SOLAS RESCUE TENDERS
Safety. Reliability. Compliance.
Each SOLAS Rescue Tender is designed and manufactured in Britain by Rib-X, embodying the perfect balance of uncompromising safety, precision engineering, and superyacht-level luxury. Rib-X SOLAS Rescue Tenders are purpose-built to execute man-over-board recovery with confidence and provide a reliable marshalling platform for life-rafts, ensuring performance when it matters most.
For owners seeking a truly bespoke solution, Rib-X offers a tailored design service for approved tenders.
ISO 9001 Accredited
MED/ solas approved
proven reliability
Our SOLAS Rescue Tender Range
OVERVIEW
5.0m SOLAS
| SPECIFICATION | |
|---|---|
| LOA | 5.00m |
| BEAM | 2.27M (7'5") |
| DRY WEIGHT | approx.1175kg |
| ENGINE | SOLAS approved yanmar or volvo penta |
| propulsion | hamilton jet drive |
| FUEL CAPACITY | 100 litres |
| SEATING | 5 + 1 crew |
OVERVIEW
6.0m SOLAS
| SPECIFICATION | |
|---|---|
| LOA | 6.00m |
| BEAM | 2.55M (8'4") |
| DRY WEIGHT | approx. 1250kg |
| ENGINE | solas approved yanmar or volvo penta |
| propulsion | hamilton jet drive |
| FUEL CAPACITY | 150 litres |
| SEATING | 6 + 1 crew |
OVERVIEW
7.0m SOLAS
| SPECIFICATION | |
|---|---|
| LOA | 7.00m |
| BEAM | 2.20M (7'2") |
| DRY WEIGHT | approx. 1865kg |
| ENGINE | solas approved yanmar or volvo penta |
| propulsion | hamilton jet drive |
| FUEL CAPACITY | 200 LITRES |
| SEATING | 8 + 2 crew |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is a SOLAS Rescue Tender and why choose Rib-X?
A SOLAS Rescue Tender is a certified emergency craft built to meet the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) international standards. Rib-X SOLAS Rescue Tenders are manufactured in the Rib-X Lloyd’s Approved manufacturing facility here in the UK and combine compliance with MED certification, high performance engineering, operational safety and a superyacht level of attention to detail, making them a trusted choice for superyachts and commercial vessels worldwide.
2. Which yachts and vessels require a SOLAS Rescue Tender?
Yachts 500 gross tonnes (GT) and above, along with certain commercially operated vessels, are required by international regulations to carry a SOLAS-certified rescue tender. Rib-X assists owners, captains and shipyards in selecting the correct model to meet compliance requirements and their individual needs.
3. What certifications do Rib-X SOLAS Rescue Tenders carry?
Rib-X SOLAS tenders are fully SOLAS and MED approved, ensuring adherence to both international and European maritime safety standards. Each tender is traceable from production in the Lloyd’s Approved manufacturing facility.
4. What propulsion systems do Rib-X SOLAS Rescue Tenders use?
Rib-X SOLAS tenders are fitted with SOLAS-approved Yanmar or Volvo Penta inboard engines paired with Hamilton or Alamarin jet drives. This combination ensures rapid deployment, precise low-speed control and safe operation around personnel, ideal for the demanding superyacht environment. If tender weight is a main requirement due to lifting considerations, a Volvo Penta inboard engine is preferred due to its lightweight aluminium block.
5. What is a righting frame, and why is it important?
A righting frame enables a SOLAS rescue tender to self-right after capsizing, ensuring continuous operation and crew safety. Rib-X incorporates low-profile righting frames into all SOLAS models to keep the self-righting mechanism as minimal as possible while meeting regulatory standards and operational safety requirements.
6. Can Rib-X SOLAS Rescue Tenders be customised?
Yes. Rib-X offers customisation for all its SOLAS Rescue Tenders including hull and deck colours, onboard equipment layouts and seating arrangements. All modifications remain with SOLAS certification limits while allowing integration with superyacht aesthetics and operational needs.
7. Where are Rib-X SOLAS Rescue Tenders manufactured?
All Rib-X SOLAS Rescue Tenders are built in their Lloyd’s Approved manufacturing facility on the UK South Coast, ensuring consistent quality, traceable manufacturing and full compliance with SOLAS and MED standards.
8. What sizes of SOLAS Rescue Tenders does Rib-X offer?
Rib-X provides SOLAS Rescue Tenders in multiple sizes to suit different superyacht layouts, operational needs and regulatory requirements. Models range for 5.0m to 7.0m, each engineered for safety, reliability, performance and dual-role capabilities.
9. Can Rib-X SOLAS Tenders be easily stored onboard?
Yes. Rib-X works closely with captains and crew to optimise tender chock positions, lifting points and storage arrangements. Every SOLAS Rescue Tender comes with detailed lifting diagrams and recommendations to ensure safe, efficient storage in superyacht garages or on deck while keeping the tender ready for rapid deployment.
10. How can Rib-X create fully custom SOLAS Rescue Tenders for unique superyacht requirements?
Rib-X provides Bespoke SOLAS Tenders tailored to the client’s exact specifications including:
- Custom hull shapes and deck layouts
- Advanced onboard systems and optional accessories
- Specialised rescue or chase-boat configurations
All customisations and bespoke SOLAS Rescue Tenders maintain full SOLAS and MED compliance while meeting the superyacht owner’s aesthetic and operational requirements.
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SOLAS Rescue Tenders Explained: Requirements for Superyachts over 500GT
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