Safety as a top priority
Specializing in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of life rafts and life jackets, Survival Equipment Services is at hand to ensure that your safety is its highest priority
Based in the UK, Survival Equipment Services (SES) provides high-performance survival equipment to the aviation, maritime, offshore, and defense sectors. Our strength lies not only in the cutting-edge products we supply but in the complete support service we deliver including manufacturing, inspection, maintenance, and certified repairs.
As a Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)- approved and independently operated facility, we work closely with leading equipment manufacturers and uphold the highest safety and compliance standards. Our mission is simple: To ensure your equipment performs when it matters most because our product range is led by the Challenger and SES Elite Life Jackets, and the ultracompact SOLO‑Raft. Each is engineered for specific operational demands but shares a common goal: life-saving performance in the harshest conditions.
Your safety is our priority
CHALLENGER LIFE JACKET
Rugged and dependable, the Challenger is designed for demanding offshore, marine, and commercial environments. It offers:
• High buoyancy and fast turnover to faceup position
• Manual or automatic inflation options
• High-visibility detailing and adjustable fit
• Full servicing and compliance support.
SOLO‑RAFT
Designed for individual missions and aviation survival kits, the SOLO-Raft is a compact, lightweight solution that deploys in seconds. Key features include:
• High levels of protection during extreme weather conditions
• Integrated survival tools
• Extreme temperature performance (-30°C to +70°C)
• Seamless integration with life jackets.
SES ELITE LIFE JACKET
Engineered for speed and mobility, the SES Elite features a slim, ergonomic profile without compromising on safety. Ideal for rescue crews, aircrew, and tactical personnel, it delivers:
• Rapid inflation
• Low-profile comfort
• Ease of maintenance
• Professional-grade durability.
SES is an original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-approved service and overhaul center specializing in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of life rafts and life jackets for both aviation and maritime applications. Our highly trained, certified technicians service everything from compact single-person rafts to large multi-crew systems, ensuring full compliance with OEM, CAA, and international safety standards.
As an authorized service center and distributor for Switlik, Survitec, and RFD Beaufort, SES provides expert support throughout the lifecycle of critical survival equipment.
In addition to our core services, SES offers comprehensive maintenance solutions for a wide range of survival and aircrew equipment, including parachutes, helmets, and personal survival packs.
With an ISO 9001-certified quality system, SES delivers industry-leading expertise to clients worldwide, ensuring their equipment is always ready when it matters most.
November 2025
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