Southampton & Portsmouth RIB Charter

04/09/2024

We spotted the PS Waverley a few more times today. Such a magnificent vessel.

Waverley Excursions

04/09/2024

We spotted the PS Waverley out on the water today. She is the last seagoing paddle steamer in the world.

She was first launched in 1946 and has had a couple of refits over the years. Thankfully in 2020 she had new boilers fitted and returned to service once more.

She is currently in the Solent area until the 25th September.

A truly magnificent vessel and piece of history.

Waverley Excursions Paddle Steamer Waverley Supporters Group

02/09/2024

Our brand New Highfield Patrol 760 “Aquaholic” has hit her first milestone of 100hrs on the water.

Skippers and client feedback have been so positive since her arrival 6 weeks ago. We too have been so impressed with her that we have just taken delivery of a 2nd boat to join our fleet.

After over 5 years of loyal service we say goodbye to our 2nd Ribeye 785 “Aquadiciton”

When we first bought her she had an extensive refit, her appearance further changed over the years as we made more upgrades. She served us well and welcomed thousands of guests onboard for many memorable days out on the water.

We are pleased to welcome our brand new Highfield Patrol 760 which is coded for 12 people (meaning we can carry 11 passengers plus a skipper) - our two new ribs are the very first of the ALL NEW Patrol model range from Highfield in the UK. They have been highly spec’d featuring a 300hp Mercury Outboard, 12” Simrad Plotter, Fusion sound system and Scot Suspension Seats.

Please welcome our BRAND NEW Highfield Patrol 760 “Aquadiction” giving us an all Highfield Rib fleet alongside her sister boat “Aquaholic” and our Highfield Patrol 860 “Aquatherapy”

The Solent’s newest fleet of ribs are now available for both skippered and bareboat charters.

Highfield Boats Highfield Boats UK Mercury Marine Simrad Yachting Scot Seats KPM Marine

27/08/2024

Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady leaving Portsmouth this evening.

Virgin Voyages Portsmouth International Port The News, Portsmouth

26/08/2024

A great day on the water yesterday with all our boats out in some tricky conditions in the afternoon.

Our fleet of Highfields had no issues in the 35 knot gusts giving a safe and comfortable ride across The Solent.

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20/07/2024

When Bear Grylls specifically asks to charter our Highfield Patrol 860 “Aquatherapy” again for a trip to The Isle of Wight.

18/07/2024

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15/07/2024

After over 7 years of loyal service we say goodbye to our very first Ribeye 785 “Aquaholic”

When we first bought her she had an extensive refit, her appearance further changed over the years as we made more upgrades. Aquaholic served us well and welcomed thousands of guests onboard for many memorable days out on the water.

The boats outline formed our logo which will remain as a nod to where we started all those years ago.

We have gone from strength to strength expanding our fleet as the years have gone on with the addition of our 2nd Ribeye 785 followed by of our Axopar 28 and most recently our Highfield Patrol 860.

We felt now was the right time to usher in the next chapter.

We are pleased to welcome our brand new Highfield Patrol 760 which is coded for 12 people (meaning we can carry 11 passengers plus a skipper) - it is the very first of the ALL NEW Patrol model range from Highfield in the UK. She has been highly spec’d featuring a 300hp Mercury Outboard, 12” Simrad Plotter, Fusion sound system and Scot Suspension Seats.

Please welcome our BRAND NEW “Aquaholic” Highfield Patrol 760.

She is now available for both skippered and bareboat charters.

Huge thank you to all the team at Highfield and BLS Marine Group for all their amazing work getting the boat ready.

Highfield Boats Highfield Boats UK Mercury Marine Mercury Outboards UK Simrad Yachting Scot Seat Direct Ltd

13/07/2024

Some exciting news coming on Monday……

Watch this space.

04/07/2024

Dear

What an amazing day on our coastal walk and beach clean .

This was all for charity, The Andrew Simpson Foundation - the target was to raise £5,000 and all the walkers collectively raised £8,600.

Thank you to everyone that donated on our page, you helped us raise £900 for this great cause. As a result some 300 disadvantaged children will be able to get out on the water sailing.

Was great to meet so many new faces involved in the marine industry.

Andrew Simpson Foundation : The Sailing Charity British Marine

03/07/2024

Axopar Owners Meet - 30th June 2024.

01/07/2024

Dear

Akis and Josh from Rib Shack Marine & Southampton and Portsmouth Rib Charter together with the British Marine Professional Services Association are taking part in a sponsored conservational coastal walk along the fantastic Lymington coast on the 4th July.

We will be walking a 16km route along the coast whilst collecting rubbish and other marine pollutants. We will be raising funds for a charity that does amazing work in our industry, the Andrew Simpson Foundation, all whilst helping to protect our treasured coastline.
The Andrew Simpson Foundation’s drive is their belief that all young people can excel and succeed in life and work. They believe that the challenges of sailing and water-sports do this by promoting health and wellbeing whilst building essential life skills. These skills then enable young people to progress through education and into work.
It is important for us to keep our industry alive and introduce new young people to the world of sailing and water-sports, meanwhile doing what we can for our coastline.

We understand that budgets are tight but we really would welcome any spare pennies that you would be willing to donate to such a great cause.

Please click on the link below:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/josh-akis

Andrew Simpson Foundation : The Sailing Charity British Marine

29/06/2024

A great day on the water for a trip over to Cowes for lunch The Garden Cowes and then a stop for a swim in Newton Creek before heading back to Hamble.

27/06/2024

Over the last two days we have been working as a support boat for a 38 strong sailing regatta.

We had bright blue skies but could have done with a bit more wind for the races.

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20/06/2024

What an evening on the Solent! We were tasked at the last minute to head out with Richard GaisfordGaisford and a media team to meet up with the crew of Sea Change. They’re taking part in the GB Row Challenge - where they are circumnavigating the British coastline, collecting scientific data on microplastics and other pollution for University of Portsmouth

With the recent bad weather it made for a pleasant change to catch them with calm seas and the sun shining.

Good luck to everyone taking part on the rest of the journey.

17/06/2024

Dear ,

We are really feeling the love!! We have just hit 3,000 followers on our page. What an incredible milestone!

As a small family run business we appreciate all the support from our clients, colleagues, contractors, skippers, friends and family.

We’ve had an incredible start to the season already and we are growing from strength to strength. We are very much looking forward to whats in store for the rest of the season and can’t wait to share what we get up to with you all.

Thank you for choosing us for your days out on The Solent!

16/06/2024

Today’s charter was a triple celebration - Father’s Day, a birthday and a 40th Wedding Anniversary. What better way to celebrate than by chartering one of our Ribs and having lunch at The Hut.

13/06/2024

Rib Shack Marine, the shared boat ownership business, has joined forces with Southampton & Portsmouth Rib Charter.

10/06/2024

Southampton & Portsmouth Rib Charter has grown from strength to strength over the last decade, from our very first Ribeye “Aquaholic” which was soon followed by our 2nd Ribeye “Aquadiction.” In the last two years we added our Axopar 28 “Thalassa” and our Highfield Patrol 860 “Aquatherapy.” Our charter business remains at the heart of what we do but also felt there was more we could be working on.

With this in mind, we are delighted to announce to you that Southampton & Portsmouth Rib Charter together with Josh Chapman have now merged with RIB Shack Marine.

Colin & Helen set up Rib Shack Marine in 2003, which has grown due to their passion and dedication ensuring that their boats and clients are at the forefront. Having had a strong relationship with Colin and Rib Shack for the past 8 years, this merger has taken place after discussions lasting over 12 months, ensuring complete understanding, mutual standards and visions that can co-exist. We believe by taking this step all our clients can rest assured that their interests and passions are fully recognised and continue to be backed up by a professional and caring company.

We look to further add to the development and ambition of Rib Shack Marine and can’t wait to share our future plans with you.

As always, and as a family run independent business we couldn’t do this without the support from our loyal customers, friends and family. We thank you all for your ongoing support.

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09/06/2024

Yesterday we had the honour of providing 5 boats to police the exclusion zone around Portsmouth and Southsea for the Red Arrows display.

Thank you to all those that co-operated with our team in keeping out of the zone and enabled the display to go ahead according to plan.

Was an amazing spectacle and a part of the many events that went on for The Armed Forces Day. A perfect end to a very busy week in Portsmouth after the 80th Anniversary of D-Day.

Thank you to Onboard and C2 RIBS for their help. PCA Ltd operators working together.

08/06/2024

Red Arrows performing a 22 minute display in Portsmouth 8th June 2024 for Armed Forces Day.

RAF Red Arrows Royal Air Force The News, Portsmouth

07/06/2024

Dear ,

Stay tuned for the next in the series of our big announcements.

We can’t wait to share with you what else we have been working on during the off season.

We still have lots more exciting news coming soon too!

06/06/2024

Remembering D-Day 80 years on.

The D-Day landings of 6th June 1944 was the largest seaborne invasion in history. Along with the associated airborne operations, it marked the beginning of the liberation of France and Western Europe.

Remembering all the heroes that landed on those beaches 80 years ago who fought and many lost their lives for our Freedom!

05/06/2024

What an amazing sight!

05/06/2024

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18/05/2024

Yesterday we had 4 ribs and 44 guests that we took across to The Hut for a 40th Birthday Celebration. Was a superb day, flat calm and glorious sunshine.

We had a call first thing in the morning asking to add on an extra boat (originally had 3 booked in) as there were some last minute additions to the group. After a few phone calls we managed to sort this out for our clients. A massive thank you to Rob from Associated Marine Training for supplying the boat and David Ramos for dropping his plans to come and skipper for us at the last minute.

One of the many reasons we love this industry and our PCA Ltd family that everyone is on hand to help each other out with only a few hrs notice.

11/05/2024

Aurora Borealis over The Needles taken last night.

Stunning light show over our playground.

Photo: Chad Powell Landscape Photographer

06/05/2024

Superb bank holiday weekend charter.

The sun was shining on the birthday celebrations for these 6 ladies who were dining at The Hut.

We collected them from Port Solent Marina then did some sightseeing before heading for lunch and then dropped them off at Gunwharf Quays for the evening.

03/05/2024

Queen Anne is heading on her maiden voyage to Lisbon, taking in La Coruña.

Superb firework display to see her off.

Fair Winds and Following Seas

Thanks to Captain Ramos for the lift.

03/05/2024

Just finished Day 5 of a STCW Course with Fireaid GMT based in Hythe.

We did our First Aid yesterday and Sea Survival today.

Superb course and great trainers. Would highly recommend!

Great fun with Cpt David Ramos somehow we passed!!!

Fireaid GMT