The Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS) is a cost-effective design for a dedicated medical ship optimized to provide patient holding, stabilization, evacuation and transport in support of Distributed Maritime Operations (DMO).
The EMS design features a shallow draft which enables greater reach and allows for direct access to austere ports. The flight deck will accommodate military aircraft, including the V-22 and H-53K.
The design provides the full range of medical capabilities needed to support operating forces
- Primary surgery
- Intensive/ward care
- Burn care
Patient isolation capabilitie - Medical laboratory services
- Blood bank
- Mental health
- Records management
- Rapid stabilization with the ability for follow-on evacuation of multiple casualties
In addition to medical services, the platform also is capable of combat search and rescue including recovery at sea, with capacity for future growth and capability enhancements.
High Speed Support Vessels
Distributive, responsive medical care
