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ArticleMarine 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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ArticleFuture 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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USAProfile | 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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NewsAkzoNobel 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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NewsGlen 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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FeatureWindows that heat and cool
For years window glazings have relied on heat-reflective coatings to reduce their greenhouse effect. But a new type of glass being developed by researchers in Singapore adjusts its spectral transmission to help actively cool or heat interior spaces as required
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FeatureDo sharks hold the key to reducing fuel consumption?
An innovative film – patterned after shark skin – that reduces fuel consumption on aircraft could have far-reaching impacts in the leisure boating sector
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InterviewGtechniq enters marine finishes segment
Automotive sealant manufacturer launches marine finish protector business at Miami show
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NewsNZ inventor produces recyclable boat made of wool
26-year-old Kiwi inventor has developed a new way of chopping wool and adding bio-based acid to produce a material
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NewsGRP Solutions appoints technical manager
Tommi Buckley joins UK composites distributor with immediate effect
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NewsDutch composites specialist forms Italian subsidiary
The move is in response to ”exceptional and growing demand” for composite products in that part of Europe
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NewsEuropean manufacturers face prospect of aluminium shortages, price hikes
Cuts to magnesium production in China threaten aluminium supply, represent ‘imminent risk of Europe-wide production shutdowns’ say industry associations
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NewsRaw material prices figure heavily in AkzoNobel Q3 results
Dutch multinational specialist in paints and coatings, AkzoNobel, discussed the significant impact raw material inflation is having on the business in today’s call with investors
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NewsGuinea coup threatens to further inflate aluminium prices
West African nation is world’s largest supplier of bauxite, used in aluminium production
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NewsUS hurricane adds to supply chain woes; related tornado hits Annapolis
More supply disruption in coatings, paints, resins and other chemicals is anticipated in the wake of Hurricane Ida along with more freight delays and added costs
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NewsMarine fabric and vinyl supplier opens new central US distribution centre
Trivantage’s new facility said to triple inventory capacity while allowing faster order fulfilment
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