“Identifying trends and monitoring maritime safety related incidents should be an integral part of our industry experts in order to ensure safety at sea,” stated Mr. Iasonas Lalizas, Marketing & Communications Director of LALIZAS, lifesaving equipment manufacturer.
Indeed recently, there has been a noticeable increase in the occurrence of fires on ships transporting electric vehicles equipped with lithium batteries (EVs). The occurrence of lithium batteries catching fire unexpectedly during transport has highlighted the urgent necessity to prevent and minimise such incidents.
Therefore, authorities are increasing awareness about onboard fires and implementing new revised standards and regulations to actively prevent them.
The revised EN 469:2020 standard, adapted from the MED Directive, imposes significant changes to the design and performance requirements for firefighting suits.
This new standard becomes effective on August 25 this year, and from that point forward, all firefighting suits onboard EU-flagged vessels must adhere to the updated standard.
For over forty years, LALIZAS has been designing and producing a diverse range of life-saving equipment for the commercial shipping sector.
Moreover, LALIZAS has the necessary resources as well as the professional expertise to properly advise ship owners and management companies to ensure both the safety of the ship and its compliance with international regulations.
This is achieved through the Fire, Safety and Rescue (FSR) services that LALIZAS offers worldwide in all major ports.
Furthermore, as a part of LALIZAS’ continuous efforts to improve safety at sea, the company is consistently working on enhancing and broadening their range of Life Saving Appliances and Fire Fighting Equipment.
Additionally, the manufacturer’s expansive line of FFE products (fire extinguishers, fireman suits, etc.) are carefully engineered to meet and exceed all required regulations and standards pertaining to
maritime and national safety protocols.
Given the present circumstances, when there are increasing numbers of fires caused by EVs, the marine sector is in need of additional safety measures.
LALIZAS, always trying to be one step ahead of times, offers an ex- tensive range of firefighting gear, which includes the latest Fireman Suit called Antipiros.
The Antipiros Fireman Suit meets the new updated EN 469:2020 standard, achieving the rigorous standards of Level 2 performance requirements, while at the same time providing excellent fire protection and durability, as well as freedom of movement!
The Antipiros Fireman Suit has been certified as Level 2, in compliance with the new updated EN469:2020 standard, offering the maximum levels of protection against heat (contact heat - heat transfer), water penetration and water vapour required for roll-on roll-off (RORO) type vessels, the type that most often carries EVs, which run on lithium batteries, a suspected major factor in the recent increase of fires on ships.
Ever since the company’s establishment in 1982, LALIZAS has consistently placed maritime safety at the forefront of its operations. As a leading provider of all-encompassing safety solutions, the company excels in adjusting to changing risk environments and continuously demonstrates its commitment to the motto that Safety is not just a product, it is an ongoing process.
LALIZAS will be attending once again the upcoming Posidonia Exhibition, and present their newest products when it comes to safety at sea, including the new Antipiros Fireman Suit, at the LALIZAS Pavilion (no.3.414), drawing a strong presence and significant influence within the international maritime community.
Moreover, the company is actively contributing in this year’s Posidonia Exhibition, organising a Conference with industry experts offering their knowledge and expertise on issues regarding safety at sea. “We are happy to attend this year’s Posidonia Exhibition, to share our knowledge with the international maritime community, promote awareness on safety issues at sea and offer effective solutions,” concluded Mr. Iasonas Lalizas.
* Marketing & Communications Director