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“I’m Completely Hooked – Even More Than My Husband” – Gemma’s Grand G680 Story
My husband and I purchased a Grand G680 Boat at the end of 2024, after extensively researching various boats on the market. As first-time boat

Grand Boats Appoint Chivers Marine as WA Dealer
We’re excited to announce the appointment of Chivers Marine as our exclusive dealer for Grand Boats in Western Australia. An iconic name in Western Australia

Not All RIBs Are Created Equal. Here’s What Sets Ours Apart…
Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) continue to grow in popularity – both worldwide and here in Australia – with a growing number of manufacturers producing their
Advantages of Rigid Inflatable Boats: Top 10 Benefits of RIBs
Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) have gained huge popularity over the years and for good reasons. Here in Australia in particular, these boats very much represent
10 Ways To Use A Rigid Inflatable Boat
An increasingly popular vessel of choice, Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) have changed the way people approach and think about boating. Combining the stability and durability
Jet Ski vs RIB Boat: Which is the Better Choice For You?
When it comes to choosing the right watercraft for your needs it’s easy to become overwhelmed with choice. There’s so many different options out there
4 Common Mistakes People Make When Buying A RIB Boat – And How To Avoid Them
So, you’re thinking about buying a rigid inflatable boat? Great choice! RIBs are incredible vessels that offers the perfect blend of performance, comfort and versatility,
RIB Boat Maintenance: Looking After Your Rigid Inflatable Boat
Let’s talk about rigid inflatable boat maintenance – a topic not quite as exciting as planning your next offshore adventure, but just as important. Just
Why RIBs are the Best Boats for Beginners
Are you new to the boating game and trying to work out the best boats for beginners? With so many different boat options around, it
Grand Boats In The Media
Grand G340 Boat Review
Jeff Webster tries out the Grand G340, describing the tender as a “mini sports boat in its own right” with a terrific fibreglass hull and ample seating.
Grand G750 Boat Review
More than meets the eye, Kyle Barnes writes… The Grand G750 is way more than you would expect and much more than a simple RIB. This vessel has been tastefully refined and designed, and would be at home pressed into service as a primary boat for the family or as a super yacht tender.
Grand D600 Boat Review
Jeff Webster tries out the Grand D600, describing it as an “immaculately finished sports rigid inflatable boat” and a “worthy alternative to a traditional fibreglass monohull for a variety of activities”.
A Grand Entrance
Grand Inflatable Boats made their Australian debut at the Melbourne Boat Show, in partnership with Yamaha Marine.
Grand Boats Arrive on the Gold Coast
The leading European manufacturer of luxury RIBs and tenders has opened its new showroom on the Gold Coast, with a huge range of rigid inflatable boats on display at the new location.
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Grand Boats Rigid Inflatable Boat News & Advice
Stay updated on all things Grand Rigid Inflatable Boats with our latest news and blogs. Our compilation of news stories and guides range from boat advice on buying a RIB boat, guidance on choosing the best RIB boat, boat walkthroughs and insights into activities you can do onboard our boats such as wakeboarding from a RIB or fishing from a RIB.
Our boat buyers guide articles are a great way to learn more about rigid inflatable boats, and answer important questions such as what is a RIB boat? And what is the best rigid inflatable boat?
Our boat buyers guides talk about some of our most popular RIB boats, including the Grand D600, as well as our range of tender boats with a guide on the best boat tenders.
If you’re looking for more advice or boat walkthrough videos, why not check out our YouTube channel.
Our Gold Coast boat showroom is also home to the entire range of Grand Boats, starting at our yacht tenders, sports RIBs, leisure boats, and large rigid inflatable boats that go up to 9.5 metres. Visit our showroom today to meet the team and learn more about our rigid inflatable boats.