Launch and Recovery System

About Launch and Recovery System

DECK Marine Systems designs and manufactures Launch and Recovery Systems for the safe and reliable handling of ROVs, trenching systems and other subsea equipment in demanding offshore operations.

Built around each vessel, payload and operational profile, every LARS solution can include an A-frame, docking head, umbilical winch and control system, configured to match the required deck layout, lifting capacity and working environment. The systems are suitable for offshore supply vessels, subsea cable layers, research vessels, exploration vessels and drilling ships.

With experience in offshore lifting, handling equipment and vessel-specific integration, DECK focuses on safe deployment, dependable recovery and long-term operational reliability at sea.

Product Specifications

SWL
6–120 mTons
Main system
Hydraulic / Electric
Operational controls
Proportional directional control of winch, A-frame and docking head operations
Power supply
380 / 440 / 690 VAC 3-phase, 50–60 Hz
Standards
DNV Offshore Lifting Appliances, subsea crane requirements
Operational conditions
Sea state 4 or 6
Applications / Industries
Oil & Gas, Cable-Laying, Ocean Science, Offshore, Subsea

Product features

See What Makes This Product Special

Safe Launch and Recovery

Designed for demanding offshore operations, DECK LARS systems support controlled launch and recovery of subsea equipment, helping operators handle valuable payloads safely in challenging sea conditions.

Vessel-Specific Configuration

Every system is configured around the vessel, equipment and mission profile. This allows the final LARS layout to fit the available deck space, payload requirements and operational workflow.

Complete Handling System

A standard LARS configuration can include an A-frame, docking head, umbilical winch and control system, giving operators an integrated solution for deployment, recovery and subsea equipment handling.

Built for Offshore Use

DECK applies its experience in offshore lifting and handling equipment to create robust systems suitable for service vessels, cable layers, research ships, exploration vessels and drilling operations.

Reliable Equipment Control

Proportional directional control allows precise operation of the winch, A-frame and docking head, helping crews manage launch and recovery procedures with confidence and accuracy.

Engineered Around Safety

Safety is central to every LARS specification. The system is designed to secure the handled equipment, support reliable deployment and reduce operational risks during offshore handling tasks.

Product options

This Product Comes in Multiple Variations

  • A-frame configuration
  • Docking head design
  • Umbilical winch integration
  • Hydraulic or electric main system
  • Vessel-specific deck layout
  • Custom control system configuration
  • Different SWL requirements
  • Sea state 4 or sea state 6 configuration

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From the first enquiry to final delivery, we focus on quality, precision and professionalism, so you can feel confident in both the product and the people behind it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Intriques People Most About Launch and Recovery System

A Launch and Recovery System is used to safely deploy and recover subsea equipment such as ROVs, trenching systems and other underwater tools from a vessel.

A standard configuration can include an A-frame, docking head, umbilical winch and control system. The final setup is adapted to the vessel, equipment and operational requirements.

Yes. Every DECK Marine Systems LARS is configured according to the customer’s vessel, deck layout, payload and application, making it suitable for different offshore and subsea operations.

DECK Marine Systems LARS systems can be designed for offshore supply vessels, service vessels, subsea cable layers, research vessels, exploration vessels and drilling ships.

The systems are built around safe equipment handling, robust offshore engineering and reliable control of winch, A-frame and docking head operations, even in demanding sea conditions.