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Expeditionary Medical Ship

Shallow-draft dedicated medical ship design for patient holding, stabilisation, evacuation and transport, with a flight deck for V-22 and H-53K aircraft.

Description

The Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS) is a design for a dedicated medical ship optimised for patient holding, stabilisation, evacuation and transport in support of Distributed Maritime Operations (DMO). Its shallow draft gives greater reach and direct access to austere ports.

Key features

  • Flight deck accommodating military aircraft including the V-22 and H-53K
  • Primary surgery, intensive and ward care, burn care and patient isolation
  • Medical laboratory services, blood bank, mental health and records management
  • Rapid stabilisation with follow-on evacuation of multiple casualties
  • Capacity for future growth

Applications

  • Medical support to Distributed Maritime Operations
  • Combat search and rescue, including recovery at sea

Specifications

DraftShallow
AviationV-22 and H-53K capable flight deck

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