Ribcraft Competitors

Highfield Boats has become the world’s number one RIB manufacturer. Established in 2011, Highfield Boats has developed into a worldwide boat builder with a complete line of rigid-inflatable hull boats (RIBs). Highfield now offers small tenders from 2.4m, all the way up to a full line of heavy duty RIBs which will be at home on any ocean. With dealers and distributors in 45 countries, Highfield Boats has become the top choice worldwide for leisure and commercial use. Highfield rigid hull inflatable boats (RIBs) feature exclusive powder-coated aluminium hulls and are renowned for their durability and performance. Highfield’s state-of-the-art production facility is located in Weihai, China. Under European management, the facility covers 26,000 sqm, employs 350 staff and has adopted the latest technologies available to guarantee production of the finest RIBs money can buy. Over 37,000 RIBS have been sold to date by Highfield Boats. Highfield Boats have built a reputation as the ‘go to’ supplier for some of the world’s biggest sailing events. The RIB fleets are used for crowd control, escorts to competing yachts, sponsor hospitality and on the water management. The company is a partner of the internationally renowned Extreme Sailing Series, the Route de Rhum, and the Vendee Globe, where, in November 2020 a spectacular fleet of 50 Highfield RIBs were used during the start line spectacle.

Ribeye is a British family business that began its journey by the sea in Dartmouth, Devon in the late 90s. From its inception the DNA of Ribeye has been consistent – superior levels of build quality and equally important, outstanding performance in whatever the UK seas could throw at them. Their unique deep V hulls, all designed in the UK, are tried and tested in the toughest environments on the Devon coast and Ribeye take pride in manufacturing a RIB that is beautiful yet unbreakable. Ribeye is now in its second generation as the younger family members are developing and evolving the brand yet maintaining the core values which have garnered such a reputation within the industry. Behind the scenes the team have made ground breaking steps in manufacturing techniques and the continual improvement in hull designs and features maintains their position as an industry leader.

For over 10 years, Walker Bay® has redefined the benchmark for small boats. Manufacturing an award winning line of exceptionally crafted motorboats, sailboats, rowboats, RIBs and high-pressure inflatable kayaks, Walker Bay® continues to push the boundaries of innovation with boats that are durable, versatile, practical and easy to use. With over 80,000 boats in use, Walker Bay® is available in over 50 countries around the world,