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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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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May 4, 2015
Zenobia, originally built by Abeking & Rasmussen in 2003, has been described as majestic, elegant and even invigorating in design and amenities. This amazing 57 meter (187 feet) yacht bears the appropriately fitting name of a 3rd century Syrian Queen who led a revolt against the Roman Empire – Zenobia exudes beauty and elegance, along with enduring strength of design and construction. This superyacht has recently spent time in the highly capable hands of Rolling Stock Finishing and Refinishing. At the company’s Toulon, France facilitiy, Zenobia received a comprehensive Alexseal paint application providing her with years of lasting protection and beauty wherever her travels may take her.
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July 22, 2012
Mankiewicz Gebr. & Co. and ALEXSEAL® Yacht Coatings continue to meet the increased global demand for ALEXSEAL’s superior product line by adding two new distributors to its highly accessible global product distribution network.International Bretagne Atlantique (IBA) Yacht Painting extends ALEXSEAL’s already established distribution in France with their three locations in Brest, Lorient and La Rochelle. And, UA Marine expands the availability of ALEXSEAL products to the Ukraine.
Since 1998, IBA has served the nautical world with their highly trained paint applicators for new build and refit shipyards, as well as ship chandlery services. Their passion is to provide their world-traveling customers with the very best in coatings applications – from surface preparation to fairing, and primers to top coats. Listening carefully to customer needs, IBA expertly addresses their requirements by supplying them with the right product and technical prowess.
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May 2, 2011
Charleston, South Carolina & Hamburg, Germany (May 12, 2011) – Mankiewicz Gebr & Co. and ALEXSEAL Yacht Coatings respong to the increasing global demand for ALEXSEAL’s superior product line by adding Frances Sogeric to its highly accessible global product distribution network. And, to support the successful growth of ALEXSEAL in the Dutch market, coatings veteran Lauris Appel has joined the ALEXSEAL sales and support team.
Known as leaders in their field since 1963, sogeric serves both the pleasure and commercial marine industries among others in the world’s best products and technical assistance. Through their state-of-the-art facility in Marseille and a fleet of teams on the ground, Sogeric serves marine coatings needs for vessels along the Spanish and Italian borders, Provence, the Coast of Corsica, Languedoc-Roussillon and beyond.
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