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Ribcraft’s RIBs Showcases for Professionals

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

RIB Candy for Professionals

Ribcraft’s new website was launched on November 5th 2025 and here it is!

Established in 1993 in Great Britain, Ribcraft® is a global builder of custom and series-built Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs).

Designed in the United Kingdom and manufactured in-house, its boats are well-known for outstanding durability, strength, and performance for professionals worldwide.

The hull sizes ranges from 3.5 to 14.5 meter.

It created a larger base over the years: USA, Middle East, Australia and India. You can say that the sun never sets on Ribcraft®.

The company also has models for the leisure market.

When I received raw footage from Ribcraft I was allowed to edit it. I hope you like it.: Professional Grade RIBCRAFT Takes On Tough Seas!

This video was published on the Ribcraft YouTube channel.

I’ve put up more posts here of models from the brand: here they are.

RIB and Crane Operations Aboard USS New York

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Detailed Crane Operations

The Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) is known for its speed, stability, and versatility.

It is a popular choice for lots of recreational activities, and also to be used as a tender.

Beyond leisure, it supports professional programs like search and rescue operations.

It aids in maritime patrol and contributes to environmental monitoring. It also assists in the transport of personnel or equipment in challenging conditions.

The Navy uses it for SEAL insertion and extraction, maritime interdiction, and naval boarding operations.

In this video U.S. Marines from the 24th MEU and Sailors aboard USS New York (LPD 21) conducted RIB operations.

They also trained crane operations during Amphibious Squadron–MEU Integration (PMINT) in the Atlantic Ocean on Dec. 8, 2023.

PMINT is the 24th MEU’s first opportunity to fully integrate with the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group. It tests Marines and Sailors across key operational capabilities.

This is done through live and simulated exercises.

This video was published on the AA Military YouTube channel.

I’ve shared more videos of this British RIB brand.

Gilles’ Awesome Zodiac Milpro SRR870 RIB

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Onboard a Cool Milpro RIB

Foamy seas, steady rhythm—Gilles’ Rigid Inflatable Boat cuts cleanly through 4 bft winds.

Spray and every controlled bounce reveals unmatched stability of this Rigid Inflatable Boat.

A thrilling ride proving precision, strength, and seaworthy adventure.

You can find more news and video of this brand here on RIBsONLY.com: Checkout the brand.

Discover the story of Zodiac Milpro, a brand founded in 1896 and renowned for its innovation on the water.

This video was originally published on the RIBs ONLY YouTube channel.

This video was published on the RIBs ONLY YouTube channel.

For more news and videos about their models, visit RIBsONLY.com and explore more about the brand.

Zodiac Milpro™ SRR870 Rigid Inflatable Boat

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Onboard the SRR870

This short video showcases the New Jersey Conservation Police in action.

Zodiac Milpro’s™ SEA RIB® Responders™ are robust, military-grade vessels designed for optimal performance and ease of use.

Key features include:

  • Enhanced Maintenance and Comfort: The design prioritizes straightforward maintenance and user comfort.
  • Removable Collar: Equipped with Zodiac Milpro’s™ unique intercommunicating valves, the collar can be easily removed, streamlining maintenance and replacements.
  • Self-Draining Decks: The decks are self-draining and include a molded bow box and an aft motor well, offering convenient storage solutions.
  • Integrated Fuel Tanks: These boats feature large-capacity, built-in fuel tanks with accessible deck hatches for easy refueling.

This video of the SRR870 was published on the Zodiac Milpro international – Official YouTube channel.

Here are more Zodiac Milpro models: Enjoy these military grade RIBs.

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Stunning Arksen Pro Rigid Inflatable Boat

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

The Purpose-Driven Design of RIBs

Every Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) is designed with a specific purpose in mind (check this article). This characteristic is particularly evident within the professional sector.

It’s precisely to highlight this crucial distinction from the leisure market that I published this post.

On June 5, 2025, Arksen Pro released this promotional video highlighting its high-performance boats (website).

It is a new specialist division dedicated to advanced, mission-ready vessels and technical apparel.

This strategic move aims to serve professional operators across the commercial and defense sectors.

A key feature of these boats is their ability to carry jet skis. The jet skis are shown being deployed and used alongside the boats.

This video was published on the Arksen Pro YouTube channel.

About Arksen Pro

The Arksen Pro team is led by Andrew Whittaker and Jim Mair.

They collectively bring over five decades of British marine engineering and design expertise to this global venture.

The new division also incorporates Ring Powercraft, a long-established company within the Arksen group.

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