Lifeboat
critical
5 models total
5 manufacturers · 5 models
Hatecke (Germany)
1
Open / Partially Enclosed Lifeboat
10-50 Persons
· Crew Evacuation
Type
Open / Partially Enclosed Lifeboat
Size Range
- H-O-10
- H-O-20
- H-PE-30
- H-PE-50
Drive Type
Diesel Engine / Oars
Construction
GRP or aluminum hull, open or partially enclosed
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Hull damage from impact/davit handling
- Engine start failure
- Drain plug missing/leaking
- Rudder/tiller mechanism corrosion
Service: Standard lifeboat maintenance. Open boats: more weather protection issues. Engine test weekly.
Spare Parts: Hatecke (Drochtersen, Germany). Lead time: 3-6 weeks.
Jiangsu Jiaoyan Marine (China)
1
Freefall / TELB Lifeboat
20-80 Persons
· Crew Evacuation
Type
Freefall / Totally Enclosed Lifeboat (SOLAS)
Size Range
- JY-FF25
- JY-FF50
- JY-TELB50
- JY-TELB80
Drive Type
Diesel Engine
Construction
GRP hull, SOLAS-approved
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- GRP hull quality inconsistency on early production
- Release hook mechanism quality varies
- Diesel engine reliability issues
- Interior fitting degradation
Service: Standard SOLAS lifeboat maintenance. More frequent inspection recommended than European OEMs.
Spare Parts: Jiangsu Jiaoyan (Taizhou, China). Lead time: 2-4 weeks China. CCS/DNV/BV-approved for some models.
Norsafe / Palfinger Marine (Norway)
1
Totally Enclosed Lifeboat (TELB)
20-150 Persons
· Crew Evacuation
Type
Totally Enclosed Lifeboat (SOLAS, Davit-Launched)
Size Range
- TELB 20
- TELB 50
- TELB 80
- TELB 100
- TELB 150
Drive Type
Diesel Engine
Construction
GRP hull, totally enclosed, self-righting capable, diesel engine
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Release hook mechanism failure — CRITICAL safety issue (multiple casualties worldwide)
- Diesel engine start failure from lack of maintenance
- Hatch seal deterioration from UV/age
- Steering cable corrosion/seizure
- Bilge pump failure
Service: Engine test weekly. Release hook servicing annually per SOLAS MSC.402(96). Hatch seal inspection quarterly. Steering system test monthly. Lifeboat drill monthly with crew.
Spare Parts: Norsafe/Palfinger Marine. Lead time: 2-6 weeks. Release hook service by authorized personnel ONLY.
Palfinger Marine / Harding (Austria/Norway)
1
Freefall Lifeboat
20-80 Persons
· Crew Evacuation
Type
Freefall Lifeboat (SOLAS)
Size Range
- FF20
- FF35
- FF50
- FF65
- FF80
Drive Type
Diesel Engine (Lifeboat Motor)
Construction
GRP hull, self-righting, diesel engine, air supply system
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Diesel engine failure from lack of regular testing (start failure when needed)
- Release hook mechanism corrosion/seizure
- GRP hull osmotic blistering from prolonged water contact
- Air supply system valve failure
- Seat belt/harness deterioration from UV/age
Service: Engine test run weekly (5 min minimum). Release hook servicing annually by authorized service provider (SOLAS MSC.1/Circ.1206/Rev.1). GRP hull inspection at drydock. Air supply test quarterly. 5-yearly thorough examination and operational test. Lifeboat launching drill with crew monthly (not actual freefall).
Spare Parts: Palfinger Marine (ehem. Harding, Bergen). Lead time: 2-6 weeks. Engine parts: 2-4 weeks. Release hooks: servicing by authorized personnel only.
Vanguard / Survival Systems International (Canada)
1
TEMPSC / Freefall Lifeboat
20-60 Persons
· Crew Evacuation
Type
Totally Enclosed Motor Propelled Survival Craft (TEMPSC)
Size Range
- TEMPSC 20
- TEMPSC 36
- TEMPSC 60
Drive Type
Diesel Engine
Construction
GRP hull, TEMPSC/Freefall, fire-protected
Common Failures & Inspection Points
- Release hook issues
- Engine maintenance neglect
- Hull osmosis
- Fire protection spray system failure
Service: Standard SOLAS/CAPP maintenance. Fire protection system test quarterly. Offshore regulatory requirements (CAPP, NMD).
Spare Parts: Survival Systems International (Dartmouth, NS, Canada). Lead time: 4-8 weeks.