A Commercial Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) is an inflatable boat with a solid, rigid hull made of aluminium or fibreglass. The hull provides the buoyancy needed to keep the boat afloat, while airtight tubes attached to the hull provide extra buoyancy and stability. The RIB is a popular choice of boat for commercial activities such as fishing, leisure, touring, search and rescue, coastal patrol, and survey work. It is used for various purposes due to its stability in choppy waters, easy manoeuvrability, ability to handle high speeds, and convenience in launching and docking. Its solid hull allows it to access shallow waters and coasts, as well as offer passengers a smoother ride.