A SHIPOWNERS GUIDE TO POLAR SAFETY A pedigree of Polar safety VIKING has decades of experience when it comes to Polar safety. Working with special forces, navies, arctic research vessel owners, specialized arctic shipping companies, expedition cruise operators, harsh environment offshore operators and SAR services, we know what it takes to specify efficient safety solutions for We were first to develop special Polar liferafts operational down to -50° C, while our Polar immersion suits are tested down to -60° C. Both solutions are widely in use with operators navigating cold and icy waters today. Here, our equipment was put through extensive and realistic full-scale tests, building on our unique insight for understanding Polar risks and how best to mitigate them through equipment performance. Also, we have developed special winterized marine and offshore evacuation systems for safe mass evacuation in cold climates, while our exhaustive portfolio of life saving appliances serve as a guarantee that we can put together complete firefighting and safety packages, including personal and group survival kits as specified in the Code. SARex tested VIKING has actively contributed and participated in all editions of the SARex expedition arranged by the Norwegian Maritime Authority, revealing potential gaps between existing safety equipment and the demands of the Polar Code. With the 2018 acquisition of Norsafe, we now also lead the way in winterized lifeboat solutions for offshore and maritime applications. “Like the Poles themselves, Polar safety is uncharted territory to many operators. We are delighted to share our experience and best recommendations for risk assessment, mitigation and product selection. Also, we're happy to welcome anyone interested in Polar safety for dialogue and knowledge sharing” Benny Carlsen, SVP Global Sales, VIKING 3 PHOTO: SARex
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