Emergency boats and tenders: supply, inspection and repair

Versilia Marine Service specialises in emergency boats and tenders, providing dedicated services for inflatable boats, rescue boats and inflatable craft used in leisure, professional and commercial shipping. Our services include supplying new units and carrying out the work required to keep those already in use in suitable working condition. Each craft is assessed in relation to its construction, materials and intended use, distinguishing between the requirements of tenders used for transfers and onboard services and those of boats intended for emergency and rescue operations.

Choosing a boat requires taking several factors into account, including size, intended use, available space on board and the systems provided for handling it. Versilia Marine Service supplies tenders, inflatable boats and rescue boats in different types, identifying the craft best suited to the customer’s stated operational requirements.

Tenders are generally used for travel between the vessel and shore or as service craft, while rescue boats meet specific needs related to assistance and emergency procedures. A preliminary assessment therefore helps guide the choice by considering not only the boat’s size, but also its intended use and how it will be managed on board.

Exposure to salt water, the elements and frequent handling can cause wear or damage to pneumatic parts over time. For this reason, Versilia Marine Service carries out inspection and repair of inflatable boats, tenders and rescue boats, assessing the condition of the craft directly before determining the work required.

The company is authorised to repair inflatable boats made from PVC and neoprene. The work is determined according to the condition of the materials and the problems identified, with particular attention to the integrity of the inflatable sections and any components that may affect the boat’s use.

A technical assessment distinguishes situations requiring a specific repair from those needing more extensive work, avoiding standardised procedures and evaluating each craft according to its actual condition.

Its expertise in working with inflatable materials is also used for the repair of fenders, platforms and inflatable water toys designed for the marine environment. Abrasion, minor damage and material deterioration can affect various items on board or used while the boat is moored.

These services complement the company’s work on inflatable craft, allowing components and structures requiring specific repairs to PVC, neoprene or similar materials to be assessed as well. Inspecting the type of damage directly makes it possible to determine the most appropriate solution for the structure and its use. The assessment also considers the location of the damage and the construction characteristics of the affected structure.