Gemini Marine

Gemini Marine is a South African RIB specialist with a heritage dating back to 1979. Based in Cape Town, the company designs and manufactures one of the most comprehensive ranges of rigid inflatable boats and inflatable craft on the market, serving professional operators in rescue, military, patrol and law-enforcement roles around the world.

For more than four decades Gemini Marine has built its reputation on resilience, reliability and durability in the harshest operating environments. Its boats are proven in some of the world’s most treacherous coastal and offshore conditions, underpinning long-term partnerships with elite organisations that demand absolute confidence from their equipment.

A defining feature of every Gemini is the rounded deep‑V hull, engineered to deliver exceptional performance, soft ride comfort and precise high‑speed handling, particularly in heavy seas. Each vessel is produced using up‑to‑date technologies and advanced manufacturing techniques, with a strong focus on consistent quality and long service life.

Gemini Marine’s Technical, Development and Quality teams work closely with clients across a wide spectrum of operational profiles, from coastal rescue and harbour patrol to defence and special operations. Through detailed consultation and continuous innovation, the brand continually refines its designs to meet evolving global requirements while maintaining the rugged practicality for which it is known.

The company operates under an ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certified by DNV, giving buyers assurance that every stage of the production process is tightly controlled. Since 1984, Gemini Marine has been the sole supplier of rescue craft from 4 metres up to 10.6‑metre Cabin Class II vessels to the National Sea Rescue Institute, supporting lifesaving operations along South Africa’s demanding coastline.

Gemini Marine’s client base includes leading governmental and international agencies such as the UK Ministry of Defence, the Royal New Zealand Navy, the United Nations, the Australian Defence Force, Australian Federal Police, NSW Water Police, Olympic security units, the African Union and Singapore Special Forces. This breadth of reference underscores the brand’s standing as a trusted partner in professional RIBs worldwide.

Across its open and cabin Waverider ranges, Gemini Marine offers versatile platforms configurable for commercial, leisure, rescue and patrol applications. Owners value the combination of sea‑keeping, safety, and build quality that defines the brand’s commitment to "making the best, better".