Brix Marine delivers third RIB to Hawaiian tour operator

Iruka Hawaii Experience's new 41'x15' RIB Warrior underway. All photos belong to Brix Marine.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. Brix Marine, Port Angeles, Wash., has delivered a 41'x15' Naiad rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) to Iruka Hawaii Experience, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. The 41’ RIB Warrior marks the third vessel Brix Marine has built and delivered to the Hawaiian tourism company. 

Designed in close coordination with Iruka’s operations team, a Brix press release noted Warrior was custom-built to enhance the company’s marine wildlife tours and educational expeditions. Certified under U.S. Coast Guard Subchapter T regulations, the aluminum RIB accommodates 40 passengers plus crew.

Powered by triple Suzuki 300-hp dual-prop outboards, the new vessel will support tours around Oahu and Kona.

Go to this link to read the full article published by WorkBoat: https://www.workboat.com/brix-marine-delivers-third-rib-to-hawaiian-tourism-company