Multi-mission safety vessel launched
A multi-mission, high-speed vessel has been launched with safety features throughout.
Ergonomics and safety in extreme conditions have been key factors in the design and development of the console and dashboard arrangement on the Norsafe Marathon 900 RHIB-D and all the main controls and switches are within direct reach of the pilot position.
The console has been designed with large flat surfaces making it easy to install additional mission-specific equipment. The navigational lights have also been positioned so that they do not create a reflection or light up the vessel during night-time operations.
Radar arch
Made from vacuum-infused, glass-reinforced Vinylester, the 9.57m long vessel has a radar arch produced with high-tech woven GRP mats to reduce vibration and damage to electronic sensors and equipment mounted on a large flexible mounting surface. With this structure, the vessel can also be delivered with self-righting capabilities.
The vessel’s rigid bulwarks and D-fender configuration has enabled the available deck space to be maximised and the deck layout, with cargo track configurations, is flexible.
With a maximum load of 1.350kg, the vessel has shock absorbing seats and saddle seats with laminated foam-core seating. There are also grab-rails, robust anti-skid surfaces in step zones and ample work lights when needed.
Large open scuppers on both sides of the stern make the cockpit effectively self-draining.
The vessel has completed tests in rough weather conditions in Norway.
By Rebecca Jeffrey
