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Williams DieselJet 505 SOLAS Testing

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

I always find these kinds of tests very impressive and well worth watching. This time it’s a Williams RIB that is put to the test.

This video shows numerous tests a RIB must pass in order to be approved.

I have more videos of these kind of tests here on RIBs ONLY. Like this ones from GEMINI, Ribeye and Sportis to name a few.

This one is my absolute favourite. It’s a slam tests from a RIB … that never slams: it’s a Rafnar. Awesome video by our member Tom Bettle.

About these tests

SOLAS has been around for some time. The main objective of the SOLAS Convention is to specify minimum standards for the construction, equipment and operation of ships, compatible with their safety.

7.6 m Aluminium Navy RIB by ASIS

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

RIBs are versatile as you can read here and here. It’s no wonder professionals choose use a Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB), like those used by police, the navy, SAR (check this out), customs and maritime staff.

It’s also a great ‘tool’ for heavy duty operations as well.

Nigeria is in the market for a new 7.6 m Aluminum ASIS RIB. This vessel can quickly and efficiently respond to emerging national security threats as they arise.

This RIB has D-tubes installed in favour of more deck space.

Zodiac eOpen 3.1 Electric RIB – Walkaround

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

In my opinion, this Zodiac eOpen 3.1 electric RIB would work well as a tender to go ashore from a yacht. I previously gave attention to this boat here on RIBs ONLY

The eOpen range in a nutshell according to Zodiac:

  • Ideal for exploring inaccessible places
  • Piloting flexibility and responsiveness
  • Autonomy of approximately one hour at maximum power
  • Total silence in navigation
  • No upkeep or maintenance
  • Long-term saving
  • Unique experience
    • Electrical installation in the console and bench fitted at the factory
    • Float available in PVC/Strongan or Neoprene/Hypalon black or light grey.

Specs

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Salpa Soleil 42 vs 33 – What’s Your Favourite Big RIB model

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

In this very well structured video from Brugge Marine Center, two big Salpa RIBs are being compared namely Soleil 42 and 33.

Nautica Salpa was founded in 1984 and collects the experience that Antonio and Enza Pane have gained for more than thirty years in the pleasure boat sector.

RIB owners claim to have seen an amazing improvement in performance thanks to a new technology that originates from the aviation industry.

Salpa’s excellent seaworthiness, manoeuvrability and performance, combined with its great structural strength, low weight and fuel consumption made it a favourite amongst RIBs.

Proud to share that Brugge Marine Center (BMC) is a good Friend of RIBs ONLY.

If you have a specific interest, click the time below to jump to it.

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RIBbing for Arctic – JOTUN Greensteps

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

The expedition “RIBbing for Artic” will start in July until August 2022. The purpose of this mission is to raise awareness of climate change. It really is a huge challenge.

It is not Thomas Panagiotopoulos‘ first adventure. He has a lot of RIB driving experience in many conditions. He also managed the trip from Greece to the Azores, a stretch of 3,500 nautical miles.

RIBs ONLY wishes the team a successful expedition and a safe return.

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