Northstar RIBs completes single-stage hull-making process

ONE-SHOT™ RTM Rigid Structure After Demolding

Northstar RIBs has completed the development of a composite manufacturing process that produces the entire rigid structure of a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) in a single closed-mould production cycle, following five years of research and refinement.

The Turkish manufacturer has introduced the process, known as ONE-SHOT Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM), across its Vega Lite tender range, which now spans models from 2.9m to 4.2m.

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