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    Protect Your Submarine with Composite Camels 

    Our composite camels are designed prevent damage to the hull and protect your assets when submarines are berthing and mooring. Submarine camels are larger and shaped differently than other camels since the body of the submarine existing mostly under the surface of the water. 

    During berthing, camels protect the submarine from being damaged including the hull, diving planes, screws, fairings, special skin treatments and other appurtenances. As the submarine moves during berthing and mooring, the camels compress to absorb its energy and distribute the load across more of the pier.

    FRP Camels are a Great Choice for Naval Operations 

    The universal composite submarine camel provides the critical performance advantages the US Navy needs for waterfront infrastructure- no maintenance, corrosion resistance, long life cycle and operational efficiency. Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composite provides all these benefits.

    FRP is a great material for submarine camels as it is lightweight making installation faster and easier, is more cost-effective long term and it is simpler to maintain as it can withstand harsh marine environments, making it a great choice for Naval installations. 

    Development of FRP Sub Camels

    Prototype FRP camels went through a 10 year demonstration period from 1999 to 2009 during which they required no maintenance. The camels were removed from the water for a more complete inspection.

    Unlike their traditional steel counterparts, no corrosion or degradation was found. Based on this success, a universal design was created in 2009 to use the FRP composite camel to accommodate any class of submarine for operational efficiency. This camel is used by the U.S. Navy at submarine bases along both coasts and overseas.