Reducing Response Time. Enhancing Submarine Rescue Readiness.
How prepared are you to host a global flyaway Submarine Rescue System?
When every second counts, identifying a suitable Vessel of Opportunity (VOO) is critical. JFD’s VOO Assurance Service helps navies around the world proactively assess, track and qualify vessels to ensure rapid mobilisation in the event of a submarine emergency.
A Proactive Solution to Minimise TTFR
Achieving an effective Time To First Rescue (TTFR) requires early preparation and vessel compatibility. Suitable VOOs; such as Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs) or Anchor Handling Tugs (AHTS); may be difficult to source when an emergency arises. JFD’s service helps mitigate this risk through ongoing vessel monitoring, engagement, and technical validation.
What the VOO Assurance Service Provides:
VOO Tracking & Initial Suitability Assessment
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Continuous tracking of thousands of commercial offshore vessels
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Custom JFD database with vessel specifications: deck area, cranes, DP systems, owner contacts
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Regular suitability reports tailored to national submarine rescue requirements
VOO/MOSHIP Compatibility Investigation & Engagement
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Proactive communication with vessel owners
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Initial data gathering to assess compatibility with Submarine Rescue Systems
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Supports Bronze Category Status qualification
Vessel Surveys & R2S Digital Twin Capture
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Full vessel survey by JFD Naval Architects
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Delivered using Return to Scene (R2S) asset information system
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Captures a digital twin of the vessel for future validation and modification tracking
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Supports Silver Category Status readiness
Embarkation Engineering Data Pack (EEDP)
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Complete engineering data pack for embarkation
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Approved by Rescue System Authorities and vessel classification societies
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Enables successful system mobilisation on the chosen VOO
Further Information
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Continuously maintained and updated by JFD experts
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Tailored to realistic submarine rescue mobilisation requirements
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Accommodates a wide range of known Submarine Rescue Systems
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Not reliant on crowdsourced data or broad high-level specifications
- Faster and more confident mobilisation during emergencies
- Clear insights into vessel readiness and compatibility
- Reduced operational risk through advance planning and engagement
- Long-term readiness with revisit and digital twin updates
- Trusted by navies worldwide
JFD’s VOO Assurance Service ensures you're not searching for vessels when it matters most — you’re ready.
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