December 3, 2018
When building or refitting a superyacht, there are an innumerable amount of decisions to be made, some exceedingly more important than others. When it comes to the coatings system, a great deal of thought and input is discussed to make an informed decision. Captain Graeme Riddle of the S/Y Wellenreiter explains, “For any paint job, the financial aspects can be daunting, the technical complexities of paint confusing and the subjective nature of the finish frustrating to settle upon an agreement. Especially under pressure from external factors.”
The S/Y Wellenreiter spent the winter season at the Monaco Marine Shipyard in La Ciotat, France for a refit. The 151’ (46m) steel and aluminum sailing yacht was originally built in 2003 by Jongert Shipyard and required some minor updates and a full repaint. The owner and Captain Riddle have collaborated with shipyards on previous superyacht refits, so this was not their “first rodeo.”
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November 12, 2018
Located in The Netherlands, Van der Valk Shipyard offers a variety of yachts to their customers. The selection includes Explorer and Expedition styles along with Flybridge and Raised Pilothouse models, plus a spaciously appointed new BeachClub line. With a staunch focus on superior quality and craftsmanship, Van der Valk Shipyard has developed a preference for ALEXSEAL® on all their new builds.
Founded by a passionate yachtsman and watersport enthusiast in 1967, Mr. Wim van der Valk is still at the helm today, guiding the company through their next phase of expansion and product offerings. The production facility is located in Waalwijk, in The Netherlands, just an hour away from Amsterdam. The property consists of six state-of-the-art production buildings that offer construction of models up to 40 meters (131’).
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October 3, 2018
Illusion Plus is the flagship build for Pride Mega Yachts, and is the latest of a long line of noteworthy superyachts taking advantage of the ALEXSEAL® Yacht Coatings’ system. Under construction for several years, Illusion Plus completed sea trials in summer 2018 and is expected to be delivered and available for sale immediately in quarter three.
Previously known as Pryde, as well as Raffles Shipyard through a series of ownership changes, Pride Mega Yachts is based on China’s Yantai Peninsula. Specializing in yacht construction in the 80- to 120-meter range, the shipyard currently has two other superyacht designs available, both of which are over 100 meters.
Continue reading “Pride Launches Largest Private Superyacht Ever Built in Asia”
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July 3, 2018
The varied talents of Belfast, Maine’s Front Street Shipyard crew were utilized to their full potential for the year-and-a-half-long refit of Sindbad. This 80’ (24m) custom steel-hulled North Sea trawler was built in 1962 in Norway as an ice-class vessel. After nearly 30 years of service, she was purchased by the current owner’s father who transformed the classic trawler into a yacht-class vessel. Over 25 years have passed since this original transformation, so Sindbad faced a major refit with extensive upgrades and equipment replacement.
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June 12, 2018
The Jarrett Bay 90 (27m) is one of the most thoroughly researched and highly vetted construction processes ever attempted by a sportfish yacht producer. The size and scope of equipment puts the Jaruco, (a.k.a. Project Ireland) in the conversation with some of the world’s finest superyachts.
From the ultra-light fairing compound to the final lustrous topcoat, this precisely engineered custom fishing yacht features the full ALEXSEAL® Yacht Coatings system throughout its proprietary material structures and parts.
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March 19, 2018
After running a full season of over 250 tours, Island Adventures Whale Watching’s newest ship in the fleet, Island Explorer 5, looked the same as it did brand new leaving the Mavrik Marine plant. Finished in Alexseal Yacht Coatings from the waterline to the third deck’s hardtop, including non-skid across all surfaces, this 30m (98’) sight-seeing catamaran is the crown jewel of the company’s fleet.
Shane Aggergaard, owner of Island Adventures Whale Watching based in Anacortes, Washington, appreciates the durable finish on his newest ship. Between clients and crew, the decks have withstood over 30,000 people but, “the whole boat has really held up beautifully.” Shane continues, “The perfect finish of the hull and topsides hasn’t aged a bit, even in the most subjected spots, where fenders rub the hull daily, during fuel stops and loading and unloading passengers.”
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August 25, 2017
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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January 26, 2017
Routinely sailing throughout the world is no easy feat. Not only can it prove to be challenging and tiring for the skipper and crew, but also for the boat and her overall appearance. Willy Stiggelbout knows this from experience. Owner of KiwiGrip non-skid deck coatings, Willy has “enjoyed a symbiotic relationship with Alexseal, recommending each other’s products since 2007”.
Willy has also graciously recommended Alexseal products to applicators and refit yards including Paul Ziegler’s Seattle Fiberglass. Paul’s son Henry managed the full repaint of Willy’s 48 foot (15m) Oyster Lightwave sailboat “Pazzo”, and Seattle Fiberglass has been spraying Alexseal exclusively ever since.
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December 12, 2016
Bill Springer recently caught up with serial boat owner and sailing enthusiast George Collins to talk about his newest build: the Tripp Design 62 built at New England Boatworks and coated in Alexseal. Check out this superb article in the November 2016 issue of Yachting World.
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October 21, 2016
What happens when you cross a sportfishing boat with a luxury ocean cruising yacht? You may end up with Nordlund’s exclusive 115’ (35m) yachtfisher. This amazing design provides for incredible creature comforts and luxurious living spaces throughout, while also offering the best equipment and a spacious cockpit that any serious angler would covet. This all-fiberglass yacht can roam the oceans and seek out the best fishing spots in the world, all while traveling on her own bottom – her incredible range and seaworthiness make it possible.
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