All Materials Suppliers articles – Page 3
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Paris JEC materials and composites show postponed
The organisers of JEC World, the international composites show held each year in Paris, today announced that the 2020 event has been postponed until May
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Coronavirus leads to ailing global economy
If the coronavirus doesn’t make you physically ill, it could be affecting your financial health as more reports begin to surface on the economic impact of the outbreak. The Wall Street Journal reports on the array of companies outside of China that are having to slow production or rapidly seek ...
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Coronavirus tests stability of global supply chains
With large parts of China still subject to lockdowns and travel restrictions, manufacturers face continuing uncertainty over delivery schedules for parts and components As China struggles to contain the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak that has infected more than 73,000 people worldwide and killed nearly 2,000, marine equipment manufacturers ...
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Better Way opens new US plant
Composite manufacturer refurbishes former Robalo Boats facility in Georgia to better serve east coast boat builders
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Flexiteek completes Wilks acquisition
Global dealer meeting in Southampton to mark the occasion
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Decking manufacturer LIGNIA aims for ambitious growth after raising £5m funding
Equity investment brings LIGNIA’s total fundraising to £17 million over the past three years
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RESINS OVERVIEW
Advances in resin technology are aimed at reducing styrene, providing greater endurance and quicker cure times while perfecting surface finishes
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REINFORCEMENTS & RIGGING
Carbon fibre, natural materials and recycled plastics are prevalent in the drive for light, strong and sustainable reinforcements
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Blue Gee Supplies appoints UK distributor
EP Barrus has been made an exclusive distributor for Blue Gee Supplies in the UK. The move comes not long after the British engine importer and distributor entered the marine chandlery market.
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Eastman Machine Co appoints UK representative
Eastman Machine Company, a US manufacturer of cutting room equipment, has appointed iSpecc Ltd of the UK to represent its line of automated cutting systems and material handling equipment for the composites market.
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First major distributor for UK timber firm
LIGNIA Wood Company, a British timber modification business, has signed its first major distribution agreement with US-based Teakdecking Systems (TDS) for its LIGNIA Yacht product in North America and the Caribbean. The deal was signed at the METSTRADE Show in November.
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Hempel inaugurates new Centre of Excellence
Marine coatings manufacturer Hempel has officially opened its new Centre of Excellence in Barcelona, Spain. The centre is part of a €6m investment into the research and development of coating products within the field of passive fire protection (PFP), in which Hempel is determined to gain market share during the ...
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Plastics sector strike hits SA builder
A strike in South Africa’s plastics sector threatens to negatively impact local boatbuilding yards, with one prominent builder already affected in Durban.
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MacTac's MacGlide makes antifouling smooth sailing
Once a fixture in residential kitchen cabinets, MacTac takes an innovative approach to antifouling with its innovative MacGlide product
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Paints & Coatings
All the coatings manufacturers we spoke to spotted similar trends – a shift towards ‘cash rich, time poor’ lifestyles means that many boat owners want their coatings applied professionally, and with access to a wide palette of custom colours
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Trade Commission deadline looms on sheet aluminium tariffs
US manufacturers have until 31 August to submit written responses to the US International Trade Commission (ITC) questionnaire
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New superyacht deck hardware company forms in UK
Shipyard Supply Co to meet demand for quality superyacht deck equipment