Polyethylene or Polyester Boat

Polyethylene or Polyester Boat for Aquaculture

Boats made of polyethylene (PE) or fiberglass-reinforced polyester (FRP) are affordable, durable, and low-maintenance solutions widely used in marine and freshwater aquaculture. Their molded or monobloc design provides excellent buoyancy, stability, and high resistance to impacts and corrosion.

General Features:

• Materials:

  • Rotomolded polyethylene (UV-resistant, impact- and abrasion-resistant)

  • Fiberglass-reinforced polyester (FRP), lightweight and rigid

• Length: From 3 to 6 meters, depending on the model

• Engine: Outboard, thermal or electric (typically up to 50 HP)

• Deck: Non-slip, flat or slightly contoured floor

• Structure: Unsinkable hull, often double-walled (PE models)

• Payload: 400 to 1000 kg

• Capacity: 2 to 5 people

Aquaculture-Specific Equipment:

• Built-in storage for tools, feeders, or sampling gear

• Holders for crates or transport tanks (fish, shellfish)

• Reinforced mooring rings

• Optional accessories: cleats, bumpers, manual winches

• Roof or canopy available for extended offshore operations

Advantages for Aquaculture:

• High impact resistance: Ideal for frequent maneuvering near lines or cages

• Low maintenance: Easy to clean, no paint, no corrosion

• Stability and safety: Excellent buoyancy, flat and anti-slip deck

• Long lifespan: 10 to 20 years depending on use

• Affordable: Lower purchase and upkeep costs than aluminum or high-end fiberglass boats