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16/05/2007 -- Avon Inflatables, the UK’s leading RIB and inflatables manufacturer and a technical partner for the Gipsy Moth IV project will be joining in the welcome celebrations for the Gipsy Moth IV when she returns to Queen Anne’s Battery Marina, Plymouth on 28th May 2007 – 40 years to the day since Sir Francis Chichester returned from his record breaking voyage.

Avon’s luxurious four-stroke 490 Seasport De Luxe RIB has been selected to meet the Gipsy Moth IV and return the skipper to shore at 1500 hrs to be officially welcomed back by Giles Chichester MEP, son of Sir Francis Chichester, and the Lord Mayor of Plymouth. Avon’s inboard RIB will also be utilised as a spectator vessel for anyone wishing to view Gipsy Moth’s arrival from the water.

Avon 490 Inboard

04/01/2007 [UK] (by Nicola Holder) -- Avon Inflatables, the UK’s leading RIB and inflatables manufacturer has announced they will debut the brand new Avon Adventure Open 580 and two versions of the eagerly anticipated four-stroke Seasport 320 Jet RIB at the Collins Stewart London Boat Show.

AVON’S TURBOCHARGED JET
Regarded as the pioneer of jet RIBs, Avon’s latest Seasport Jet, the 320 combines product excellence with 21st century technology, making it ‘the’ RIB to own. Available in two versions, the SC DL and SC RIB, the 320 utilises four-stroke technology, boasting a turbocharged 104hp 750cc engine that uses jet propulsion to guarantee reliability and power.

The Avon Seasport 320 Jet RIB

The SC DL is a deluxe version that offers fully upholstered side-by-side seating for the pilot and passenger and comes complete with an aft locker, three cleats, a console with folding steering wheel, and boarding step with integrated navigation lights.

12/02/2007 [UK] (by Becky Hunt) -- BHG Marine Ltd, one of Avon Inflatables’ longest serving dealers, will be showing a large selection of Avon and Bombard RIBs and tenders at this year’s Beaulieu BoatJumble. It is the largest in Europe and will take place on Sunday 29th April, welcoming around 10,500 visitors.

Avon will be located within BoatWorld which is dedicated to new RIBs, motorboats, trailer yachts and equipment; a key part of the very busy BoatJumble scene. Featured within the Avon display will be a selection of Dinghies, Rovers and Adventure Ribs, renowned for their stability, buoyancy and comfort, they are a favourite amongst boaters and sure to be a success at the BoatJumble.

Managing Director of BHG Marine Ltd, Paul Martin commented, “Beaulieu BoatJumble is perfect for exhibitors and boating enthusiasts alike. Year after year there are improvements made for all involved and the attendance figures reflect this. Many visitors will be looking out for Avon because of its reputation of high quality and excellent craftsmanship. We are delighted to be exhibiting in collaboration with them.”

- Why RIBs Offer Advantages Over Traditional Fiberglass Boats
- Four Top Reasons From the Experts at AB Inflatables

MIAMI, Feb. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Today's modern, high-quality inflatable boats are being used for a wide variety of applications as primary vessels -- doing everything from pulling waterskiers and fishing to serious coastal cruising and more. Of course, the design attributes of modern inflatable boats -- including their lightweight design, safety and capacity -- still make them ideal for use as yacht tenders. But today's breed of RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) has proven itself a popular alternative to traditional fiberglass boats for many activities and are now available in a wide range of sizes, from eight-foot tenders to 28-foot luxury models.

Here are four reasons offered why people are choosing inflatable boats over their fiberglass counterparts from the industry leaders at AB Inflatables:

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Walker Bay Boats Wins Innovation Award at the Miami Boat Show

Yakima, WA, February 23, 2006 - Walker Bay Boats Inc. has been awarded the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Innovation Award for the new Genesis RIB at the Miami International Boat Show. Michael Carroll, Director of Marketing accepted the award and said, "The competition was tough, there were a lot of great products and we are very pleased to accept this award." With over 75 entries, Walker Bay was one of three boat manufacturers to win an award. "We are entering into a new market with our RIB and Inflatable lines and this award goes a long way to recognizing the innovation our designers and engineers have achieved over the years," concluded Carroll.

Genesis is the first injection molded RIB in the world. It uses a proprietary High Impact Marine Composite (HIMC) to create a light weight hull that absorbs vibration, is durable and easy to maintain. The V-hull design incorporates dynamic hull channels, integrated trim tabs, and a V-Lift(TM) recess in the stern keel to optimize performance. Innovative features like the self draining floor, wheels in the stern, removable tube design and smart storage, to mention a few, make Genesis a practical boat with high-end comforts for a lower price. Over 40 proprietary molds create Genesis, the most custom built small RIB in the market.

Avon Showcases New Luxury 490 Inboard RIB at Inward Mission

Inward Mission of Journalists 5th-9th June 2006

The UK’s leading RIB manufacturer, Avon Inflatables will be offering their new 490 Seasport De Luxe inboard to test, during this year’s Inward Mission of Journalists. The top of the range luxury RIB, which has pioneered a new standard of sophistication and style in the world of RIBs, will be tested out on the water in Cowes, as part of the journalist initiative, arranged by the British Marine Federation.

The Avon 490 Inboard

Launched at the 2006 London Boat Show, the sporty 490 De Luxe has set a new benchmark among discerning RIB users, who appreciate the exceptional quality Avon is renowned for. The chic, original design of the 490 inboard coupled with unrivalled performance makes the RIB perfect for satisfying the needs of the most demanding super-yacht and luxury RIB owners.