release hooks provide a safe, effective and labor-saving method of ship mooring. Vessel tonnage's and their relative distances from shore have increased dramatically over the years, but the design handles virtually any situation. Whether it's a single or multiple hook model, each is designed to swing completely free up to 180º horizontally and 45º vertically to maintain a straight pull on the lines at all times.

All units can release under full load, unlike buoy hooks, which must have slack line to release. All release hooks are hot-sprayed with zinc, then painted or galvanized. Grease fittings are recessed for safety and ease of lubrication.

release hooks come in two models, standard and rotary. The benefit of the rotary is the smoothness of the line release. We can also supply an integral capstan, which, when used in conjunction with our release hooks, reduce crew needs from three or four people to one or two.