Armstrong Building RHIB For San Francisco Tour Company

San Francisco tour company Bay Voyager will add a 11.3-meter RHIB (rigid hull inflatable boat) to its fleet this spring. Designed by Naiad and currently under construction at Armstrong Marine’s Port Angeles, Wash., production facility, the 37- by 13-foot monohull features a semi-open cabin design with full-width aft canopy and heavy duty fendering system. Twin Yamaha 300 hp. outboards and 265-gallon fuel capacity bring a wealth of points of interest within easy reach.

“This new boat will provide an expanded route with views of Alcatraz, wildlife, and the Golden Gate and Bay bridges,” said Capt. Charles Jennings of Bay Voyager. “It will be one of the most comprehensive and unique tours departing from the waterfront. We’re excited to be working with Armstrong Marine USA to offer this one of a kind experience on a one-of-a-kind vessel.”

With a certificate of inspection for 28 passengers and two crew, the RHIB more than doubles Bay Voyager’s current passenger capacity. A thoughtfully designed seating arrangement provides unobstructed views throughout. For passenger comfort and convenience, a head compartment is incorporated beneath the console. Additional customizations include a Raymarine navigation/electronics package and LED courtesy lights in the gunwales.

Armstrong Marine USA constructs welded aluminum catamarans, monohulls, and Naiad RHIBs.

Caption for photo (click on photo for full view): The 37-foot monohull vessel is under construction at Armstrong Marine. (Courtesy of Armstrong Marine)