For over 30 years, Tripp Design Naval Architecture has been creating award-winning yacht designs that have been brought to life by a variety of first-class shipyards throughout the world. While the Tripp name may be best known for Bill Tripp III’s popular 33-foot pocket racer fleet, the naval architectural firm he founded has realized many exquisite custom sailing yachts from 12 to 86 meters (282 feet). Recently it has been their 65’ Café Racer that has taken center stage for sailing enthusiasts desiring a fast, extended cruising yacht with impressive racing capabilities.
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ALEXSEAL® System Aids Enviboats Community
In 2011, Marc Shlaes took a custom boat manufacturing venture into his own hands. Today, he has helped DIY-ers throughout the world create over 1,500 feet of custom Enviboats with the ALEXSEAL system. “Brian Champlin treats me like I treat my customers. Personal relationships build trust. Every time I call ALEXSEAL, they answer the phone just as enthusiastically as if I were a major manufacturer,” explains Shlaes.
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Minncraft Makes a Splash with ALEXSEAL®
Walking the docks at a boat show can be a thrilling experience. Even if you are not in the market for a new boat or related equipment, there are thousands of companies vying for your attention. Fortunately for the new US-based Minncraft Boatworks, attention on their first prototype, the Summit 26 run-about was in high supply. Her classic lines and retro styling were wrapped in hand-laid teak and ALEXSEAL’s Luna Green Metallic topcoat during her debut at the Miami International Boat Show. Admittedly, she was pretty hard not to notice.
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Attessa IV Gleams in Fresh ALEXSEAL® Topcoat
The refit and extension of Attessa IV may seem an immense undertaking, but it is nothing out of the ordinary for Washington Yachting Group. One of many luxury yachts managed by the company, all have been transformed and added to: over 3 meters on the first Attessa, with Attessa II and III receiving additions of over 5 meters.
Attessa IV started her life in 1999 as the 91-meter Evergreen (Diana Yacht Design) but underwent an extensive transformation in 2007. After being purchased by Dennis Washington, the bow and stern were rebuilt to accommodate 100 meters of lavish appointments. This expansion of nearly 10 meters in length allowed the owners to add in a spa, cinema, and additional private helipad so that guests can have their own landing area on the bow. It was critical to establish an exquisite theme of luxury aboard Attessa IV, both inside and out.
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The Coatings of Choice for OEMs Worldwide
As ALEXSEAL continues to win customers and global market share, one of the measuring sticks of success has always been the growing number of original equipment manufacturers that have partnered with ALEXSEAL to become their exclusive coatings system. From small parts manufacturers to the world’s most revered shipyards, companies big and small have recognized the quality, support and consistency that ALEXSEAL can provide for their production processes. There are also a growing number of projects and builders that are committing to the ALEXSEAL brand for all of their coatings needs–not just paint–but primers, fairing and finish as well.
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Compass Tenders Customers Demand the Best Coatings
For many superyacht owners the phrase “only the best will do” is certainly something to live by. So when it comes to ordering a tender (or multiple tenders) for a superyacht, UK-based Compass Tenders is on the short list of companies to consult. Compass Tenders offers unparalleled design, build quality and finish, combined with exceptional customer service. Their clients are able to confidently request specific requirements for their individual tenders, knowing that they will be achieved and built to the very highest standards.
In order to meet and maintain those high standards, Compass Tenders has turned to ALEXSEAL® to provide the coatings systems for some of their latest builds. Their clients include some of the largest and most well-known superyachts in the world and many of those clients are repeat customers.
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Working Towards a Sustainable Future
Alexseal Provides Energy Observer with Innovative Coating Solutions
Over the course of the next six years, the Energy Observer project will visit 50 countries and make over 100 stops on a voyage originating in France. Its mission is to literally travel the world in search for innovative sustainability solutions, while also showcasing some of the latest technologies in renewable energy, such as energy coupling and hydrogen power. Energy Observer is the first self-sufficient vessel with zero greenhouse gas or fine particle emissions, and is powered by hydrogen, solar and wind energies.
Environmental responsibility has been a core value of ALEXSEAL since inception. Mankiewicz Coatings makes good on this by utilizing efficient production methods and supply chains while creating products that conform to, or exceed, the regulatory quality standards of multiple countries and unions. So when the opportunity arose to be part of this massive multi-year sustainability project, there was no hesitation that ALEXSEAL would like to join the cause.
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ALEXSEAL a Go-To Product on West Coast
Alexseal’s superior marine paint products have been in the press recently, becoming a go-to product at San Diego Marine Exchange, a popular marine supply chain on the west coast of the United States.
Some recent changes in coatings found on the Beneteau and Jeanneau sailboats and power boats!! They are now being painted with the Alexseal Coatings. This is a great product line and it all started for me in 2004. I was in Florida at an IBEX show and I was introduced to Alexseal Yacht Coatings, owned by Mankiewicz Coatings Company founded in 1895 and it is located in Hamburg, Germany. Alexseal is a popular Linear Polyurethane Coating used in the maritime industry for painting small boats to large mega yachts. As I learned more about this product line I became more impressed and I have continued to see and appreciate just how great a product this LP truly is.
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Mankiewicz Proudly Sponsors Lowcountry United Soccer League
Lowcountry United continues to share their founding vision of building #UnityThruSoccer by providing semi-pro/pro development soccer opportunities for the Lowcountry. It is fantastic to see that their clubs vision is beginning to resonate with the local community & wonderful area businesses. Alexseal’s global headquarters Mankiewicz Coatings has chosen to voice their support for United by getting involved and becoming an official club sponsor.
Mankiewicz Coatings (Mankiewicz Gebr. & Co.) has been in business since 1895, based in Hamburg Germany, Mankiewicz is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality coating and paint systems for a variety of markets such as the aviation, marine, railway, medical, automotive and general industry markets. Mankiewicz has been part of the Lowcountry since 2010 providing the local community with economic progression through their continued industry growth.
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Turning Heads on the Water
Not only am I really happy with the results of the Alexseal paint job on my Bertram 25, but people are asking me about it. The applicator, Jamie Hewitt did a fantastic job with the paint and he too is now a fan of Alexseal products!
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