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RIB boats filled with passengers gather beside large orange RNLI lifeboats at the marina.

Our fleet

All about Ribs

Our Ribs are a regular sight on the Solent, the Thames and around the UK coastline. The boats are also frequently seen at major maritime events across Europe. To discover a little history and background on these amazing craft, click here.

At a glance

Ribcraft and Suzuki

Ribcraft is our supplier of Ribs. When operating boats commercially, quality of build and fit out are paramount and we just cannot fault this renowned UK boat builder. We have bought over forty boats from them since 2001. All of our outboard engines are made by Suzuki – not only a great product but a manufacturer who understands customer service.

Separate fleets

We have separate fleets for Corporate Rib Charter, Lymington Boat Club, Bareboat Rib Charter and Commercial Rib Charter. All of our boats are equipped to the highest standard – we use only the leading brands and code them via MECAL who perform our surveys on behalf of the Marine Coastguard Agency (MCA) to the highest level permissible for Ribs.

Standard equipment

The Ribs have 300HP four stroke fuel efficient engines and are fitted with long range fuel tanks. All have a life raft, Garmin colour plotter and sounder, Icom fixed VHF, and large under deck stowage lockers with lewmar hatches. The boats have the latest safety equipment and high quality wet weather gear is available along with life jackets for all ages.

A fleet of black and yellow RIB boats cruising together towards the camera with a town shoreline in the background.

Our fleet

Specialist equipment

  • Class ‘A’ AIS transponders
  • Satellite phone communications
  • Extra long range VHF rigs
  • Data tracking and logging equipment
  • Camera mounting systems

The Rib fleet gallery

  • Several rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) travel together toward a shoreline lined with houses, boats, and marina buildings. Passengers in life jackets sit facing forward as the boats create wakes behind them. Union Jack flags and masts of docked sailboats are visible along the waterfront.
  • A row of RIB boats filled with passengers moored beside large orange RNLI lifeboats.
  • Several RIB boats moored at a floating pontoon outside The George’s waterfront terrace.
  • Two RIB boats speeding across the water in front of a large cargo ship with passengers on board.
  • A group enjoying a fast RIB ride past The Needles, with a SEGA flag flying and the red-and-white lighthouse visible against the chalk cliffs.
  • A RIB making a turn causing a splash of water behind it. Passengers having fun.
  • Several rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) travel together toward a shoreline lined with houses, boats, and marina buildings. Passengers in life jackets sit facing forward as the boats create wakes behind them. Union Jack flags and masts of docked sailboats are visible along the waterfront.
  • A row of RIB boats filled with passengers moored beside large orange RNLI lifeboats.
  • Several RIB boats moored at a floating pontoon outside The George’s waterfront terrace.
  • Two RIB boats speeding across the water in front of a large cargo ship with passengers on board.
  • A group enjoying a fast RIB ride past The Needles, with a SEGA flag flying and the red-and-white lighthouse visible against the chalk cliffs.
  • A RIB making a turn causing a splash of water behind it. Passengers having fun.
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Our locations

The Solent and beyond

The Solent may be our home, but we operate throughout the UK, offering reliable nationwide support with consistently excellent service.

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What our customers say

These guys were brilliant. Would highly recommend them.

These guys were brilliant – both in helping to organise our trip for 40 scouts (many thanks Theo), and on the day: everyone was full of praise for rib skipper (Mike) for being relaxed and fun, but also super safe. Would highly recommend them. 30th Reigate Scouts.
Jonathan Gold

Skipper Jon on the day was great & always showed on time.

Very helpful with the passage plan and crafting the day ahead of time. Skipper Jon on the day was great, relaxed and always showed on time. Made for a wonderful day. The blast by The Needles was invigorating. We had two groups and a lovely lunch in Yarmouth.
David Chudleigh

I would strongly recommend Solent Rib Charter.

Fantastic Experience – Dealt with Jakob who was really helpful and efficient and had a brilliant day on the water. I would strongly recommend Solent Rib Charter and will definitely be using them again when I’m next in Lymington.
Tim Walkden

I'd absolutely 100% recommend these guys.

Chartered a bareboat RIB with Solent Rib Charter on the bank holiday weekend for a day out to the Isle of Wight. Absolutely top-notch customer service and I can’t overstate how helpful he was! I’d absolutely 100% recommend these guys.
Oliver Masters

Incredible company who at last minute were able to step in like heroes.

Incredible company who at last minute were able to step in like heroes when we were let down by another charter for my 40th Birthday (50 people from Lymington to The Hut and back!). If you want to book a RIB for any occasion, make sure you book with Solent Rib Charter!
Ben Peddie

Really nice people, with great kit and knowledge.

Rented a RIB from these guys which they brought down to Padstow. Boat in superb condition (their boats are used commercially and for leisure, so super well maintained). Summary: really nice people, with great kit and knowledge.
Mark O'Donoghue

Another wildly successful client RIB day with the wonderful Solent RIB Charter.

Another wildly successful client RIB day with the wonderful Solent RIB Charter. Well organised with friendly and professional skippers, our clients had a brilliant time again on what is one of our most popular annual events, thanks to Jakob, Christian & the team!
Sarah Ward

From start to finish the process was seamless.

We selected Solent Rib Charter for a team incentive. From start to finish the process was seamless. They were really flexible and allowed for us to enjoy the sights and have a relaxed lunch in Cowes. It was a great day out.
Martin Rennison

The most professional Rib charter company you will ever come across!

The most professional Rib charter company you will ever come across! Immaculately maintained boats and professional skippers make them stand out from the rest. Highly recommended!
Simon Hedley
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A group of people wearing life jackets enjoy a fast RIB boat ride on the Solent, smiling and waving as the boat cuts through the water with splashes around them.

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