Survival Systems International (SSI) is a US-based global company that designs and manufactures escape capsules, lifeboats, and maritime life-safety systems, specifically for the marine, offshore, and oil & gas sectors.
The company is renowned for its specialized lifeboat capsules, launching and recovery davit systems, and release mechanisms designed to facilitate emergency evacuation during high-risk maritime operations.
In addition to manufacturing new equipment, the company provides periodic maintenance, inspection, load testing, and refurbishment services for lifeboats and lifesaving appliances—in compliance with SOLAS standards—at ports worldwide.
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Developed by Survival Systems International, the Single Fall Lifeboat Capsule is an innovative emergency evacuation system specifically designed for offshore oil platforms and FPSO units. Unlike conventional ship lifeboats—which are typically designed for mariners—this system is tailored to the needs of offshore industry personnel and operates on the principle of a single suspension point and a single steel cable. The capsule features the patented Triple5LX Hook System, which utilizes the craft's own weight to keep the hook locked under load, thereby completely eliminating the synchronization errors or risks of premature release associated with traditional dual-cable systems. Offering the helmsman a wide field of view and superior maneuverability, this technology enables both safer lowering and rapid waterborne recovery operations, even in challenging sea conditions. Having successfully performed in over 60 actual emergency evacuations worldwide, the system has proven its reliability in the field by safely saving the lives of more than 2,000 offshore workers.
Developed by Survival Systems International (SSI), Twinfall lifeboats are heavy-duty marine evacuation systems designed to ensure safe evacuation—particularly for offshore platforms, oil tankers, dry cargo vessels, and commercial fleets—under harsh sea conditions. Featuring a durable, hand-laminated fiberglass hull, these lifeboats are reinforced with 316L-grade stainless steel fittings to withstand the corrosive effects of seawater. A critical safety feature of the system is the patented Triple5LX hook release mechanism, which incorporates an off-load safety lock designed to prevent accidental drops and mishaps. Fully compliant with IMO and SOLAS LSA Code standards, Twinfall lifeboats utilize a twin-fall davit launching system to guarantee the safe and rapid evacuation of the crew during emergencies.
Survival Systems International (SSI) is a leading provider of SOLAS-approved liferafts, fleet leasing options, and global service support for the maritime and offshore sectors. The company offers a wide product range, spanning from davit-launched models designed for safe evacuation from large vessels to throw-overboard models that inflate automatically upon contact with the water. Its portfolio also includes specialized liferafts—such as open reversible and self-righting models—capable of functioning even if capsized in adverse sea conditions. To ensure this vital safety equipment remains mission-ready at all times, SSI provides 24/7 maintenance services covering periodic testing, routine inspections, and certification. Users can either purchase these systems outright or take advantage of flexible fleet leasing programs tailored to their operational needs.
Manufactured by Survival Systems International, the Triple 5LX is a specialized release and retrieval system developed for lifeboats. The system's most notable feature is its "lift-over-center" design, which maintains the load point directly above the pivot point; this ensures that the lifeboat's own weight keeps the hooks securely closed. Unlike conventional systems, this mechanical setup eliminates the need for a hydrostatic release unit, thereby minimizing operational risks and maintenance costs. To enhance safety, it incorporates an internal secondary safety mechanism—controlled directly from the coxswain's seat—that replaces manual safety pins. Coxswain control, facilitated by durable push-pull cables, allows for both the opening and resetting of the hooks from inside the lifeboat, ensuring ease of operation. Finally, the system completely eliminates the risk of accidental release by requiring deliberate, independent physical actions—including the use of a secondary lever—to execute an on-load release.
Fast Rescue Boats manufactured by Survival Systems International (SSI)—specifically the FRC-650 model—are high-end search and rescue vessels designed for safe operation in the most demanding and corrosive marine environments. Their rigid, reinforced fiberglass (FRP) hull structure, constructed using multi-layered E-glass woven fiber and polyurethane foam, ensures high strength, superior corrosion resistance, and long service life. These performance-oriented boats demonstrate exceptional maneuverability during challenging maritime operations, boasting a power output of 154 kW, a bollard pull of 7200 N, and a working load capacity of 3.5 tons. Furthermore, these systems fully comply with all international IMO and SOLAS standards and are backed by global support within the maritime industry, including periodic inspections, maintenance, and specialized crew training programs.