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Hall 12 | Stand A30
Since 1974 — Finland
50 Years of Nordic Aluminium Boatbuilding
Proven aluminium platforms, engineered and equipped according to mission-specific requirements. Built for professional duty.
Heritage
Five Decades of Engineering Excellence
Since 1974, Faster has been a family-owned manufacturer dedicated to one material and one mission: building the finest aluminium boats in the Nordics. From our facility in Finland, every hull is designed, welded, and finished to withstand the harshest professional conditions.
Our heritage is built on operational experience, not marketing. Hundreds of our vessels serve authorities, rescue organisations, and industrial operators across Europe — a proven track record of durability, reliability, and engineering integrity.
50+
Years of Experience
1974
Founded in Finland
100%
Aluminium Hull
30+
Countries Served
Nordic Engineering
Built in the North. Proven in Harsh Conditions.
Nordic operating environments are among the most demanding in the world. Every Faster hull is shaped by these realities — not by theory, but by five decades of experience.
Archipelago Navigation
Thousands of islands, narrow channels, and shallow waters demand precise manoeuvrability and shallow draft hull designs.
Cold Water Exposure
Sub-zero temperatures require tough hulls and materials that perform without compromise in extreme cold.
Rough Baltic Sea
Short, steep wave patterns and unpredictable conditions in the Baltic demand exceptional seakeeping and structural resilience.
Year-Round Operations
Professional vessels must operate 365 days a year, in darkness, storms, and freezing conditions. Reliability is not optional.
“When your boat is built where the conditions are toughest, you know it will perform everywhere else.”
Missions
Built for Your Mission
We don’t just sell boats. We deliver mission-ready platforms, configured to your operational requirements.
Patrol & Law Enforcement
High-speed aluminium patrol vessels for coast guard, police, border control, and customs agencies. Engineered for sustained operational performance, reliable all-weather handling, and crew functionality across extended patrol duties.
- Patrol speeds of 32–38 knots across the platform range
- Open-deck and enclosed cabin configurations available
- Equipment mounting via integrated mounting rail system
Rescue & Emergency
Aluminium rescue workboats for fire departments, rescue services, and civil protection agencies. Built for rapid deployment, reliable performance in all conditions, and practical crew and casualty handling.
- Open-deck and cabin platforms for water rescue and first response
- Walk-through cabin layout enabling stretcher transport
- Rapid reconfiguration via integrated mounting rail system
Work & Transport
Versatile aluminium workboats for crew transfer, cargo transport, oil spill recovery, and daily utility operations. Built for reliable year-round service in demanding professional environments.
- Open-deck and cabin platforms for cargo and personnel transport
- High load capacity with practical bow ramp access
- Rapid reconfiguration via integrated mounting rail system
Oil Spill Recovery
Aluminium catamaran platforms configured for oil spill recovery in harbours, coastal inlets, and confined waterways. Equipped with bow or side collectors and built for stable, manoeuvrable operation in restricted environments.
- Catamaran hull for stable open-deck working platform
- Compatible with bow collector and side collector equipment
- Proven in European civil protection and environmental response operations
Platforms & Customisation
Proven Platforms. Tailored Solutions.
Every vessel starts from a proven aluminium hull platform, then is configured or fully customised to match your mission requirements.
01
Requirement Analysis
We assess your operational environment, mission profile, and technical requirements to define the optimal platform.
02
Platform Selection
Based on proven hull designs, we select the aluminium platform that best matches your performance and capacity needs.
03
Configuration & Engineering
Deck layout, cabin arrangement, propulsion, electronics, and mission-specific equipment — all engineered to your specification.
04
Build & Delivery
Manufactured at our facility in Finland with full quality assurance. Sea trials, commissioning, and handover included.
Why Choose Us
Why Faster Workboats
A half-century track record of delivering mission-ready aluminium vessels to professionals across Europe.
Over 50 years of dedicated aluminium boatbuilding experience since 1974
Proven hull platforms refined through decades of real-world operational use
Designed and built for the most demanding Nordic operating conditions
Custom configuration and engineering for professional and authority use
Reference Projects
Trusted by Professionals Across Europe
Our vessels serve in demanding operational environments. These reference projects demonstrate proven capability.
Selected reference projects from authorities and professional operators.
Finland Kymijoen vesi ja ympäristö ry
Faster 81 CAT WT4 cabin catamaran selected for year-round Baltic Sea environmental research and water quality monitoring.
Norpparanta
Faster 81 CAT CCR configured for accessible lake excursion services on Lake Saimaa — including bow ramp and assisted boarding lift.
Distribution Network
Contact
Direct
Juha Snell Oy — Finland
Technical enquiries, platform specifications, and direct orders from all regions.
Oppipojantie 14 & 16, 04500 Kellokoski, Finland
DACH Region
Nordland Hansa GmbH
Sales, configuration, and after-sales support for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Werkstraße 2, 18069 Rostock, Germany
Estonia
Alter Baltics OÜ
Sales and service for Estonia.
Gaasi 4a, 11415 Tallinn, Estonia
Tel. +37 2651 9666
Latvia
Alter Baltics filiale Latvija
Sales and service for Latvia.
Katlakalna iela 11C, LV-1073 Riga, Latvia
Tel. +371 2933 3027
Czech Republic
Marine s.r.o.
Sales and service for Czech Republic.
Radova 465, 549 02 Nove Mesto nad Metuji, Czech Republic
Tel. +420 777 123 414
Material
50 Years of Aluminium Expertise
For professional marine operations, aluminium is not just a material — it is a performance decision. Fifty years of dedicated aluminium boatbuilding define how Faster vessels perform in demanding conditions.
Since 1974, Faster has focused exclusively on aluminium boat construction. Founded by Juha Snell, the company pioneered the use of marine-grade aluminium for professional workboats in the Nordic region. This long-term commitment — one material, one mission — has resulted in deep expertise in hull design, structural engineering, and real-world performance optimisation.
Structural Strength
Marine-grade aluminium provides an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, enabling high-speed performance without compromising structural integrity.
Low Maintenance
Aluminium does not rot or suffer corrosion in the same way as other materials. Reduced maintenance requirements directly lower lifecycle costs.
Superior Durability
Designed for professional use, aluminium hulls withstand impact, abrasion, and harsh operating conditions over long service lifetimes.
Sustainable Material
Aluminium is fully recyclable without loss of properties, supporting long-term, responsible fleet investment.
Also for Leisure Use
Faster also manufactures aluminium boats for recreational use. Built on the same principles of durability, performance, and practicality, Faster leisure boats offer a versatile platform for private and professional users alike.
The leisure range includes a configurator that allows detailed customisation — a useful reference also for professional applications.
Get in Touch
Contact Our Team
Have a specific requirement? Our engineering team is available to discuss your mission profile and platform options.
Factory & Sales — Finland
Technical enquiries, platform specifications, custom engineering projects, and direct orders from all regions outside Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
- Juha Snell Oy, Oppipojantie 14 & 16, 04500 Kellokoski, Finland
- +358927971200
- info@faster.fi
Nordland Hansa GmbH — DACH Region
Sales, configuration, and after-sales support for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Your local contact for all enquiries in the DACH region.
- Werkstraße 2, 18069 Rostock, Germany
- +4938166096892
- beuss@nordland-hansa.de
- https://www.nordland-hansa.de/
