What ASIS Boats does

ASIS Boats is a Dubai-headquartered, privately-held manufacturer of purpose-built Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) founded in 2005/2006 and serving military, government, and commercial clients in more than 80 countries. The company's customers include the US Navy, UAE Armed Forces, Department of Homeland Security, Indonesian Navy, Royal Thai Navy, Brazilian Armed Forces, Saudi Aramco, NEOM, NAFFCO, and numerous coast-guard and police agencies, with a roster that the company puts at 50+ government agencies. Production runs from an 11,000+ square-meter vertically integrated facility in Jebel Ali, Dubai, complemented by a US regional headquarters in South Carolina established in December 2025.

ASIS manufactures eight core boat lines — Military, Law Enforcement, Firefighting/SAR, Work Boats, Fiberglass (Air Hull®), Aluminium (Foam Shield® Hull), Amphibious (AAS-100), and Fully Inflatable — ranging from 5.1m to 15m in length. The proprietary technology stack rests on four registered/trademarked assets: FoamShield® (foam-injected aluminum hulls for unsinkable performance and noise/vibration reduction), Air Hull® (reverse-chine fiberglass hull for lift and dry ride), HybFoam® (closed-cell foam-filled Hypalon/PU tubes for puncture-resistant buoyancy), and the AAS-100 Amphibious System (4WD hydraulic retractable wheels with fly-by-wire controls). Mission-modular integrations include Dyneema ballistic panels, Skydex shock-mitigation flooring, Ullman/Shockwave seating, and a C4ISR package of thermal, low-light video, and encrypted voice/data communications. Certifications cover ISO 9001/14001/45001, CE, NMMA, ABYC, USCG Sub-Chapter T, SOLAS (6.5m Fast Rescue Boat), and AMSA.

Revenue is generated on a quote-based, build-to-order model with multi-year contract cadence: each vessel is fully customized in hull material, propulsion (outboard/inboard/jet/stern-drive), electronics, seating, and mission equipment, with pricing determined by configuration. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales — direct factory sales from Dubai, direct sales from the new South Carolina office, and a global distributor network (e.g., PT Tirta in Indonesia, Saudi SICLI for the Kingdom). Complementary revenue streams include operator training (basic navigation, VBSS, firefighting, MDA), consulting/engineering for mission definition, and aftermarket service, hull/tube refurbishment, and spare-parts supply. Sister company Ocean Craft Marine runs the AIME innovation laboratory, including the Project Perfect Storm initiative.

Name

ASIS Boats

Legal name

ASIS Boats

Website

https://asisboats.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ASIS Boats is a Dubai-headquartered, privately-held manufacturer of purpose-built Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) for military, law enforcement, firefighting/SAR, and commercial clients across more than 80 countries, operating a vertically integrated 11,000 sqm Jebel Ali factory and a new South Carolina US headquarters, with build-to-order sales complemented by training and aftermarket services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Vessel Manufacturing (Rigid Inflatable Boats)

NAICS

Boat Building (336612), Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) & Inflatable Leisure Craft Manufacturing (IMAJAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Patrol, Interceptor & Law-Enforcement Craft (Coast Guard, Customs) (IMAJADAD), Fireboats & Emergency Response Craft (IMAJADAH), Landing Craft & Amphibious Workboats (LCM/LCT-style, Beaching Craft) (IMAJADAK), Life-Saving Appliances & Safety Equipment (Davit Systems, Lifeboats, Firefighting) (IMAJAIAG)

Keywords

• Rigid inflatable boats
• Military boat manufacturing
• Law enforcement vessels
• Search rescue boats
• Marine work boats

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Rigid Inflatable Boat Manufacturing: ASIS manufactures purpose-built Rigid Inflatable Boats to order for military, government, and professional clients. Every boat is fully customized to meet specific mission requirements. Boats are sold as complete vessels including hull, tubes, propulsion systems, and equipment.
2. Training Services: Comprehensive operational and technical training programs for maritime professionals covering basic navigation, operational training, technical courses, service and maintenance, advanced navigation, firefighting techniques, VBSS training, and Maritime Domain Awareness training.
3. Consulting Services: Maritime solution consulting covering mission comprehension, tailored solutions development, and engineering support for boat customization and operational requirements.
4. Service and Support: After-sales technical support, engine repair, hull and deck services, tube servicing, refurbishment, and spare parts supply worldwide.
5. Accessories and Equipment: Sale of boat accessories including consoles, cabins, frames, seats, T-tops, and other marine equipment for customization.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ASIS Boats designs and manufactures purpose-built Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs/RHIBs) to order for military, law enforcement, search and rescue, firefighting, and commercial/professional clients worldwide. Each vessel is fully customized across hull type (aluminum or fiberglass), propulsion (outboard, inboard, jet, stern drive), sponson material (Hypalon or PU), seating, electronics, and mission equipment, and is delivered with complementary training, consulting, and after-sales service support.

Product overview

ASIS Boats is a world-leading manufacturer of Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) offering a comprehensive portfolio of purpose-built vessels and maritime solutions. The core product line includes eight distinct boat categories: Military, Law Enforcement, Firefighting/SAR, Work Boats, Fiberglass (Air Hull®), Aluminium (Foam Shield® Hull), Amphibious, and Fully Inflatable boats. All boats are fully customizable with various propulsion systems (outboard, inboard, jet, stern drive), hull materials, and accessories. The company provides complementary services including training (operational, technical, VBSS, firefighting), consulting, and service/support. The portfolio is supported by proprietary technologies such as Air Hull® reverse chine design, Foam Shield® foam-filled aluminum hull, HybFoam® tube technology, AAS-100 amphibious system, and C4SIR technology integration. Through its AIME innovation laboratory (sister company Ocean Craft Marine), ASIS develops advanced maritime solutions including the Project Perfect Storm initiative.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Military RIB Boats High-performance Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) built to military-grade specifications for navy, coast guard, special operations, and anti-piracy missions worldwide, fully customized with mission-specific electronics, weapons integration, ballistic protection, and shock-mitigation features.
• Law Enforcement Boats Multi-mission configurable police and patrol Rigid Inflatable Boats designed for high-speed vessel interdiction, non-compliant boarding, and law enforcement operations, customizable with navigation electronics, tactical lighting, and specialized equipment.
• Firefighting / SAR Boats Rescue boats equipped with firefighting systems, high-capacity pumps, water cannons, and search and rescue capabilities for firefighters and emergency response professionals operating in rivers, dams, coastal waters, and open sea environments.
• Work Boats Commercial Rigid Inflatable Boats designed for marine transport, oil and gas offshore operations, marina management, diving operations, and sailing support applications, with customizable deck layouts for commercial payloads and crew transfer.
• Fiberglass Boats (Air Hull®) Rigid Inflatable Boats featuring the proprietary Air Hull® molded concave reverse-chine fiberglass hull design that delivers precise turning, inherent lift, and the ability to navigate more extreme sea conditions.
• Aluminium Boats (Foam Shield® Hull) Rigid Inflatable Boats with the proprietary Foam Shield® aluminum hull technology, in which the hull is injected with waterproof closed-cell foam to deliver rigidity, stability, near-unsinkable floatability, vibration and noise reduction, and high-speed performance in rough seas.
• Amphibious Boats (AAS-100) Professional Rigid Inflatable Boats featuring the AAS-100 4WD hydraulic retractable steerable wheel system enabling travel between land and sea, available as an upgrade option across ASIS boat sizes from 5.1m to 12m.
• Fully Inflatable Boats Heavy-duty fully inflatable boats manufactured with Hypalon 1670 DTEX or PU material, purposefully designed for the most rigorous environments and use, foldable and compact for easy storage and deployment.
• Boat Accessories Comprehensive range of boat accessories including consoles, cabins, frames, posts, seating options, T-tops, canopies, navigation systems, and safety equipment for customizing ASIS RIBs.
• Training Services Comprehensive operational and technical training programs for maritime professionals covering basic and advanced navigation, operational and technical training, service and maintenance, firefighting techniques, VBSS (visit, board, search and seizure) training, and Maritime Domain Awareness training.
• Consulting Services Expert maritime consulting covering mission comprehension, tailored solutions development, and engineering support for boat customization and operational requirements.
• Service and Support After-sales technical support including engine repair, hull and deck services, tube servicing, fuel and water tank inspection, upholstery replacement, refurbishment, spare parts supply, and worldwide technical assistance.

Quantifiable outcome

• 20+ years of manufacturing excellence in Rigid Inflatable Boats
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered strategic, core and significant.

• South Carolina (USA)strategicOthers · 5 December 2025ASIS Boats established US headquarters in South Carolina, marking a significant expansion of operations into the American market. The Dubai-based company chose South Carolina for its favorable business environment and strategic positioning.
• Saudi SICLIcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2024ASIS Boats partnered with Saudi SICLI to supply NEOM with firefighting and search & rescue rigid inflatable boats. The partnership supports NEOM's sustainable urban development with advanced maritime safety capabilities in the Red Sea region. SICLI serves as the local partner facilitating the delivery and support of ASIS vessels.
• NAFFCOsignificantOthersASIS Boats delivered 13 custom aluminum 9.5m firefighting boats to NAFFCO, a firefighting and safety equipment company. The boats were designed with precision to meet NAFFCO's specific requirements for maritime firefighting capabilities.
• PT TirtacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPT Tirta serves as ASIS Boats' exclusive representative in Indonesia, facilitating the third consecutive boat delivery project for the Indonesian Navy. The partnership demonstrates long-term trust and operational reliability in the Southeast Asian naval market.
• NEOMsignificantOthersNEOM, the Saudi Arabian smart city project, received 2 ASIS Rigid Inflatable Boats (12m firefighting and 9.5m SAR) for Red Sea operations supporting sustainable development and maritime safety.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Brunswick Corporation (Boston Whaler): Brunswick owns Boston Whaler and related marine brands producing commercial, law enforcement, and recreational boats. A large incumbent with overlapping rigid-hull products but broader portfolio and much greater scale than ASIS.
• Halmatic (Babcock International): Babcock's Halmatic division produces patrol and workboat hulls for UK and international naval and security customers. Broader maritime engineering incumbent with overlapping patrol boat offerings, but RIBs are a smaller part of its portfolio versus ASIS's specialization.
• Fassmer Shipyards: Fassmer manufactures fast patrol vessels, rescue boats, and special-purpose craft for coast guards, navies, and SAR operators worldwide. A broader maritime incumbent whose fast-rescue-craft line competes with ASIS in the SAR and patrol segments.

Direct peers

• Highfield Boats: Highfield Boats produces aluminum-hull RIBs and tenders for commercial, military, and recreational markets globally. Overlapping product technology (aluminum RIBs) and international distribution profile make it a close comparable to ASIS.
• Williams Jet Tenders: Williams Jet Tenders builds high-performance jet-propelled RIBs and tenders, including specialized superyacht tenders and high-speed commercial craft. Comparable RIB manufacturing expertise and premium-performance positioning to ASIS.
• Northstar Boats: Northstar Boats manufactures aluminum RIBs with Hypalon tubes for military, law enforcement, fire/rescue, and commercial clients. Comparable custom-build model and similar customer mix to ASIS.
• Zodiac Milpro: Zodiac Milpro is the military and professional division of Zodiac Nautic, a global leader in inflatable and rigid inflatable boats. It directly competes with ASIS in military, law enforcement, and special-ops RIBs for naval and coast guard customers worldwide.
• SAFE Boats International: SAFE Boats International builds purpose-built aluminum patrol and RIB boats primarily for US Navy, Coast Guard, federal law enforcement, and allied military customers. Comparable to ASIS in mission-customized RIBs for defense and homeland security buyers.
• RIBCRAFT: RIBCRAFT designs and manufactures professional-grade rigid inflatable boats for military, law enforcement, and commercial operators. Directly comparable product line (aluminum and fiberglass hull RIBs in similar size ranges) and customer base overlap.

Others

• Ocean Craft Marine: Sister company of ASIS Boats, operating from Annapolis, Maryland, and serving the American continent through the AIME maritime innovation laboratory. Functions as a related entity / distribution and innovation arm rather than a direct competitor, but product overlap exists.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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