Inspection, servicing and certification of fixed and portable fire-fighting equipment for ships in Khor Fakkan. Khor Fakkan, on the UAE's east coast outside the Strait of Hormuz, handles transhipment container traffic and ships waiting at anchorage. Our teams travel from Sharjah to attend alongside and at anchorage.
What’s included
- Fixed CO2, foam, dry powder, water mist and clean-agent systems
- Portable and wheeled fire extinguishers: servicing, recharging and hydrostatic testing
- SCBA, EEBD and fireman's outfits
- Fire detection and alarm system testing
- Fire hoses, nozzles and international shore connections
- Certificates for class, flag and port State control
Standards and approvals
We inspect to SOLAS chapter II-2, the FSS Code and IMO guidance such as MSC.1/Circ.1432 (maintenance and inspection of fire protection systems) and MSC.1/Circ.1318 (fixed CO2 systems). Al Safwan Marine is an IACS class-approved fire-fighting equipment service station.
Where we attend in Khor Fakkan
- Khor Fakkan Container Terminal
- Khor Fakkan anchorage
Why ship managers choose Al Safwan Marine
- IACS class-approved service station, ISO 9001 certified
- Certified technicians on call 24/7 at every UAE port and anchorage
- One team for LSA, FFE, load testing, hydraulics and calibration
- Certificates accepted by class, flag and port State control
See our full Fire Fighting Equipment service, or request a quote for your vessel.
Frequently asked questions
How often must fire-fighting equipment be serviced?
Most equipment needs an annual inspection by an approved service provider, with further checks at two-, five- and ten-year intervals depending on the system, as set out in MSC.1/Circ.1432 and the flag's requirements.
Can you service fixed CO2 systems onboard?
Yes. We carry out CO2 system inspections, cylinder content measurement, hose and valve testing and 10-yearly hydrostatic testing, onboard or in our workshop.
How quickly can you attend a vessel in Khor Fakkan?
We work 24/7. For most Khor Fakkan ports and anchorages we can mobilise the same or next day, depending on the scope, spares and port access permits. Call or WhatsApp +971 55 659 9860 for urgent jobs.
