overall service provision to customers, Norsafe • World wide 24 hour service for delivery of spare parts
offers operation and maintenance training, on site or at our training • Training for Ship personnel both for daily operation & maintenance
facilities in Norway. • Management of long term maintenance agreements for vessels and
installations
Refurbishment of existing equipment is undertaken at our main service • Effective maintenance program for vessel operators, with all costs
hubs in Norway, Greece, China, Singapore, Mexico and USA. according to menu price system
• Full SOLAS compliant upgrading of lifeboats, rescue boats and
Our goal is to provide the operators of Norsafe equipment the training davits and other Norsafe products.
and maintenance necessary to maintain long term equipment safety.
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 FULL REFURBISHMENT
or just a regular service?
Norsafe are able to provide equipment, spare parts and site support
wherever they are required in the world.

Norsafe has a team of qualified service engineers available to travel same day to undertake
maintenance or repair of our equipment. These are from our main service hubs and service partners,
co-ordinated from the Customer Service Centre in Norway.

Norsafe provides a fully comprehensive spare parts and after sales service to support all crafts and
davits in operation on ships and offshore installations world wide. Safety critical components and parts
are maintained in stock at all key service locations to ensure minimum lead time when these parts are
required. Norsafe also has stock boats which can be used to substitute for onboard equipment
during the refurbishment process.

Norsafe has experienced specialists in repair, refurbishment and upgrading of any kind of lifeboat or
rescue boat. The equipment can be fully recertified before being returned to operation. Services can be
carried out at our manufacturing companies in Norway, China, Greece, Brazil and Mexico, as well as
at service stations in Singapore, South Korea, USA, Australia and Holland. Norsafe Group also has a
network of 40 additional service stations distributed in every part of the world. Our telephone service is
available 24/7/365.

Refurbishment and upgrading

The following typical repair and refurbishment services can be undertaken:
• Complete rebuilding of lifeboats and davits.
• Re-hooking; installation of latest Norsafe TOR MK2 hook.
• Engine/waterjet overhaul or replacement.
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• Fitting of improved starting system.
• Upgrade of electrical systems.
• Refurbishment of GRP structure including accident repair
• Fitting of new and improved sprinkler system.
• Fitting of steering nozzle to replace spade rudder for increased power
and manoeuvreability.
• Fitting of bow thrusters to increase manoeuvreability.
• Service or refurbishment of complete davit systems including winches.

Before After

Before After
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