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IBI Presents
Ultrafabrics: Redefining Sustainable Luxury in Marine Design
In the realm of luxury marine fabrics, Ultrafabrics stands out as a pioneer in innovation, seamlessly blending aesthetics, performance, and sustainability. Our journey in crafting these materials is driven by a deep understanding of the discerning yacht owner’s needs, where every detail reflects a commitment to quality.
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News
SA composites firm grows footprint following acquisition
Aerontec is now owned by global composites distributor The Biesterfeld Group
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News
AkzoNobel: 2023 rebound provides “good momentum” heading into 2024
Paints and coatings giant reports solid full-year results
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News
Scott Bader to invest £30m to transform flagship UK site
Five-year programme will begin with £8m earmarked for the first phase of works
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Decking
The latest in deck coverings
With teak supply from Myanmar effectively banned and many boat buiders seeking sustainable alternatives, METSTRADE had plenty of variations on the theme. There were also some new ideas on proven composites
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Boatbuilding Materials & Machinery
Hexcel’s new Hexply M79 Prepregs
Manufacturer to showcase new lightweight composites
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News
Bioaqualife launches eco-friendly boat wrap
New wrap incorporates the firm’s proprietary additive to make plastic fully biodegradable
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News
Hempel completes Russia exit
Danish coatings manufacturer completes sale of its Russian subsidiary as it divests interests in Russian market
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News
DANU - A solution to end-of-life boat recycling?
UK-based ExoTechnologies has spent four years developing a new resin system claimed to make boat hulls easy to recycle. An added advantage is the composite has high ballistic capabilities
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News
Spheretex appoints Finnish distributor
IMCD to represent the company’s core materials in Finland
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IBI Presents
Why service is essential when choosing your yacht coating partner
Each yacht project is unique. To deliver the best result, you need high-end products and first-class support. That is why Alexseal has a comprehensive service package available to its customer worldwide
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News
Hempel's marine business sees double-digit growth in 2022
Marine business delivered highest-ever organic growth
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IBI Presents
How to achieve a perfect finish with the right topcoat
Designing the surface of a yacht perfectly means bringing the owner’s demands for the craft together with those of the yacht builder in the best possible way
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Article
Marine Coatings | Movers & Shakers
Looking for a useful A-Z reference of key players in the Marine Coatings sector? See IBI’s latest compilation of Movers & Shakers in the sector, what the companies do, and a live link to their website
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Article
Future Tech: Is wood the future technology that will replace GRP?
Once the default boatbuilding material worldwide, wood largely gave way to fibreglass more than 50 years ago. But a new, recyclable bioplastic made from wood fibres holds promise as a sustainable alternative to GRP, and could bring boatbuilding full circle
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USA
Profile | Yamaha casts a wider net
A planned expansion to Yamaha’s US casting plant brings supply assurance for stainless steel propellers while allowing the company to grow new revenue streams through contract casting opportunities
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News
AkzoNobel reports revenue growth amid volume declines
Global paint and coatings specialist, AkzoNobel, reported revenues up 14% despite China lockdowns and retail destocking
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News
Glen Raven factory expansion boosts output by 25%
Sunbrella parent attributes shorter lead times, higher stock levels to completion of initial phase of multi-year production facility upgrade
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