Commercial grade cabin RIB provides safe working environment

This cabin RIB has been developed specifically for professional use in coastal waters by, among others, emergency services, and marine contractors. It has been designed to meet the demand from the commercial market to be able to protect their crew better against weather and environmental conditions during longer stays on the water.

The Gemini Cabin is available in a standard version (WR880 & WR1060) and in an extended version (WR1060 only). The standard version can comfortably seat up to 6 people, while the extended version can take up to 10 people.

The wheelhouse can be supplied with an open rear or with a closed rear bulkhead including access door and rear windows. The foredeck can be safely accessed via a front door in the cabin’s forecastle.

The Gemini Cabin RIBs are ideally suited for use in patrol activities, for support with shipping guidance, for carrying out security tasks, as a safety boat, for calamities and evacuation intervention, for Search & Rescue tasks, for support during diving work, or tender/light cargo duties.

TAKE A SEAT
This first demo Gemini WR1060 GRP Cabin RIB has been equipped by Novi marine with Ullman Echelon shock-absorbing seats with 3-Dimensional suspension technology, described as being capable of absorbing even the hardest side impact when landing at unfavourable angles. They are fitted on sliders with 300mm of travel to accommodate perfect driving ergonomics in both sitting and standing positions.

Passengers are provided comfortable Ullman Biscaya suspension seats with the new MK3 storage base allowing additional 36 litres of compartment space per seat and narrow handles to free up space in the aisle.

50 KNOTS
The propulsion is provided by two Yamaha F300BTEX outboard engines, good for a top speed of over 50 knots and with the help of a Vetus BowPro 42 kgf proportional and brushless thruster, this 11 metre long and 3.15 metre wide Gemini can even manoeuvre accurately to the centimetre in strong crosswinds.

For the hull, Gemini uses vacuum infusion technology with foam core to keep the weight down while not compromising on strength. The well-known UK based company Seaglaze was chosen for the windows and entrance doors.

In terms of navigation and communication equipment, you will find the latest version of the Simrad NSS16 EVO3S HD multi-functional displays, the latest Simrad Halo 20+ pulse compression radar dome and a FLIR M232 thermal camera, mounted on a folding navigation bracket.

This example also features washing facilities and a toilet in addition to useful items including a heavy-duty bow fender with hand-held radiation for safer transfers, a Jason’s Cradle for MOB recovery and a sturdy diving ladder on the A-frame.

In common with other Gemini models, this RIB has a full CE-B marking, the certification of which has been carried out by a notified body designated and recognized by the EU. In addition, this RIB complies with the English MCA Workboat Code 2 and can optionally be supplied with a Category 2 60nM certificate of class. A class certificate for the hull by an IACS is also available on request.

Prices in Europe start from € 99,000 excl. VAT for the standard Gemini WR880 Cabin RIB with single outboard engine.

This Gemini WR1060 Cabin RIB is now on display and available for demos, sea trials and for the use of non-profit charities, in addition to being available for sale and rental for the professional market.

By Jake Frith