Shannon Lifeboat Launch and Recovery System (SLARS)
SC Innovation is privileged to be working alongside the RNLI for more than 20 years.
The SC Innovation design engineers and manufacturing team work closely with the RNLI, to deliver responsive solutions to a life saving call.
The Shannon Launch and Recovery Systems was designed and manufactured by the SC Innovation team, to date, SC Innovation has manufactured 23 L&RS’s.
The premise for the Shannon L&RS success, has been enabling a fast launch time across 28 different beach terrains. The 18t Shannon Class an be deployed in all weather conditions, which makes it an incredible feat of engineering. Its unique capabilities, enables the Shannon Lifeboat to be pivoted 360 degrees to prepare for a bow launch and recovery, and the L&RS can be submerged in 9m of water, without impacting the mechanics or operational capability.
“SCI have supported us well over the years with the development and implementation of a highly specialist, amphibious launch and recovery vehicle. The team are well-equipped to tackle a broad range of engineering problems, and throughout their design process, clearly communicate possible solutions to meet our requirements. The quality of technical work produced is consistently delivered to a high standard focusing on safety and quality, which is exactly what we require for our operations.”