Highfield PRT Julien Carussi Reveals New RIB Division

October 23 2026October 29 2026 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Highfield PRT Targets Patrol, Rescue and Tactical Operations

Highfield Boats launches the professional RIB division.

Julien Carussi (LinkedIn profile), founder, owner and CEO of Highfield Boats, explains why the company is launching Highfield PRT, a dedicated division for Patrol, Rescue and Tactical RIBs.

Over the past 15 years, Highfield has built boats used in more than 50 countries.

Professional operators have increasingly turned to the brand for work in demanding conditions.

According to Carussi, Highfield PRT is a natural response to that growing demand.

The goal is simple: build tough, effective boats that crews can rely on, maintain easily and keep working for years.

Those qualities matter when a mission leaves little room for delays or equipment problems.

But PRT is not just about developing specialist boats.

Carussi wants the division to provide practical solutions that match the real needs of professional crews at sea.

For Highfield, this marks a more focused commitment to the people who depend on their RIBs for patrol, rescue and tactical operations.

This video of the PRT division was published on the Highfield Boats YouTube channel

The company produces lots of videos. I’ve published many of them here.

Proud to share that Highfield is a good Friend of RIBs ONLY.

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Karel, RIB Advocate
Karel Overlaet is owner, founder, and editor-in-chief of RIBsONLY.com, Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat. A passionate RIB owner himself, he curates the web’s largest collection of RIB news and videos. What started as a passion project has grown into a knowledge hub with lots of news and 50+ in-depth guides for beginners and experts alike. He also created RIBManufacturerList, a unique global directory of all active RIB brands.

Highfield North American Dealer Meeting – Chicago 2026

October 03 2026October 04 2026 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Highfield Took Its Dealer Meeting to Chicago

Highfield Boats just dropped a short recap video from its 2026 North American Dealer Meeting, and this year the crew moved the party to Chicago.

For years the event lived in Cadillac, Michigan, close to the factory. It simply got too big.

The video itself is quick and upbeat.

You see dealers and partners from the US and Canada mingling, checking out new RIBs, and generally having a good time on the water. Think networking, product demos, a dinner, and the usual competitive cornhole.

Nothing deep here, just a thank you to the people who sell their boats. Still, a nice look at a brand that keeps growing.

This video was published on the Highfield Boats YouTube channel.

Highfield is a brand that also produces many videos. I made a broad selection here for you to enjoy.

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Highfield Boats: Inside Its RIB Production in China

September 25 2026September 25 2026 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Inside Production in China

Highfield Boats gives a behind-the-scenes look at its headquarters and RIB production operation in Weihai, China.

The video shows the people, facilities and manufacturing processes behind one of the best-known names in the rigid inflatable boat market.

Highfield’s Weihai base plays a central role in the production of its aluminium RIBs, bringing key stages of construction and finishing together at one location.

Rather than focusing only on completed boats, the video offers a broader view of how Highfield Boats operates behind the scenes.

It connects RIB manufacturing with the teams responsible for production, organisation and worldwide distribution.

For anyone interested in how modern aluminium RIBs are built, this provides a useful look inside Highfield’s production base in China.

This video was published on the Highfield Boats YouTube channel.

Inside RIBsONLY.com I’ve share more videos of this brand. Find them all here.

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Friends of RIBsONLY.com Boost Your Boating Experience

September 14 2026October 27 2026 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Friends of RIBs ONLY @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat — Friends of RIBsONLY.com think client centred

What Does “Friends of RIBsONLY.com” Actually Mean?

Rigid Inflatable Boats have something special about them. They combine a rigid hull with inflatable tubes, creating a boat that is stable, practical and capable in a wide range of conditions.

For people who share that passion, RIBsONLY.com has been dedicated to the remarkable world of RIBs since 2008.

Along the way, we have also built relationships with companies that know this market inside out. I call them Friends of RIBsONLY.com

You will find links to these companies in the RIBsONLY.com sidebar on the right. Pay them a visit.

Who Are the Friends of RIBsONLY.com?

They are not simply RIB manufacturers or marine suppliers.

What connects them is their focus on quality, specialist knowledge on the RIB market.

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A Focus on Quality

RIBsONLY.com has always placed quality above quantity.

The same principle applies to Friends of RIBsONLY.com. The aim is not to create the longest possible list of marine companies here on RIBsONLY.com. It is to highlight businesses that are relevant to RIB owners and serious about what they do.

That means looking at factors such as:

Product and build quality;
Materials and engineering;
Durability and safety;
Specialist knowledge;
Reputation and reliability.

If you’re curious about all active RIB builders worldwide, check my RIBManufacturerList.com. There are more than 200!

Good Service Still Matters

A good product is only part of the story. Good service and support after sales are at least as important. Solid companies understand that.

Buying a RIB, replacing tubes or choosing new seats often involves technical questions and important decisions.

Friends of RIBsONLY.com listen first and are client centred. They help customers find a solution that suits the way they actually use their boat.

That might mean helping a first-time RIB buyer or discussing specific technical requirements with an experienced owner.

Either way, useful advice matters more than a hard sell.

Finding the Right Companies

The RIB market has grown enormously, and there is no shortage of choice.

Friends of RIBsONLY.com are companies with a clear connection to the RIB world.

They know the products, understand the customers and share an interest in keeping people safely and happily on the water.

If you are looking for a RIB, the Friends of RIBsONLY.com network is a very good place to start.

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Advice from experienced owners can often be just as valuable as information from manufacturers and suppliers.

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Maritime Filming UK Highfield Patrol 760 Camera RIB

August 20 2026August 21 2026 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Maritime Filming UK Uses a 40-Knot RIB for Sea Filming

Maritime Filming UK uses a Highfield Patrol 760 as its dedicated camera boat for offshore filming and photography assignments.

The 7.6-metre RIB is powered by a Honda 250 hp outboard and can exceed 40 knots when following fast-moving vessels.

That performance is important during sailing races, commercial shipping shoots and other assignments where crews must remain close to the action.

Reliability and safety are equally important because filming often continues in difficult weather and time-sensitive conditions.

Fuel efficiency also influences operating costs, which can affect both client budgets and the profitability of commercial shoots.

At the helm, the skipper receives clear information about fuel levels, engine hours, RPM and economy data.

The throttle is designed to support accurate control during close-range manoeuvres and transfers alongside other vessels.

For Maritime Filming UK, the combination provides a practical platform for professional marine production work along the UK coast.

This video was published on the Honda Marine Europe YouTube channel.

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