19/2/2025
Efectis is proud to announce an expanded range of fire safety testing and engineering services specifically tailored to meet the stringent requirements of both civil and navy vessels.
With years of experience in fire testing and fire safety engineering, Efectis now offers a complete solution to ensure compliance with international maritime standards and regulations.
A comprehensive offer for civil ships
For civil ships, Efectis covers nearly all tests required by SOLAS Chapter II-2, the international convention for the safety of life at sea. This includes the full suite of tests described in the Fire Test Procedures (FTP) Code, encompassing reaction-to-fire tests and fire resistance assessments. In addition, Efectis provides full-scale qualifications related to the Fire Safety Systems (FSS) Code, including critical standards such as IMO A.800 and IMO MSC/Circ. 1135. This includes notably the capability to evaluate performance of fluorinate-free firefighting foams as substitution of PFOS/PFAS.
Moreover, Efectis is equipped to conduct fire tests for plastic and composite pipes in compliance with IMO A.753(18), ensuring that even specialized materials meet the highest safety standards.
Efectis also offers a complete range of fire safety engineering services, in line with IMO MSC/Circ. 1002, providing shipbuilders, shipowners, and maritime operators with comprehensive support in designing and optimizing the fire safety performance of their vessels.
Specialized testing for Navy ships
For navy ships, Efectis offers a full range of testing services aligned with the NATO STANAG 4602 standard, which defines fire safety requirements for naval vessels. This includes:
- Ignitability tests as specified in AFAP1 and AFAP4, to assess the flammability of materials used onboard;
- Smoke opacity tests according to AFAP2, measuring smoke production and visibility in case of fire.
- Toxicity tests according to AFAP3, measuring the toxicity levels of combustion gases;
- Cone calorimeter tests as outlined in AFAP5, evaluating the heat release rate and other critical fire performance characteristics;
This complete package ensures that materials and systems used in navy vessels meet the rigorous safety requirements to protect personnel and assets in high-risk environments.
Additional expertise: Explosion safety, battery testing, and alternative fuels
Beyond classical fire safety, Efectis provides specialized expertise in explosion testing and engineering, particularly for ship systems involving pressurized gases and fuels. Our services include the assessment of explosion risks in accordance with international maritime regulations, including provisions found in the IMDG Code and other specialized IMO guidelines.
As the maritime industry shifts towards new energy solutions, Efectis also offers large battery fire safety assessments, particularly for lithium-ion battery storage and propulsion systems, ensuring compliance with emerging safety standards. Additionally, our expertise in hydrogen and alternative fuel safety supports shipowners and designers in mitigating risks associated with new fuel technologies, including LNG, ammonia, and hydrogen-based propulsion, as required in various IMO documents.
Partner with Efectis for peace of mind in fire safety
By choosing Efectis, shipbuilders, operators, and maritime stakeholders benefit from a partner with deep expertise in fire testing, fire engineering, and safety compliance. Our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement ensures that we deliver reliable results, helping you meet the highest fire safety standards in the maritime industry. This includes also other codes such CESNI ES-TRIN.
Contact Eric Guillaume today to learn more about our fire safety solutions for navy and civil ships.