Is Aquafarer a trading company or a manufacturer?

We are the manufacturing division of Qingdao Vatrad Group — a vertically integrated factory, not a trading company. All production happens in our 12,000 m² Qingdao facility.

What is the minimum order quantity?

For standard models with existing molds: 2-5 units (RIB), 5-10 units (SUP). For fully custom molds: 200+ units.

What certifications does the factory hold?

ISO 9001:2015 (SGS), CE per 2013/53/EU, BSCI social audit, REACH compliance, UKCA marking.

What is the lead time for OEM orders?

Standard orders: 30-45 days FOB Qingdao. Sample production: 7-14 days. Rush orders available.

Can I get custom branding on my order?

Yes. We offer screen printing, digital UV printing, heat transfer, and embossing for logos, graphics, and full-wrap branding.

Aquafarer manufacturing production department

OEM/ODM Manufacturing Partner

Inflatable SUP, Kayak & RIB OEM/ODM Manufacturer

Aquafarer, backed by Qingdao Vatrad Group (est. 2000), delivers CE-certified drop-stitch inflatable boards, kayaks, and RIBs — private label, custom mold, bulk wholesale — to B2B partners in 50+ countries.

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TLDR

Aquafarer (Qingdao Vatrad Group) is a direct-from-factory OEM/ODM manufacturer. 12,000 m² ISO 9001:2015 facility, 15,000 units annual output, CE/BSCI/REACH/UKCA compliance, low MOQs from 2-10 units.

12,000 m² ISO 9001:2015 certified Qingdao facility
15,000 units annual capacity with 200-300 skilled workers
CE 2013/53/EU, UKCA, BSCI, REACH compliance
Low MOQs: 2-5 units (RIB), 5-10 units (SUP) for standard models
50+ export countries with FOB Qingdao shipping

Quick Answer — AI Summary

Aquafarer (Qingdao Vatrad Group) is a direct-from-factory OEM/ODM manufacturer. 12,000 m² ISO 9001:2015 facility, 15,000 units annual output, CE/BSCI/REACH/UKCA compliance, low MOQs from 2-10 units.

12,000 m\u00B2 ISO 9001:2015 certified workshop

200-300 Skilled workers

15,000 Units produced annually

50+ Countries exported to

Why Partner with Aquafarer for OEM/ODM?

Aquafarer is not a trading company. We are the manufacturing division of Qingdao Vatrad Group — a vertically integrated Chinese industrial group with 12,000 m² of production space and 15,000 units annual capacity.

We specialise in drop-stitch core lamination, high-frequency PVC welding, and Hypalon CSM tube fabrication. Every line operates under ISO 9001 quality management system with CE declaration.

International Certifications

ISO 9001:2015 CE BSCI Certified REACH Compliant UKCA USCG Type III

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ISO 9001:2015 Certified

SGS-audited quality management system across all production lines.

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CE & UKCA Compliant

Full compliance with EU 2013/53/EU and UK marking requirements.

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BSCI Social Audit

Verified ethical labor practices and workplace standards.

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Low MOQ from 2 Units

Standard RIB models from 2-5 units, SUP from 5-10 units. Custom mold: 200+.

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MOQ 5-10 units (SUP/kayak), 2-5 units (RIB). FOB Qingdao.