Dacon

Dacon | Oceanist Engineering

Oceanist Engineering supplies Dacon maritime safety solutions focused on man-overboard (MOB) recovery. Dacon designs and manufactures MOB rescue equipment developed to minimise risk to the crew while maximising the chance of a successful recovery, with solutions suitable for a wide range of vessel types and operating profiles.

Products & Solution Areas

  • Man-Overboard Recovery Systems (deck-integrated recovery concepts for rapid MOB retrieval)
  • Rescue Scoop / Recovery Devices (equipment designed to lift a person from the sea with controlled handling)
  • Vessel-Ready Rescue Packages (project-dependent configurations aligned to deck layout and operational procedures)
  • Compliance-oriented rescue equipment (certified/approved options depending on project and class requirements)

Typical Applications

  • Commercial vessels and offshore units requiring reliable MOB recovery capability
  • Vessels operating in harsh-weather or high-risk environments where fast recovery is critical
  • Newbuild and retrofit safety upgrades aligned with onboard safety management practices
  • Fleets standardising rescue procedures across multiple vessel classes

What Oceanist Provides

  • Solution selection & specification support aligned with vessel type, crew procedures, and deck constraints
  • Technical coordination with shipyard/project stakeholders for interfaces and installation readiness
  • Execution support from procurement through installation and handover planning
  • Aftermarket support coordination (spares and service planning where applicable)