Marine
Advanced Fire Protection for Vessels, Crews, and Critical Marine Operations
Vessels operate in one of the most challenging fire-protection environments in the world. Engine rooms, machinery spaces, galleys, and cargo areas combine constant heat, fuel sources, and electrical systems, all within confined compartments where a single ignition can escalate rapidly. At sea, help is far away, and operators must rely on fire protection systems that act immediately, suppress effectively, and protect life, equipment, and the environment.
For more than 100 years, Kidde Fire Systems, a KiddeFenwal brand, has been a global leader in marine fire suppression. We pioneered the use of CO₂ systems for maritime applications and continue to deliver trusted, regulation-ready solutions for commercial, military, offshore, and private marine vessels. Our systems are approved by marine authorities around the world and engineered to perform reliably in the harshest marine conditions.
Built for High-Risk Marine Environments
Marine vessels require fire protection that can withstand motion, vibration, extreme temperatures, salt air, and high operational demand. KiddeFenwal solutions provide early detection, fast suppression, and system integration designed specifically for shipboard safety.
- Fast, Reliable Suppression
High-pressure CO₂ systems deliver proven flame knockdown in enclosed machinery spaces, engine rooms, and cargo areas, ideal for unoccupied or high-hazard environments. - Clean-Agent Alternatives
Where personnel or sensitive equipment are present, clean agents (NATURA™ Inert Gases and HFC-227ea and Fluoro-K™ Chemical Agents) provide effective suppression without residue or water damage. - Marine-Grade Durability
Components designed to perform under vibration, humidity, thermal variation, and corrosive atmospheres. - Regulatory Compliance
Systems tested and approved by leading global marine agencies to support vessel classification and safety compliance.
Applications
KiddeFenwal solutions protect the full range of hazard areas and vessel types operating across commercial, industrial, defense, and private marine sectors.
- Protected Areas
- Engine Rooms
- Machinery Spaces
- Thruster Rooms
- Lube Oil Rooms
- Switchgear Spaces
- Galleys
- Cargo Spaces
- Paint Lockers
- Control Rooms
- Vessel Types
- Cargo Ships
- Ferries
- Fishing Vessels
- Offshore Support Vessels
- Offshore Rigs and Platforms
- Workboats
- Yachts
- Military Vessels
Our engineering teams collaborate with shipbuilders, naval architects, offshore operators, and maintenance professionals to design systems that meet stringent marine codes and vessel-specific requirements.
Featured Solutions (KiddeFenwal)
High-Pressure CO₂ Systems
The industry-standard solution for enclosed machinery spaces, engine rooms, and cargo areas, providing rapid suppression and decades of proven maritime performance.
Clean Agent Fire Suppression (HFC-227ea, Fluoro-K™, NATURA™)
Non-conductive, residue-free suppression ideal for control rooms, switchgear spaces, galleys, and occupied or sensitive areas.
Featured Solutions (Fenwal Controls)
DETECT-A-FIRE® Heat Detectors
Rugged temperature-sensitive detection for machinery spaces, enclosures, and heat-producing compartments.
Gas Ignition Controls
Reliable ignition management for shipboard boilers, heaters, propulsion support systems, and auxiliary combustion equipment.
THERMOSWITCH® Mechanical Temperature Controls
Safety shutoff and limit protection for marine heating, ventilation, and equipment systems.
Why Choose KiddeFenwal for Marine Protection
KiddeFenwal brings unmatched history, performance, and trust to marine fire protection, ensuring that crews, vessels, and critical operations remain safe at sea.
- Proven Heritage
Inventors of the first CO₂ suppression systems for marine vessels, with more than ten decades of field-tested performance. - Global Marine Approvals
Systems certified by leading international maritime authorities for commercial / workboat applications. Specific systems designed for military applications. - Engineered for Harsh Conditions
Built for vibration, movement, corrosive environments, and fluctuating temperatures. - Fast, Targeted Suppression
CO₂ and clean-agent systems activate within seconds to minimize damage and prevent fire spread. - Trusted Worldwide
Installed across fleets, offshore platforms, commercial vessels, naval ships, and luxury yachts.
Protecting Vessels, Crews, and Operations at Sea
When fire threatens a vessel, seconds matter. KiddeFenwal delivers advanced, marine-tested fire suppression technologies that protect life, preserve mission-critical operations, and help operators navigate safely—wherever the voyage leads.
