RIB Hire for Surveys and Site Inspection Support

Reliable Access for Marine, Environmental & Engineering Projects

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Affordable Pricing

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Accurate surveys and site inspections depend on safe, predictable access to the water — and that’s exactly what Maritime Expert provides. From our base on Lough Ree in Athlone, we deliver professional RIB hire with qualified crew for engineering surveys, environmental assessments, shoreline inspections, infrastructure checks, and commercial site visits across Ireland and the UK.

Whether you’re working on inland waterways, rivers, lakes, marinas, or sheltered coastal areas, our commercially coded RIBs offer the capability, stability and efficiency needed to get your team on site quickly and safely.

Purpose-Built Support for Survey & Inspection Teams

Survey work often demands precise vessel handling, low-speed manoeuvring, controlled positioning, and the ability to hold station in changing conditions. Our helms work these waters daily and understand the operational requirements of marine surveyors, ecologists, engineers, and inspection contractors.

We support a wide range of on-water activities including:

  • Hydrographic & bathymetric surveys
  • Environmental monitoring and water sampling
  • Shoreline, jetty & pier inspections
  • Bridge, lock & infrastructure assessments
  • Utility and cable route checks
  • Drone-assisted survey support
  • Engineering site visits
  • Pre-project and post-project inspections

Our deep knowledge of inland waterways makes us an ideal partner for accessing difficult or sensitive sites where precision is essential and conditions may change rapidly.

Our RIBs & Capabilities

Every Maritime Expert RIB used for survey and inspection support comes with:

  • Qualified, experienced helms with inland & coastal backgrounds
  • Commercial coding and full insurance
  • Stable deep-V hulls suitable for slow-speed and station-holding work
  • High-capacity deck space for equipment, tools, sensors and cases
  • Tow lines, safety equipment, first-aid kits and communication systems
  • Fuel, planning and logistics support included

If your project requires specific equipment or deck arrangements, we’ll work with you to configure the vessel or coordinate additional support boats as needed.

Efficient Access for Better Data

Survey and inspection operations thrive on clear planning and dependable execution. We assist with access planning, safe routes, timings, weather considerations, and risk assessments to ensure your team can focus entirely on collecting accurate data.

We can integrate with your existing team or operate as your dedicated marine access provider for single-day or multi-day projects.

Book With Confidence

From engineering firms to environmental consultancies, local authorities to marine contractors, Maritime Expert provides reliable, compliant and efficient RIB support for survey and inspection work across Ireland & the UK.

Book Maritime Expert for survey-ready RIB hire and get safe access to even the most challenging sites.