Another focus of development is linked to crew safety. Work on deck on board an offshore vessel can be hazardous, with deck cargo to be handled and wires and chains under high tension.

New systems to reduce the amount of crew intervention are being progressively introduced in UT-Designs. Among them is an automatic sea fastening system which can move and lock in position deck cargo such as containers and pipes. New Rauma Brattvaag towing pins and shark jaws help to make life safer when handling anchors and moorings, while a new coiling system reduces the risks associated with handling pennant wires.