An innovative inflatable fender solution for safe and secure deployment of a Pilot Boarding Ladder where the presence of a rubbing rail prevents firm application against the hullDesigned for SOLAS requirementsDeveloped in-house at Fendequip by our maxiStow Inflatable Fenders department, the Pilot Ladder Fender has been designed in accordance with SOLAS Chapter V Regulation 23, section 3.3.3 which states:“each step rests firmly against the ship’s side; where constructional features, such as rubbing bands, would prevent the implementation of this provision, special arrangements shall, to the satisfaction of the Administration, be made to ensure that persons are able to embark and disembark safely;”Extra-wide cushion to accommodate mandatory spreader bar on ladders which exceed 5 stepsEasy to deploy and storeQuick to deploy via integrated Leafield D7 Inflation valve.Velcro loops for quick and secure attachment to the Pilot LadderWhen not in use, simply deflate, roll and store for convenient access whenever needed.maxiStow quality & durabilityAs with the entire maxiStow Inflatable Fender range, each Pilot Ladder Fender is manufactured with a 5 year welded airtight seam guaranteeConfigurable with soft-loop attachment points located on the top/bottomEstablished since 2004All products are designed and manufactured in-house in the UKTrusted by captains and crew of some of the world's most prestigious superyachts100% UK origin: Zero Tariffs and Zero Duties to all customers in the EUTechnical Specifications / Features:Inflatable fender for pilot boarding laddersDesigned for use where rubbing rails prevent firm ladder applicationComplies with SOLAS Chapter V Regulation 23, section 3.3.3Extra-wide cushion for ladders with spreader bars (over 5 steps)Integrated Leafield D7 inflation valveVelcro loops for attachmentDeflatable and rollable for storage5 year welded airtight seam guaranteeConfigurable soft-loop attachment points (top/bottom)