Cross Water platform configured for tactical operations
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Modular Tactical Boats for Special Operations

An aluminium platform configurable for specialist operations: boarding support, insertion, and fast tactical work. Container-compatible on the RIB 750. Integration-ready for weapon systems and specialist mission elements.

01/What this changes

Fast. Configurable. Deployable.

Special operations marine work demands flexibility, speed, and deployability. Cross Water Modular is engineered for those requirements. The RIB 750 deflates to 2.1 m beam — container compatible — enabling rapid transport and deployment. The modular rail system accepts specialist fit, and the hull delivers up to 52 knots in single-engine configuration.

02/Who it serves

Who It Serves

Special Operations Forces

Boarding, insertion, and specialist mission support

Naval Special Warfare

Fast tactical work and specialist fleet support

Maritime Counter-Terrorism Units

Rapid response and specialist boarding

Specialist Police Tactical Units

Tactical boarding and harbour response

Combat Dive Units

Insertion and recovery for combat dive operations

Training Units

Reconfigurable platform for specialist curricula

03/Mission capabilities

Configurable for Specialist Tactical Work.

Configured module sets for each capability area are built to the operator's mission profile at quotation stage, subject to national export compliance.

04/The platform

Built for Speed and Deployability.

The RIB 750 (7.7 m, Cat C/B) is the primary tactical fit — container-compatible deflated beam at 2.1 m, 52 knots top speed on single-engine configuration, 1,200 kg payload, up to 8 persons. The RIB 650 suits compact specialist roles. The RIB 950 extends capability to offshore and heavier-payload work.

Manned performance now. Autonomy-ready by design. Manned-unmanned teaming is supported as an upgrade path.
Cross Water Modular platform overview
05/Frequently asked

Frequently Asked Questions

No. CRRC (Combat Rubber Raiding Craft) is a specific US military designation for a pure inflatable tactical craft. Cross Water Modular is a rigid aluminium hull with modular inflatable tubes — a RIB, not a CRRC. Operational roles can overlap; the product category is distinct.

06/Next steps

Configure a Tactical Platform for Your Operation.

Tell us your mission profile and timeline. We'll respond with a tailored technical package, recommended configurations, and next steps.

  1. 01

    Discover

    Tell us your mission profile, operating environment, and timeline.

  2. 02

    Configure

    We map your requirements to a hull, modules, and integration plan.

  3. 03

    Quote

    You get a tailored technical package, recommended config, and next steps.

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