Description

Marine Evacuation System (MES) – Rapid, High-Capacity Emergency Escape by CMEC FJCN

The Marine Evacuation System (MES) by CMEC FJCN is a state-of-the-art solution designed for the fast, safe, and efficient evacuation of large numbers of passengers and crew from vessels during maritime emergencies. Ideal for cruise ships, ferries, offshore platforms, and military vessels, this system provides rapid deployment and reliable performance in critical situations.

The MES is built around an inflatable evacuation slide or chute, which connects the embarkation deck of the vessel to a series of self-righting inflatable life rafts. The entire system can be deployed in under 60 seconds by a single operator, making it one of the fastest evacuation options available on the water.

Manufactured with high-strength marine-grade fabrics, the inflatable slides and rafts are designed to perform in all sea conditions, including Beaufort scale 6 and wave heights up to 3 meters. The system is compactly stored in weatherproof containers on deck and requires minimal maintenance.

Key features include:

• Single or dual-lane inflatable slides or chutes

• Automatic inflation system (CO₂ or air cylinders)

• Linked life rafts with capacities from 50 to 150 persons each

• Integrated handrails and internal guide ropes for controlled descent

• Self-righting rafts with boarding ramps and canopies

• Thermal insulation, rainwater collectors, and emergency supplies included

The system’s intuitive design allows passengers of all ages and physical abilities to evacuate safely. Crew members are trained to initiate deployment and guide evacuees with minimal delay. Optional accessories include evacuation lighting, remote deployment triggers, and real-time evacuation monitoring systems.

CMEC FJCN’s MES complies with SOLAS regulations, LSA Code, MSC.81(70) testing protocols, and is certified by major classification bodies such as DNV, ABS, LR, and CCS. Each system undergoes extensive factory testing including inflation time, stability, material stress, and load capacity to guarantee operational readiness.

Deployment configurations are customizable to suit the vessel type—whether side-mounted for cruise ships, stern-mounted for ferries, or integrated into offshore modules. The rafts can be tethered or free-floating, depending on the intended evacuation method and sea state conditions.

The Marine Evacuation System represents a critical upgrade to traditional lifeboat-based evacuations. It allows simultaneous descent of multiple evacuees, improving evacuation speed and reducing bottlenecks during high-stress events. For modern vessels requiring large-capacity, fast-response evacuation, this system offers unmatched safety, simplicity, and scalability.