Marketing Description The Trent Class Lifeboat, an all-weather vessel operated by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), represents a pivotal advancement in maritime rescue capabilities. Introduced in 1994, with a top speed of 25 knots. This robust vessel features an innovative hard chine hull design that shares its geometric shape with the larger Severn class, allowing it to operate effectively in constrained locations, including marina berths. A key design element is its sheerline, sweeping down into a 'welldeck' area specifically engineered to ease the recovery of casualties, eve... read more

Marketing Description LIFEBOAT KATHLEEN MARY NOW NAMED KATIE MAY. RNLB KATHLEEN MARY: 'ON 950' is a Watson Class with a 1979 self-righting conversion. Formally stationed at Newhaven, she cost £34,500 to build. A gift from an anonymous donor. She was built by Osbourne's yard, Littlehampton. The watson design as proven, later developed the Oakley & Solent class lifeboat.  KATHLEEN MARY was in the reserve fleet until late 1990 and was assigned relief duties around the coast of England. Also, in 1989 she was stored at Penlee boat house, Newlyn Harbour, Cornwall. The mahogany/Oak hull is... read more