VIKING appointed official global sales and service partner for Dräger marine safety range
VIKING has been appointed as Official Preferred Global Sales and Service Partner for the full range of respiratory protection equipment and mobile gas detection equipment offered by Dräger to the maritime industry.
The agreement formalises and expands an existing cooperation between two recognised front-runners in maritime safety. It reflects a strategic decision by Dräger management to work with a global partner with the capability to support its marine products worldwide.
Under the terms of the agreement, VIKING becomes Dräger's trusted Official Preferred Global Sales and Service Partner for respiratory protection equipment and mobile gas detection equipment across the global maritime shipping industry.
Ahead of a formal signing ceremony, staged on 2 September at SMM 2026 in Hamburg, Henrik Helsinghof, CEO, VIKING Life-Saving Equipment, commented: “Both VIKING and Dräger are renowned for their expertise and for the quality of their equipment. This partnership aims to leverage the benefits of scale and strong collaboration to ensure continuity in supply and service in this critical area of safety and life-saving equipment.”
VIKING is the leading provider of maritime safety and fire-fighting solutions, with a portfolio including marine evacuation systems, lifeboats, liferafts, rescue boats, davits, PPE and marine fire services. Dräger customers will benefit from the support of the extensive global network of certified VIKING service stations that serve cargo shipping, offshore assets, passenger shipping, navies and coastguards, Helsinghof added.
Dräger is present in over 190 countries. The partnership covers respiratory protection equipment, portable gas detection systems, tubes and drug & alcohol detection kits on which the Lübeck, Germany-based company has established its maritime position.
"For maritime customers, having access to products and service from a single source is a decisive factor in keeping safety equipment ready for use at all times. With VIKING, we have found a partner that is present exactly where our customers need complete safety solutions – in the world's key port regions," says Rainer Klug, Executive Board Member Safety Technology at Dräger.
For further information, please contact:
Head of Communication, Malte V. Eggers
Tel. +45 2097 5809, e-mail mveg@VIKING-life.com
About VIKING Life-Saving Equipment
VIKING Life-Saving Equipment A/S is a global leader in advanced maritime, defence and fire safety solutions. Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Esbjerg, Denmark, VIKING designs, manufactures and services a wide range of life-saving and firefighting equipment for the cruise and ferry industry, naval forces, coastguards, maritime authorities, offshore operators and commercial shipping fleets worldwide.
Trusted by professional users operating in the most demanding environments, VIKING delivers proven safety products and integrated service concepts that ensure operational readiness and regulatory compliance. The company is privately owned and has production facilities in Denmark, Norway, Greece, China and Thailand, supported by a global network of servicing stations and safety experts.
www.VIKING-life.com
About Dräger Technology for Life®
Dräger is an international leader in the fields of medical and safety technology. Our products protect, support, and save lives. Founded in 1889, Dräger generated revenues of around €3.5 billion in 2025. The Dräger Group is currently present in over 190 countries and has more than 16,000 employees worldwide.
Dräger technology is used all over the world. We operate in around 50 countries with our own sales and service companies directly on location where our customers are.
Please visit www.draeger.com for more information.