New vessels review
New locally-built pilot boat to serve India’s Navlakhi Port
The Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) of India recently welcomed a new pilot boat into service. Classed by the Indian Register of Shipping, GMB Pilot-1 was built by A.H. Wadia Boat Builders (AHWB) based in Bilimora in Gujarat.
The all-steel newbuild has an LOA of 18 metres (59 feet), a beam of 5.08 metres (16.7 feet), a maximum draught of only 1.3 metres (4.3 feet), a moulded depth of 2.85 metres (9.35 feet), a displacement of 46 tonnes, and seating for up to eight pilots and four crewmembers.
“The vessel and equipment are designed to function reliably in extreme climatic conditions, with propulsion, power generation, life-saving appliances and all engineering systems built for safe and dependable performance,” said AHWB.
Westerberg Marine’s new amphibious rescue craft impresses
Westerberg Marine has successfully completed sea and land testing of its first amphibious rescue vessel — a purpose-built craft for the Broome Volunteer Sea Rescue Group in Western Australia. Early operator feedback has been exceptional, signalling a strong step forward in amphibious capability for emergency response teams working in Western Australia’s demanding coastal environments.
Built on Westerberg’s proven 9.5-metre alloy RIB platform and powered by twin Mercury SeaPro V8 300hp outboards, the IBIS III is equipped with Anura’s S45 Electric Over Hydraulic (EOH) amphibious system. The S45 system provides high traction, excellent ground clearance, and robust load capacity — critical attributes for rapid deployment across Broome’s tidal zones, where dependable amphibious access is essential around the clock.
The vessel also features a comprehensive suite of specialised rescue technology, including advanced communications equipment, SIMRAD navigation systems, and integrated emergency lighting. Combined, these capabilities provide rescue teams with a responsive, ready-to-launch craft engineered specifically for both emergency situations and routine coastal operations.
52 | ISSUE 115 | MAR 2026 | THE REPORT
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