Frictape Helideck Netting
We provide the industry’s highest level of safety at the lowest total cost, with typical savings of 40–80% compared to traditional alternatives such as metal nets and sisal nets.
Our products are installed on over 3,000 offshore helidecks worldwide. We supply to virtually all major offshore operators in oil and gas and renewable energy, as well as defense organizations globally.
Reál Marine is the Norwegian distributor.
Applications and products
Frictape helicopter deck netting and helideck lighting are the world’s most widely used solutions for offshore helideck safety. We provide the industry’s highest level of safety at the lowest total cost, typically saving 40–80% compared to traditional alternatives like steel netting and sisal netting.
Our products are installed on over 3,000 offshore helidecks worldwide. We supply to virtually all major offshore operators within the oil and gas and renewable energy sectors, as well as defense organizations globally.
All products are type-approved by DNV and ABS. Frictape is ISO 9001 certified, with headquarters in Finland and production in Estonia.
Reál Marine is the Norwegian distributor.
Spiderweb
In 2025, we expanded our portfolio with SpiderNet, a counter-UAS (C-UAS) solution for drone neutralization, built on decades of experience in advanced textile technology and high kinetic energy absorption.
All products are type-approved by DNV and ABS.
Designed and manufactured in Europe!
What customers say
Frictape Helicopter Deck Net
Why choose Frictape?
Safety: Zero accidents, zero weak points, built-in fail-safe design
Total cost: 50% of helideck safety cost is maintenance. Frictape cuts maintenance costs dramatically.
Installation: Days, not weeks. Standardized, tool-free method.
Approvals: DNV, ABS, UK CAA, Norwegian and Brazilian aviation authorities.
The only supplier in the world with both DNV and ABS type approval!
Material quality: Advanced synthetic offshore-grade textile, not metal or nylon
Designed and manufactured in Europe!
Frictape helicopter deck netting and perimeter safety netting for offshore. Over 2,000 installations globally. Reduce costs by 40–80% compared to traditional solutions. Safety and durability for helicopter decks.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Frictape and traditional metal netting?
Metal mesh corrodes, has a trampoline effect and random breaking points. Frictape is corrosion-resistant, provides a hammock effect and predictable performance.
What is the lifespan?
At least twice as long as sisal netting for landing nets. Perimeter netting has documented field data over 20+ years.
What certifications does Frictape have?
DNV, ABS, UK CAA, Civil Aviation Authority (Norway), CAP 437, Brazilian NORMAM.
How much does it cost to test the nets annually?
Frictape offers pre-assembled test tapes for laboratory testing. No expensive offshore drop-testing required.
How quickly can the nets be installed?
Landing nets under 1 day, perimeter nets 3–5 days, Netlight 3–5 days.
Are the nets suitable for the Norwegian continental shelf?
Approved by the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority, used by Equinor and other major operators on the Norwegian continental shelf.
How much does a Frictape helicopter deck net cost?
All nets are made to measure, which is why it is difficult to provide a price without knowing the dimensions. For an overview of cost comparisons, see here!
