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Weihai Ruiyang Boat Development Co., Ltd. — FREESUN Inflatable Boat & SUP Manufacturer
Weihai Ruiyang Boat Development Co., Ltd. (威海瑞阳船艇开发有限公司) is a professional manufacturer of PVC inflatable watercraft and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs), operating under the FREESUN® brand. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Weihai, Shandong Province, a coastal city with deep ties to China’s marine and fishing industries.
Company Profile
Ruiyang was established in 2004 as a specialist in PVC inflatable boat manufacturing. Over two decades, the company has developed more than twenty product categories including rigid inflatable boats (RIBs), fishing boats, inflatable kayaks, paddleboards, whitewater rafts, banana boats, and inflatable sports equipment.
The company exports to Japan, the Netherlands, Russia, Slovakia, and other markets, positioning itself as a cost-competitive alternative to European and American inflatable boat brands while maintaining comparable quality standards through double-axis PVC fabric construction and cold-bonding techniques.
Product Range
Ruiyang’s product lineup covers a broad spectrum of watercraft:
- Fishing boats: Inflatable fishing vessels with reinforced PVC hulls
- RIBs (Rigid Inflatable Boats): Fiberglass-bottom inflatable combination craft
- Stand-up Paddleboards (SUPs): Multiple series including classic grey-orange, racing, rainforest, yoga, and premium ocean series
- Kayaks: Inflatable touring and recreational kayaks
- Whitewater rafts: Heavy-duty PVC rafts for commercial and recreational use
- Accessories: PVC boat accessories, repair kits, and tourism equipment
The company’s SUP lineup is notably diverse, with dedicated series for racing, yoga, touring, and multi-person use.
Manufacturing & Quality
Ruiyang uses biaxial-orientation PVC fabric — a material known for its anti-scratch, anti-tear, abrasion-resistant, and UV-resistant properties. Boats are cold-bonded using specialised adhesives, offering:
- High airtightness and structural strength
- Resistance to wear and weathering
- Long operational service life in demanding whitewater conditions
- Bright, colourfast exterior finishes
The company’s stated quality philosophy is to offer products “comparable to European and American quality at local Chinese pricing.”
Market Position
Ruiyang positioned itself in the smaller watercraft segment of the broader fishing and marine industry. In 2024, the company was highlighted in a Weihai city government report on the city’s growing SUP and paddle sports industry cluster. The company has also exhibited at international trade shows including China Fish and BHDJZ.
Contact Information
Weihai Ruiyang Boat Development Co., Ltd.
Address: No. 27-14, Changjiang Street, Weihai International Fishing Tackle City / Liulin Industrial Park, Wenquan Town, Huancui District, Weihai
Phone: +86-631-5782567
Fax: +86-631-3973188
Website: www.freesun.life / www.freesunboat.com
Contact Person: Zhao Jie (赵杰)
What Buyers Should Know
- Best-fit buyers: Inflatable boat distributors, SUP retailers, water sports equipment importers, tourism operators
- Moat advantage: Two decades of PVC boat manufacturing experience and an established FREESUN brand
- Export readiness: Proven export track record to Japan, Europe, and Russia
- Customisation: OEM/ODM orders accepted
Verification Sources
- Company website: www.freesun.life
- TradeBig company profile (36903.tradebig.com)
- LinkedIn company page
- Weihai city government article (2024)
- BHAPI exhibitor registration database
Last updated: 2026-07-30. Data sources: Company website, TradeBig directory, BHAPI exhibitor records, Weihai government industry report.
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