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Inside ASIS Boats’ Shipyard

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Welcome to the ASIS Boats Factory

The video gives us a dynamic insider’s glimpse of the shipyard where they build aluminium Rigid Inflatable Boats.

ASIS are well-known in creating Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) specifically designed for military, government, and professional clients worldwide. It’s B2B (Business to Business) so to speak.

Each boat is built tailored to meet the unique needs of their clients, as many popular brands do also in the leisure market.

If you’re interested to see more of this brand, enjoy these videos.

This video was published on the ASIS Boats – Aces of the Sea YouTube channel.

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NSRI Gemini Proud Supporter – Two WaveRider 650s

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

What is the NSRI?

In South Africa the NSRI comprises over 1350 volunteers who generously give their time across 50 rescue bases, encompassing satellite or auxiliary stations and inland dams. They’re on call 24/7.

Cape Town based Gemini is the supplier of their SAR RIBs sinds decades proving their seaworthiness and operational reliability.

Take a peek at this cool photo article showing how they build the bigger Gemini WR880 hull. Check it out here!

This video was published on the RIBs ONLY YouTube channel.

I’ve published many well-selected videos of GEMINI RIBs here on my blog.

Gemini Proud Supporter of NSRI - Two WaveRider 880s @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat
Gemini Two WaveRider 650s

NorthStar G12 – Fast Responder Boat

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

An Impressive All Black Fast Responder Boat

A fast responder boat possesses the capability to autonomously execute diverse tasks such as safeguarding ports, waterways, and coastal regions; conducting patrols for fisheries; aiding in search and rescue efforts; and contributing to national defense initiatives.

This Northstar G12 RIB is crafted specifically for the swift and comfortable transfer of 15 marines.

No specs on their site because this one’s a special ops RIB.

Here are more videos of this brand built in Turkey.

This video was published on the NorthStar RIBs YouTube channel.

NorthStar G12 - Fast Responder Boat helm @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat
NorthStar G12 – at the helm

NEOM Firefighting and SAR RIBs by ASIS 2024

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

NEOM Receives its First 2 ASIS RIBs

This under-one-minute video showcases an impressive 12 meter fire fighting Rigid Inflatable Boat by ASIS.

NEOM represents a forthcoming urban development initiated by Saudi Arabia in Tabuk. Spearheaded by Crown Prince Bin Salman since its inception in 2017.

The site is at the northern tip of the Red Sea, due east of Egypt across the Gulf of Aqaba and south of Jordan.

This video was published on the ASIS Boats – Aces of the Sea YouTube channel.

You get to see more videos of this brand here at RIBsONLY.com.

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Preventing Fatigue: World Leading Ullman Seats

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Preventing is the Focus

Traveling on high-speed boats can be physically draining due to the considerable energy expended, leading to fatigue and a decline in physical capabilities.

Ullman suspension seats offer a noteworthy reduction in energy consumption compared to fixed seating, a factor that plays a crucial role in mitigating exhaustion.

World Leading Ullman Seats Preventing Fatigue @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Home
Ullman seats preventing fatigue

Military personnel experience a significant decrease in running performance after high-speed transit when utilizing fixed seats.

In contrast, the use of Ullman Jockey Seats results in a 30.5% improvement in post-transit physical performance and endurance compared to fixed seats.

Beyond mitigating the risk of injury, Ullman Seats contribute to enhancing the operational performance of both boat crew and passengers.

This becomes particularly critical in situations where operators are tasked with military or lifesaving activities, as the distinction between being fatigued and alert could determine life or death.

You can find more examples of Ullman’s seats here on RIBsONLY.com.

So proud to share that Ullman Dynamics is a good Friend of RIBs ONLY.

This video was published on the Ullman Seats YouTube channel.

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