North Rivers’ commercial aluminum vessels aren’t just strong; they are unique, purpose-built boats specifically tailored to fit the way you use them. Each vessel is custom-designed to your needs and is put through its paces and personally tested by our experts. When you head out into open water on a North River / Almar Boat, you ride in confidence.
CUSTOM DESIGNS GIVE YOU THE POWER OF CHOICE
North River / Almar Boats specializes in designing and building custom all-welded aluminum boats tailored to meet the unique needs of each customer, whether for pilot boats, force protection vessels, charter fishing, or documented passenger vessels. Our vessels are designed to handle demanding conditions, from crossing stormy waters to transferring crews through turbulent ocean conditions. We also offer custom-built survey vessels crafted to the latest specifications.
Utilizing state-of-the-art CAD/Rhino technology, we can customize aluminum boats ranging from 20′ to 60′ to exacting standards without compromising structural integrity, finish, strength, seaworthiness, or durability. We provide a wide variety of propulsion systems, including inboard jets, all brands of outboards, I/Os, and straight shaft drives, available in both gas and diesel options.
Each design ensures proper specifications, build standards, and pre-bid pricing to meet your budget, with CAD/Rhino drawings provided for more custom applications. Additionally, our aluminum boats are purpose-built for specific operational needs, combining strength, durability, and customization for a wide range of maritime tasks.
We also specialize in fire and rescue vessels, designed for efficient and reliable emergency response in the most demanding environments.
Discover the North River Workboat Buyers Journey
Start with the mission
North River builds custom all-welded aluminum workboats for commercial and government applications. Use the mission to start the conversation: the operating area, crew, equipment and work the vessel needs to perform.
Which models should I explore?
- Fire and rescue: Fireboat and Freedom.
- Patrol: Seahawk Patrol.
- Transfers and transport: Pilot, Crew Transport and Landing Craft.
What should I prepare before discussing a custom boat?
Describe the mission, typical operating area, crew and passenger needs, equipment, preferred propulsion and shore-side constraints. Identify any required approvals or procurement specifications for North River to review with you.
Does a model name establish the capacity or certification of a vessel?
Use the documentation for the specific vessel and configuration. Ask North River to identify the applicable design documents, capacities and certification evidence for your project.
Continue with the workboat buying journey, Fire & Rescue Vessel planning guide or hydrographic survey boat information.