Redbay Boats introduces the new Stormforce 650 – a RIB that feels bigger than its size
Redbay Boats unveils the new Stormforce 650, a rugged offshore RIB designed for stability, durability and professional-grade performance in challenging…
Redbay Boats
Redbay Boats is a family business established in 1977 in Cushendall on the north coast of Ireland, manufacturing handbuilt Stormforce RIBs from a 20,000 square foot facility with each vessel bespoke to owner requirements. Founded by the McLaughlin family with deep lifeboat service heritage, the company has grown into one of the biggest global brands in the RIB leisure and commercial market, exporting to more than 20 countries from Arctic waters to tropical seas.
Redbay Boats In The News
RIB Rendezvous 2026: Is this the largest RIB gathering at sea?
A fleet of 250 RIBs and nearly 1,000 crew will gather off Oban for RIB Rendezvous 2026, prompting a simple…
RIB Rendezvous 2026 – biggest yet
RIB Rendezvous 2026 heads to Oban with record-breaking entries, new sponsors, and cruising on some of Scotland’s most dramatic waters.
Redbay Boats names Pantaenius UK as preferred boat insurance partner
Redbay Boats new collaboration with Pantaenius UK Northern Irish boatbuilder Redbay Boats has entered into a new collaboration with Pantaenius…
A double first for Redbay Boats
Redbay Boats of Ireland have just launched their much anticipated, all-new 14.50m model. The vessel, now undergoing its initial sea…
Redbay Boats Features
RIB Rendezvous 2026: 250 boats, Scotland’s west coast and the UK’s biggest RIB gathering
The 2026 RIB Rendezvous brought 250 RIBs to the Isle of Kerrera near Oban for the UK’s largest rigid inflatable…
Dromquinna: A Boat for All Seasons
PBR’s Ed Hickling is extended a rare invitation to join owner John Brennan aboard his private custom-built motor yacht, Dromquinna…
Southampton Spectacle – Southampton International Boat Show
This year’s Southampton International Boat Show will see over 250 powered craft hailing from all around the world being presented…
Forty Years of Redbay
Redbay Boats will always remain a family business. … we have no plans to mass-produce boats; my preference is to…
Redbay Boats Tests & Reviews
Redbay 1150 – Twin Test
Jonathan Peers takes a brace of Redbay RIBs on a run to the wild and windswept Rathlin Island off Ireland’s…
Redbay 1250 Stormforce
This new Stormforce will undoubtedly set another highly credible milestone in Redbay’s 40-year history. The new Stormforce 1250 is a…
Redbay Stormforce 650
… this latest Redbay 650 package is faster and more versatile than the one I enjoyed back in 2010. ……
