Disaster Relief Ships
In the event of a hurricane, flood, earthquake, or other natural or man-made catastrophe, disaster relief ships deliver life-saving aid and provide emergency accommodations. We are a FEMA-approved vendor with the contacts, experience, and expertise to rapidly mobilize passenger ships and vessels worldwide for emergency civilian and government operations.
Ships provide a turn-key, cost-effective solution when the need for housing is urgent due to damaged infrastructure. In addition to included meals, most ships offer housekeeping services, medical facilities, comfortable lounges, meeting spaces, storage, and fitness facilities on-site.
What are Disaster Relief Ships?
Disaster relief ships are chartered cruise ships, passenger ferries, and other vessels that offer safe, secure housing for disaster victims, medical personnel, disaster response teams, workforce crews, and rebuilding and restoration teams. They can also transport life-saving supplies and equipment to affected areas after a disaster, such as a hurricane or flood.
During emergencies, ships can deliver essential supplies and provide safe, secure accommodations.
When time is critical, our global network of ships, port service support, and logistics team offer rapid, life-saving disaster aid and temporary housing for response teams and disaster victims.
Features of Disaster Relief Ships
Landry & Kling’s Emergency Ship and Disaster Support Services
Landry & Kling is an approved vendor of the US Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). We’ve successfully executed numerous government ship and vessel charter contracts for disaster relief, demonstrating our expertise and reliability in the field.
Landry & Kling’s international network of vessels, port service support, and logistics teams are unmatched. Our disaster ship services include:
• Immediate access to worldwide ships and vessels appropriate for disaster response
• Quick turn-around and ship deployment for emergency housing and delivery of essential provisions
• Contract negotiations to protect your interests and reduce risk
• Port and ship support staff and resources
• Tax & Government / Local Fee Analysis
• Logistics support for ship services, catering, laundry, medical team & facilities, processing technology, security, safeguarding, fitness programs, and recreational activities.
FAQs
How long does it take to deploy an emergency ship for disaster relief?
Rapid response times are essential when collaborating with federal and local relief agencies. The exact deployment time can vary based on the ship’s location and mission requirements. Landry & Kling has successfully organized ship charters for urgent relief efforts, including evacuation, emergency services, restoration, and rebuilding.
What types of cargo can disaster ships transport?
Emergency ships can transport essential medical supplies, food, water, and equipment. They can also carry first responders, medical teams, construction crews, and other essential personnel.
Where can disaster ships be deployed?
Chartered ships are especially valuable after hurricanes or other natural disasters when the need for housing is urgent due to damaged infrastructure. These vessels can support emergency relief services along U.S. coastlines, in the Caribbean, and in other coastal areas around the world.
Does Landry & Kling have disaster relief ship experience?
Yes! Notably, our most significant FEMA contracts include securing a cruise ship charter for a six-month relief mission in the Gulf of Mexico following Hurricane Katrina in 2005, as well as arranging a ship charter in response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti in 2010. More recently, Landry & Kling sourced a cruise ship within 24 hours for a long-term charter after Hurricane Ida made landfall in Louisiana. Loaded with provisions and supplies, the dockside ship accommodated 1,500 front-line workers.
