Swift Rescue, Singapore

James Fisher Defence, in a joint venture with Singapore Technologies Marine, were selected to provide a complete submarine rescue capability to the Republic of Singapore until 2029.

JFD provides the complete submarine rescue spread, including DSAR 500 Rescue Vehicle, all handling systems, the on-board decompression facilities and all associated equipment. JFD were also responsible for upgrading the existing intervention equipment and integrating them with the new system.

In a ceremony in Summer 2009 the complete system, named Swift Rescue, formally entered service.

JFD personnel are also responsible for the on-going maintenance and operation of all of Swift Rescue's Submarine Rescue Assets.

Singapore News Item: Swift Rescue

DSAR-6 Sub Rescue Vehicle Features

• 500m depth rated
• Diverless Launch & Recovery
• Auto Depth
• Joystick Control
• Dewatering Capability
• Efficient LED Lighting
• Lithium Polymer Batteries

Principal Particulars

Length: 9.6m
Beam: 3.2m
Depth 2.7m
In air weight: <24 tonnes
Main Propulsion: 2 x 10kW Electric
Auxiliary Equipment: 4 x 3kW hydraulic

Rescue Capability:
Operating Depth: 500msw
Maximum speed: 3 knots
Operational endurance: > 10hrs
Emergency Life Support > 96hrs
Maximum Mating Angle: 60°
Rescue Payload: 1200kg
Number of Rescuees: 16 persons
Transfer Under Pressure: 5bar gauge
Air transportability: C17 or similar

Decompression Facility:
2 x 30 man decompression chambers
High-level of accessability
Tight Integration with Rescue Vehicle
Environmentally Controlled