FET to supply submarine rescue vehicle to Indoneasian Navy

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has signed a contract to supply a submarine rescue vehicle (SRV) for use by the Indonesian Navy. 

The contract comprises an SRV, a launch and recovery system, and a decompression system.

The new LR600 model SRV, a piloted rescue submersible, will be capable of operating at depths of up to 605 meters, carrying 20 people, and will be fully integrated with a hyperbaric rescue facility.

The SRV will also use the latest technologies to locate a distressed submarine and quickly transfer personnel. The sensors and sonar are fully embedded into the FET systems to deliver advanced functionality, including automatic depth, heading, and piloting capabilities, according to the company.

Sea trials are planned for 2028.

The SRV will be built at FET’s Kirkbymoorside, Yorkshire, England, facility, and the LARS will be manufactured at FET’s Bryan, Texas, facility.

“With 50 years of experience, FET has pioneered the development of manned and unmanned submersibles, and has supplied defense equipment and services to various countries across Europe and Asia,” Neal Lux, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated.

“Building on our successful track record, we are excited to work on this important project.”