Fold-Under Type Passerelle

The fold-under passerelle provides a unique solution for vessel designs with limited stowage space or requirements for enhanced deployment length.  The folding design provides the greatest efficiency in the stowed:deployed ratio.  This ratio is further enhanced when the folding plank section includes an additional telescoping plank section.  The passerelle folds in a "stacked" fashion when stowed.

The Nautical Structures' unique folding design opens into a rigid 'locked' position, providing a boarding experience with very minimal deflection and bounce while in the self-support mode.  The folding plank design deploys with both plank sections aligned eliminating the "step" found in all multi-section telescoping planks; a greatly enhanced appearance with additional safety by eliminating potential trip-points along the plank.  This design is also ideal for passerelles configured to accommodate a wheelchair.  Nautical Structures' hydraulic self-centering, slew-lock and float functions are standard features incorporated into the design of the folding-type passerelle, eliminating the need for electric limit/proximity switches. This provides long-term reliable performance in a wet marine environment with reduced maintenance requirements. 

The folding passerelle is available in deployed lengths from five-meters to over ten-meters depending upon the vessel's boarding requirements.  Include our unique self-leveling final boarding platform or a self-leveling stairway built into the folding plank section and the folding-type passerelle may be the most versatile boarding system available.