KCL NOA 55 Offload Hook

Reliable and Certified Offload Release Hook for Rescue and Fast Rescue Boats

The NOA 55 Offload Hook is a high-quality, SOLAS- and MED-approved release mechanism designed for rescue boats and fast rescue crafts (FRCs). Built in Norway by Kolberg Caspary Lautom AS (KCL), it delivers outstanding performance, safety, and reliability in demanding marine environments.

Hansa Safety Services supplies, installs, and maintains the NOA 55 hook, providing vessel operators with a trusted and certified solution for offload release systems.

Purpose and Design

The NOA 55 hook is designed for single-fall lifting operations, typically mounted on the center console of a rescue or fast rescue boat.
Its offload release mechanism ensures that the boat can only be released once it is waterborne or fully unloaded, preventing accidental release under tension.

The system provides a safe, controlled, and predictable operation, compliant with the latest SOLAS and IMO requirements.

Technical Specifications

For safety and reliability, the Masterlink Ø32 is integral to the design. Substituting non-approved components may compromise the locking or release function and is not permitted.

Advantages of the NOA 55 Offload Hook

• ✅ Enhanced Safety – Designed with generous tolerances and non-critical components for reliable operation.

• ✅ Low Maintenance – Simple inspection and cleaning ensure long service life and reduced downtime.

• ✅ Corrosion Resistance – Constructed from Duplex and Super Duplex stainless steel for durability in harsh marine conditions.

• ✅ Precision Engineering – Manufactured in Norway to the highest quality and safety standards.

• ✅ Full Compliance – Meets SOLAS and MED type-approval requirements for rescue and fast rescue boat hooks.

Replacement for Henriksen and K4 Hooks

The NOA 55 Offload Hook is a proven and effective replacement for Henriksen and K4 hook systems.
With compatible dimensions and superior materials, it provides:

• Improved reliability and safety

• Easier operation

• Lower maintenance requirements

• Long-term compliance with updated SOLAS standards

Hansa Safety Services offers complete retrofit and installation services, including inspection, load testing, and certification of new NOA hooks on existing vessels.

Applications

• Fast Rescue Craft (FRC)

• Rescue boats

• Lifeboats with offload release systems

• Offshore and standby vessels

• Oil & gas support craft

Why Choose Hansa Safety Services

Hansa Safety Services provides complete lifecycle support for the NOA 55 offload hook, including:

• Installation and commissioning

• Annual inspections and certification

• Spare parts and authorized service

• Replacement of outdated or damaged hooks

Our technicians are trained and certified to ensure compliance with SOLAS, IMO, and class society requirements.