BusinessSeptember 4, 2026

davit

DAV-it

Definition

A small crane or mechanical arm mounted on the deck or side of a ship, used for hoisting, lowering, or securing lifeboats or small tenders.

Etymology

Originating in the late 17th century, the word likely comes from the Old French 'daviot' or 'davit', which was a nickname for David. It was historically used as a term for a small machine or crane on board a ship.

In the news

The article explains that using carbon fibre construction reduces a tender's weight, which positively impacts the design constraints of the vessel's davits and storage garage.

Marsden Cove’s ONETenders takes carbon fibre tenders global

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