Protector Boats expands Europe distribution network
From left: Duco Snijder and Justien Hendriks from Watersportcentrum; Andy Andrews from PB Europe
Protector Boats’ European distributor, PB Europe, has added two partners to its European distribution network, appointing Quay.JE in Jersey and Watersportscentrum in the Netherlands.
Protector Boats is a New Zealand-built RIB brand owned by Rayglass Boats and represented in Europe by PB Europe, part of the Ancasta Group.
“We are delighted that Protector will complement the portfolio of brands offered by both Quay.JE and Watersportscentrum, enabling us to reach two distinct and important sectors of the market,” says Ian (Andy) Andrews, sales manager at PB Europe.
“Quay.JE is an established and highly respected presence in the Channel Islands, supported by a strong in-house aftersales team. This strategic partnership will allow us to respond to the growing trend of islanders making leisure trips between the islands and to mainland UK and France – journeys for which Protector boats, with their premium offshore capability, are exceptionally well suited.”
Ben Dandridge, director at Quay.JE, adds: “At Quay.JE, we have long admired Protector’s high-performance RIBs, and they represent a very welcome addition to our growing new boat portfolio. They provide a fast, reliable and seaworthy solution to support the increasing demand for inter-island commuter vessels.”
Quay.JE is set to represent the brand at the Jersey Boat Show, taking place from 2–4 May 2026, where it will display the Protector Targa 380.
Protector Boats vessels are used in both leisure and commercial operations, including use by enforcement and service organisations. The firm recently expanded its customisation capability for the superyacht sector, a move that the firm says reflects shifts in how chase boats and tenders are specified and used by owners and captains.
Protector Boats expands in Benelux market
PB Europe has also partnered with Watersportscentrum to support activity in the commercial marine sector in the Benelux region.
“Within Benelux there is no one better connected to the commercial marine sector than Duco Snijder, so we are extremely pleased to be partnering with Watersportscentrum to introduce Protector boats as a multi-role platform for maritime organisations and government agencies,” Andrews says.
Duco Snijder, owner of Watersportscentrum, adds: “The time when agencies maintained multiple specialist vessels has largely passed. Today, organisations require multi-role platforms capable of handling a wide range of assignments without sacrificing performance. Protector Boats leads the field in this area thanks to its robust build quality, exceptional performance and highly customisable approach.
“In addition to introducing these proven craft to potential commercial customers, we will also represent Protector at regional boat shows and on-water events as a strong solution for safety, media and committee boat duties.”
Protector Boats comprises two model ranges. The Protector Chase range is a centre-console configuration with an open deck layout and helm position designed for visibility. The Protector Targa range incorporates a hardtop cabin.
