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BCB Thermal Protective Aid – Ships Wheel & Red Ensign Approved

The BCB Thermal Protective Aid is a vital piece of survival equipment specifically engineered for maritime emergencies. Approved under both Ships Wheel and Red Ensign standards, it meets the highest regulatory requirements for use aboard lifeboats and life rafts across commercial and military vessels. This thermal aid is a critical addition to any SOLAS-compliant survival kit, helping prevent the rapid onset of hypothermia in open sea or cold-weather conditions.

Constructed from aluminised polyethylene material, the thermal protective aid provides dual functionality: insulation and windproof protection. Its reflective surface conserves body heat while offering resistance against wind, spray, and cold temperatures. This helps preserve core body temperature during extended exposure to harsh marine environments. Lightweight and compact, it’s easy to stow in emergency packs, life rafts, or on-deck safety lockers without taking up excessive space.

In a survival situation, loss of body heat is one of the leading causes of fatality, especially when immersion or prolonged exposure occurs. The BCB Thermal Protective Aid wraps the individual entirely, forming a barrier against both radiant and convective heat loss. It is designed to enclose a clothed adult, allowing limited movement while maximizing thermal efficiency. The aid also helps reduce the shock associated with sudden temperature changes, giving rescuers a longer window of time to provide care.

This product is not a simple blanket—it is a purpose-built survival tool developed in line with the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) SOLAS guidelines. It has been tested to ensure it can withstand temperature ranges and conditions experienced in real-world maritime emergencies. With its Ships Wheel and Red Ensign approval, it is accepted for use by international fleets and complies with safety regulations required on commercial passenger ships, offshore installations, and cargo vessels.

Mariners, rescue services, and offshore workers trust the BCB brand for high-performance survival gear. The thermal protective aid reflects that legacy of innovation, delivering a practical and cost-effective solution to an all-too-common maritime risk. Its packaging is waterproof, tamper-evident, and clearly labelled for immediate use. Easy to open and deploy even in low-light conditions, it offers intuitive operation when time is critical.

Whether used as part of a full marine survival kit or issued individually to crew members and passengers, the BCB Thermal Protective Aid provides peace of mind and life-saving insulation in unpredictable waters. When exposure is inevitable, this compact thermal barrier could be the difference between survival and serious injury—or worse.