MEET THE TEAM
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EXPERTS
Over the past few years, Gerry has gained experience by refurbishing RIB inflatable boats for resale. During this time, he conducted extensive research and met numerous professionals in the boat manufacturing industry, which helped him build close relationships with them. These relationships are built on trust, as Gerry knows he can rely on these experts to complete jobs efficiently and professionally. This trust has led to a fantastic partnership and now these experts will be working collaboratively to put together our British-made inflatable boats.
GERRY KOEN
DIRECTOR
Gerry is passionate about boats and the boating world and he will be overseeing all aspects of the business, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and efficiently. He will be involved in every stage of the boat-building process, from design and manufacturing to the final product. Gerry is committed to producing the highest quality British-made inflatable boats and delivering exceptional customer service. He is dedicated to ensuring that each boat meets the highest standards and exceeds customer expectations. When he's not busy managing the business, Gerry loves nothing more than taking to the water to experience the thrill of boating firsthand.
STEVE FOULIS
COMPOSITE BUILDER
With over 15 years of experience in the marine industry, Steve and his team, MCA-approved boatbuilders, will be doing the majority of the composite work on our Ocean Rib boats. Steve runs a successful business called SF Marine in Portsmouth that builds his own boats. We are excited to have such an experienced team working on our boats to ensure the highest quality and attention to detail.
TOM SMITH
TUBE BUILDER
With Tom's expertise in inflatable boat tubing, we are proud to have him and his team working alongside us to produce the best quality Ocean Ribs. Tom runs a successful business called RibFix in Yeovil, where he specialises in repairing and making tubing for both domestic and commercial inflatable boats. Having worked with some of the leading British RIB manufacturers for nearly 20 years, his wealth of experience and attention to detail will ensure that our boat tubing work will be of the highest quality.
NATALIE KOEN
SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING
Natalie brings a wealth of experience in social media content marketing and administration to the Ocean Ribs team. As the first point of contact for the company, she is responsible for promoting our news and updates across our social media channels, assisting with admin duties and responding to customer enquiries. With her attention to detail and commitment to providing exceptional customer service, Natalie is dedicated to helping Ocean Ribs build a strong and engaged community of boating enthusiasts.
