All RIBs articles
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NewsAmphibious 'Walrus' opens access to stranded turbines
When Scroby Sands Offshore Wind Farm was commissioned off Great Yarmouth in 2004, few could have predicted that one of its greatest operational challenges would emerge not from the turbines themselves, but from the seabed beneath them. What transpired was a quest to solve the problem.
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NewsStrongest sea trials ever at Speed@Seawork
A record-breaking Speed@Seawork held on the Isle of Wight on Monday unveiled the strongest show of boats yet, reports Jake Frith.
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NewsHush-hush RIB contract nears completion for BAE
UK-based boatbuilder RIB-X International says it is about to finish a secretive contract with BAE Systems for six new SOLAS Fast Rescue Craft RIBs.
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NewsBatteries in RIBs: A positive review
RS Electric Boats speaks to MJ about the company’s use of batteries in their fleet – their performance, any challenges and the future.
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NewsPassenger paralysed on commercial RIB investigated by MAIB
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) is investigating an incident in which a passenger on a commercial RIB broke her back, leaving her permanently paralysed.
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NewsMulti-role vessels: Shift in requirements for marine agency craft
Across Europe’s maritime sector, operational agencies are rethinking the way they specify and deploy high-performance rigid inflatable boats (RIBs).
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NewsRS finger on the Pulse with two electric RIB deliveries
RS Electric Boats has delivered two RS Pulse 63 electric RIBs as part of the ‘Zero Emission Network of Workboats (ZENOW) project.
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News12 RIBs ordered to replace Dutch rescue boats
The Royal Dutch Rescue Society is celebrating its 200th year this year – and will replace 12 of its rescue boats with RIBs from the Stormer Shipyard.
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NewsSpeed@Seawork 2024: Sights, sounds and highlights
Seawork’s high-speed vessel trials day marked its fifth anniversary with a diverse selection of commercial marine craft, showcasing a range of propulsion technologies and hull materials, writes Jake Frith.
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NewsScorpion RIBs goes into administration
Lymington Boat Makers – formerly known as Scorpion RIBs – has been put up for sale following falling sales and inflation.
