At WELIN, we consider the accommodation ladder to be one of the most important pieces of deck equipment onboard any ship, and in particular on passenger and cruise ships where the accommodation ladder is used for passenger embarkation.

It is an old truth that says "you only get one chance to make a first impression". The accommodation ladder is normally the first contact a visitor gets with a ship and for that simple reason, it is vital that the ladder feels safe and conformable to walk on in order to produce the desired positive impression and sense of safety and comfort that will affect a personís whole stay onboard.

With this in mind, the accommodation ladder is just as important as the rest of shipís equipment designed to please and comfort the passengers. Remember that even the most fancy reception will not erase a bad experience during boarding.Unfortunately the choice of accommodation ladder system is often neglected and left to the yard with the result that the simplest system is fitted as long as it is approved by the relevant authorities.

The accommodation ladder system should get more attention and a more of the budget already at the design stage of a project. All to make the passengers happy !!!!

Not to forget, the accommodation ladder is also normally the last impression for a passenger when he leaves the ship and this last experience will enhance the memory of the visit onboardÖÖÖÖÖ.

At WELIN we have designed davits since 1901. With all that experience combined with our innovative minds, we take great pride in designing special accommodation ladder systems for cruise ships. Donít hesitate to give us a call or drop us an e-mail to discuss your beautiful ship. Had White Star Lineís managers (the owners of the Titanic) listened to us in 1907, history would have looked different. Listen to us now and change the future history !!!!!!!