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Fibrelight Recovery Cradle – Lightweight Man Overboard Rescue System for Lifeboats and Vessels

The Fibrelight Recovery Cradle is an innovative, lightweight solution designed to enable swift and effective man overboard recovery from lifeboats, rescue craft, or vessels. Compact, buoyant, and fully SOLAS-approved, this cradle has become an essential component of modern marine safety kits—trusted by naval forces, commercial fleets, and offshore operators around the globe.

Constructed from high-strength fibreglass rods and durable webbing, the cradle is both strong and flexible. Despite its minimal weight, it can support loads exceeding 200 kg, ensuring it can handle the recovery of incapacitated casualties from the water. The structure forms a ladder when deployed vertically and transforms into a stretcher when used horizontally, making it adaptable to various rescue scenarios and vessel types.

Designed for ease of deployment, the Fibrelight Recovery Cradle can be operated by a single crew member and requires no maintenance or specialist tools. It is suitable for installation on rigid inflatable boats (RIBs), rescue tenders, lifeboats, and larger ships, and is especially valuable where space and weight constraints are critical. Its compact storage bag allows it to be kept near the rescue station or within a lifeboat without consuming vital room.

One of its key features is its ability to perform horizontal recovery—a crucial requirement when rescuing hypothermic or injured casualties to prevent circulatory shock. The cradle’s design allows for a smooth transition from water to deck, providing stable support during hoisting without further compromising the casualty’s condition.

Being fully SOLAS-compliant, the Fibrelight Recovery Cradle meets all international maritime safety standards and can be used in place of traditional Jason’s Cradle systems or man overboard nets. The high-visibility construction aids in locating and deploying the cradle quickly in emergencies, especially in low-light or high-sea conditions.

Its marine-grade components resist corrosion and UV damage, ensuring long service life in harsh sea environments. Whether used in training exercises or real-life rescues, the cradle’s reliability and simplicity have made it a preferred choice among maritime safety professionals worldwide.

Manufactured by Fibrelight and distributed by trusted suppliers like BCB International, this lightweight man overboard recovery system provides peace of mind and operational readiness in even the most demanding maritime settings.

If you’re looking to enhance your vessel’s man overboard response capability with a proven, deployable rescue cradle, the Fibrelight Recovery Cradle delivers durability, compliance, and dependable performance at sea.