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The Official Newsletter of ALEXSEAL ® Yacht Coatings - Volume III, Issue I In our rise as a global market leader over the last 10 years, there are a number of aspects that allow ALEXSEAL ® to stand behind our claim of delivering a superior finish in every can. The proprietary formulas that comprise our products are just one component of this success. The marine market’s eager adoption of ALEXSEAL ® products is due perhaps in equal part to Mankiewicz’s investment in the team that developed – and now services – the brand. Our parent company and paint pioneer Mankiewicz Gebr. & Co. built their century-old business on the belief that if they invest in the very best, the greatest returns will be realized. Before Mankiewicz even began selecting raw materials, they started by amassing a think-tank of over 150 of the world’s most innovative chemists and respected coatings veterans. Together, they defined the shortcomings of existing marine coatings, and utilized Mankiewicz’s experience from their highly advanced systems such as those that beautify and protect commercial aircraft at speeds in excess of 600mph – to masterfully merge the Delivering a Superior Finish and Extraordinary Service An Inspirational ALEXSEAL ® Finish for e Big Fish Built by McMullen & Wing in New Zealand as the ultimate expedition vessel, the 147’ (45M) Big Fish, aims to be the first luxury yacht to complete a Polar Circumnavigation, entering both Arctic and Antarctic Circles, crossing all lines of meridian and passing or rounding all five major capes. No small feat for any yacht, they have also set course to do so in a “Sensibly Green” fashion. ALEXSEAL ® shares this principle by constantly challenging our engineers to deliver environmentally conscious products. ALEXSEAL ® products incorporate the requirements of the European Union’s strictest law to date, known as REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals). REACH regulates the production and use of chemical substances and their potential impacts on both human health and the environment. Being that REACH mandates exceed environmental standards of almost all other developed nations, ALEXSEAL ® prides itself in being globally compliant while still outperforming our competition. Already the recipients of numerous awards, we at ALEXSEAL ® also congratulate McMullen & Wing, Ltd. and Aquos Yachts for coupling their contemporary vision with extraordinary environmental stewardship in the M/Y Big Fish. photo: Tim McKenna / Aquos Yachts Page 1 of 8 ALEXSEAL.COM > Europe: +49 0 40 75 10 30 > North America: +1 843 654 7755 FAIRING& FINISHES Continued on Page 4 2 2 3 5 7 Inside this Issue Donzi R-73 Roscioli Yachting Center Westport Westport Yachts NISI 2400 NISI Yachts Product News Metallic System Pro Resources Application Guide Coming Soon

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The Official Newsletter of ALEXSEAL® Yacht Coatings - Volume III, Issue I

In our rise as a global market leader over the last 10 years, there are a number of aspects that allow ALEXSEAL® to stand behind our claim of delivering a superior finish in every can. The proprietary formulas that comprise our products are just one component of this success. The marine market’s eager adoption of ALEXSEAL® products is due perhaps in equal part to Mankiewicz’s investment in the team that developed – and now services – the brand.

Our parent company and paint pioneer Mankiewicz Gebr. & Co. built their century-old business on the belief

that if they invest in the very best, the greatest returns will be realized. Before Mankiewicz even began selecting raw materials, they started by amassing a think-tank of over 150 of the world’s most innovative chemists and respected coatings veterans. Together, they defined the shortcomings of existing marine coatings, and utilized Mankiewicz’s experience from their highly advanced systems – such as those that beautify and protect commercial aircraft at speeds in excess of 600mph – to masterfully merge the

Delivering a Superior Finish and Extraordinary Service

An Inspirational ALEXSEAL® Finish for the Big Fish

Built by McMullen & Wing in New Zealand as the ultimate expedition vessel, the 147’ (45M) Big Fish, aims to be the first luxury yacht to complete a Polar Circumnavigation, entering both Arctic and Antarctic Circles, crossing all lines of meridian and passing or rounding all five major capes. No small feat for any yacht, they have also set course to do so in a “Sensibly Green” fashion.

ALEXSEAL® shares this principle by constantly challenging our engineers to deliver environmentally conscious products. ALEXSEAL® products incorporate the requirements of the European Union’s strictest law to date, known as REACH (Registration,

Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals).

REACH regulates the p r o d u c t i o n

and use of chemical substances and their potential impacts on both human health and the environment. Being that REACH mandates exceed environmental standards of almost all other developed nations, ALEXSEAL® prides itself in being globally compliant while still outperforming our competition.

Already the recipients of numerous awards, we at ALEXSEAL® also congratulate McMullen & Wing, Ltd.

and Aquos Yachts for

coupling their contemporary

vision with extraordinary

environmental stewardship in the

M/Y Big Fish.photo: Tim McKenna / Aquos Yachts

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FAIRING& FINISHES

Continued on Page 4

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Inside this Issue

Donzi R-73Roscioli Yachting Center

Westport Westport Yachts

NISI 2400NISI Yachts

Product NewsMetallic System

Pro ResourcesApplication Guide Coming Soon

photo: Scott Pearson

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Jongert Shipyard has recently re-launched the S/Y Ameena, a Jongert 2900M-line yacht after an extensive refit. Her new styling includes the luxurious protection of ALEXSEAL® Finish Primer 442 and

Premium Topcoat 501 applied to her aluminum mast, boom, superstructure and hull. A ShowBoats International Award winner for the best sailing yacht in the category up to 40 meters in length, “this fast sailer combines speed, luxury and comfort with a very unique identity,” says general manager Eel Kant. “She has a new styling, but her beautiful lines, outstanding sailing characteristics and her typical looks have not been changed.” As more and more owners decide to have their yachts upgraded, it is logical

to seek out world-class companies like Jongert, known globally for their time-honored craftsmanship backed by the latest technology. ALEXSEAL® is honored to provide Jongert customers with the advantages of our next-generation resin technology and proven systems which can respond to any application need, whether the substrate is aluminum, steel or FRP. New construction or refit, Jongert provides superior quality and confidence in their work, and with the support of ALEXSEAL®, their yachts have the best combination of appearance and durability of finish.

A New Look with ALEXSEAL® for the 2900M Jongert Ameena

Wieringerwerf, The NetherlandsAmeenaT 5153 Flag Blue

Roscioli Achieves a Perfect Balance of Luxury & Seaworthiness with ALEXSEAL®

Bob Roscioli started his career in the marine industry as an apprentice in 1962. Today he has applied his vast experience and unparalleled standard of excellence to Donzi by Roscioli and the recently

launched R-73.

The R-73 is a nimble, agile and powerful sportfishing yacht that can take all of the surprises that blue water tournament angling can serve up. Equally robust is the R-73’s ALEXSEAL® Diamond Gray Metallic finish. Developed specifically to withstand destructive marine elements, the ALEXSEAL® Metallic system provides

discerning yacht owners a more durable and luxurious alternative to the less-than-ideal automotive finishes traditionally used in the marine market. ALEXSEAL® Metallic Base Coat achieves superior adhesion while reducing “mottling” – a common challenge with traditional metallic paints.

According to Bob Roscioli, “Roscioli Yachting Center customers and staff are extremely pleased with the ALEXSEAL® Yacht Coatings finish achieved on

numerous recent projects.” Much like Roscioli and their completely renovated Fort Lauderdale facility,

ALEXSEAL® is committed to maintaining, if not surpassing, the highest standards of quality. Roscioli sets the benchmark for quality application, just as ALEXSEAL® does with the products they apply.

Ft. Lauderdale, FL, USADonzi 73M 8945 Diamond Gray

Acico 74: a Shining Star Studded with ALEXSEAL® MetallicALEXSEAL® is proud to be the coating of choice on the new Acico Yachts AY74. One of Boat International’s “Must See” yachts, this 23 meter flybridge motor yacht is built to the highest standards by Dutch master craftsmen. Her distinctive deep-V hull and retro styling are further complimented by a lustrous custom ALEXSEAL® metallic finish, making the AY74 the talk of the docks as she travels around the globe. ALEXSEAL® chemical engineers formulated our unique metallic technology for reliable application on large surfaces and panels, such as the Acico 74’s

expansive hullsides.

The ALEXSEAL® Metallic Series is a two-step system consisting of a Metallic Base Coat followed by a Clear Coat application. ALEXSEAL® Metallic Base Coat provides superior inter-coat adhesion, and reduces the possibility of mottling or unevenness in the finish. While continuing to provide unsurpassed durability and abrasion resistance, this innovative product incorporates special pigmentation, which offers excellent coverage, uniformity and ease of application. Just as Acico Yachts incorporated the most modern technology

into their latest creation, ALEXSEAL® offers enhanced attributes to best serve the marine market with specifically balanced chemical formulations that favor both the applicator and the discerning yacht owner.

Enkhuizen, The NetherlandsAcico 74Custom Silk Gray

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FAIRING & FINISHES FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE

line incorporates the latest advances in chemical bonding, the highest global environmental standards, and the current and future availability of raw materials – producing a revolutionary yacht coatings system that better meets the priorities of yacht owners while providing a consistent, yet adaptable system for applicators. Just as Westport focuses on quality and exceeding customer expectations that will bring years of enjoyment on the water, ALEXSEAL® takes very seriously their role in delivering the exceptional coatings quality and value that Westport owners have come to expect and appreciate.

Westport Yachts: Setting the Standard with ALEXSEAL® Since 1964, Westport has continuously invested in design, tooling, naval architecture, engineering, infrastructure, and people ensuring the quality and predictability that is the Westport standard. As a result of this considerable commitment, and with the financial strength as a world leader, Westport has earned the confidence of the most discriminating owners, based on an enviable record of delivering the finished product on time and on budget.

Similarly, ALEXSEAL’s parent company and paint pioneer, Mankiewicz Gebr.

& Co. directed its 150-plus chemists and a select group of world renowned marine coatings veterans with the task of developing a superior yacht coatings system. The resulting ALEXSEAL® product

Westport, WA, USABoardwalkT 9129 Stark White

accentuates the lines of this stylish vessel and helps ensure that any and all onlookers take notice.

A distinct impression has been created for NISI Yachts’ debutante, a 78’ semi-displacement model dubbed the NISI 2400. Possessing many contemporary features typically reserved for larger vessels, NISI 2400 is the only sub-80 foot yacht built to RINA Charter and MCA Commercial certifications. Built by European owned NISI Yachts in their new state of the art facility in southern China, NISI 2400 is an impressively well thought-out entry in this category. Another key to NISI’s instant popularity is the hull and design by Setzer Yacht Architects which minimizes weight to improve performance and render speeds

not expected on a semi-displacement hull of this size. Although new to the market, NISI 2400 has quickly become the benchmark by which other yachts of this size are measured.

Also growing in popularity in the marine market is the ALEXSEAL® Metallic System. Not only does the highly opulent finish add to NISI’s sophisticated presentation, the ALEXSEAL® system provides owners with a more durable metallic finish than was previously available in the marine market.

The ALEXSEAL® Hazelnut metallic finish

NISI Yachts Achieves Casual Opulence with ALEXSEAL® Metallic System

Zhuhai, ChinaNISI 2400M 8944 Hazelnut

Bering Steel Trawlers Provide ALEXSEAL® with a Great Proving GroundAlexei Mikhaylov, founder of Bering Yachts, began his yacht building career in Russia when he and a partner rebuilt a 136’ crew boat. Its successful rebuild and resale led to his next project, a steel ocean going passage maker with strength, durability, and ease of maintenance and repair. All the qualities that made steel the material of choice for Alexei and the foundation of Bering Yachts’ lines of long-range, full-displacement passage makers, also make ALEXSEAL® their finish of choice.

Bering Yachts strives to meet commercial safety requirements to provide the ultimate

cruising peace of mind for their owners. ALEXSEAL® offers similar peace of mind with a customer service model that provides support before, during and after application.

“Excellent customer service is the ability of an organization to constantly and consistently exceed the customer’s expectations, which would describe our experience with ALEXSEAL®” said Mikhaylov. “Armed with highly educated and trained personnel who are extremely knowledgeable about the products they represent and the applications for these products, ALEXSEAL® has been a tremendous business partner.” With models up to 80’, Bering offers serious exploring capabilities, and owners can rest easy knowing that their ALEXSEAL® Coatings will provide dependable service.

Guangdong, ChinaMilaT 9128 Oyster White

Delivering a Superior Finish and Extraordinary Service

Continued from Page 1

goals of providing a luxurious, durable and repairable marine finish.

The next step in ALEXSEAL’s revolutionary ascension was to research the current and future availability of the best raw materials. The team then incorporated these materials with the latest advances in chemical engineering, and the highest global environmental standards to provide the ideal “tough to scratch, yet easy to repair” finish. After extensive lab and real-market field trials of the product line, Mankiewicz introduced the ALEXSEAL® Yacht Coatings system to the world through the same coatings veterans that helped develop them. The team knew first-hand that they would be offering customers a system that would prove to be better than any other. The team identified builders across the globe who had intrinsic trust in them, and made a promise that they would not be disappointed with the ALEXSEAL® system. ALEXSEAL® staff was there every step of the way to solve any technical challenges, and back at the lab Mankiewicz was ready to replicate any condition to find the ideal application solution.

As these yachts were launched around the world, the opulent finishes became the talk of the docks. Comments from the builders, yards, applicators and owners alike would now tell the rest of the story – how their ALEXSEAL® service experience was as equally impressive as the final results. Highly sought-after applicators like Roger Rucker of Ft. Pierce, FL commented, “Jeff Holland understands this process from my level. He helped all the way on my first applications, and his in-depth knowledge of the product helped me

find great comfort and achieve the best looking finishes I’ve seen in my 31 years working in yards.” Roger continued, “ALEXSEAL® really sells itself too. Once people see an ALEXSEAL® finish, there is no question what they want me to apply. Even in a down economy, I have kept very busy thanks to ALEXSEAL®. I’m such a fan of ALEXSEAL®, that I’m painting my own boat with their new metallic system.”

To help others get comfortable with our new technology, our service team also provides seminars for applicators at large industry events like IBEX, and on-site at yards such as Chile’s Alwoplast, S.A. “ALEXSEAL’s one week on-site

application training workshop was very productive,” commented Alwoplast project management. “Congratulations on the excellent products and the outstanding customer support. We will proudly use only ALEXSEAL® coatings.”

When an owner, captain or service manager calls ALEXSEAL®, an experienced coatings pro with a genuine concern for the success of your yacht’s finish is there for you. Owner Al Bernetti was amazed at the ALEXSEAL® Sea Frost finish on his Omie Tillet sportfish salvaged from Hurricane Wilma, “The dedication to the system by the applicator and your technical support has given new life to a boat that had been sitting for five years, and many thought had seen her last days offshore. I really like that very few have the same color hull, and just really like your products overall. The entire

process is so much easier to work with,” said Bernetti.

Now that ALEXSEAL® is approaching a decade of dominance in the yacht coatings market place, it is overwhelmingly evident that we have staying power. Captain Ray Rosher of Miami’s tournament-winning Miss Britt Charters sums it up best, “Jeff, from ALEXSEAL®, has been a great help to me over the years, and I have had good results with the products. My boat still has the original paint that was applied during construction in late 2005 and early 2006. It is holding up great.”

With the leadership of Michael O. Grau, an avid sailor and third generation Mankiewicz owner, ALEXSEAL® has the resources to react promptly to the constantly changing market place and offer an adaptive coating uniquely tailored to marine applications. Whether your yacht is aluminum, steel or FRP – new construction or restoration – ALEXSEAL® has the complete system to respond to your unique application environment.

ALEXSEAL® proudly stands as a proven product with unsurpassed durability, ease of application and repair, world-wide availability and support, the highest gloss, and an enduring finish – all backed by a successful technology and service model delivered with every can.

The ALEXSEAL® Metallic System is designed specifically for the harsh marine environment, and offers discerning yacht owners a more durable and luxurious alternative to the less than ideal automotive finishes often used in the marine market.

The ALEXSEAL® Metallic System provides a brilliant metallic effect, great distinction of image, and long-term UV resistance. The revolutionary two-component polyester base coat is unique because it uses an isocyanate converter to strengthen the coating and promote intercoat adhesion while reducing mottling and unevenness in the final finish.

In addition, an aliphatic polyester polyurethane clear coat works in unison to provide the scratch and stain resistance that yachts require. This clear coat advantage

is why the ALEXSEAL® Metallic System performs like a single-stage aliphatic polyester polyurethane while providing superior metallic appearance.

ALEXSEAL‘s chemists designed this unique metallic technology for application on large surfaces while continuing to provide unsurpassed durability and abrasion resistance. This innovative product

Introducing the ALEXSEAL® Metallic System

development incorporates aluminum and special effect pigmentation and offers excellent coverage, uniformity and ease of application. No other metallic system provides these “severe wear” features that the marine market demands.

Backed by our professional technical and sales support programs, an ALEXSEAL® yacht represents the industry’s best combination of appearance and durability.

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“Once people see an ALEXSEAL® finish, there is no question what they

want me to apply.”

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ALEXSEAL® Resources

Application Guide Coming SoonThe ALEXSEAL® Professional Application Guide is intended to provide recommended safety, preparation, application, finishing, and maintenance information to help achieve the best application possible.

The first hard copy version will be coming off the presses in Q1, 2012 and will be available upon request from your ALEXSEAL® representative. Alternatively, log on to alexseal.com to view/download this comprehensive guide to achieving a superior finish for your yacht.

Product LiteratureALEXSEAL® product information is available in a variety of forms, including the following print materials. Please contact your sales and support representative or visit the ALEXSEAL® web site to request any of these documents.

• ALEXSEAL® Product Overview• ALEXSEAL® Brochure• Premium Topcoat Color Card• Metallic Color Card• Suede Color Card

WebsiteOur website, alexseal.com, should be considered the most up-to-date resource for ALEXSEAL® information, including product line-up, Technical Data Sheets (TDS), Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and distributor and support information.

Within the last year we’ve also launched a presence on the following social networking platforms:

Facebookfacebook.com/alexsealyachtcoatings

Twittertwitter.com/alexsealpaint

YouTubeyoutube.com/alexsealpaint

Marcel VoskampThe NetherlandsMbl: + 31 0 610 38 02 46Eml: [email protected] primarily serves the Dutch yachting network in the Netherlands and has acquired a unique level of expertise working with several of the world’s largest marine paint manufacturers. His vast knowledge of the region and marine coatings industry provides the ALEXSEAL® team with keen insight into every aspect of marine coatings trends and business protocols. Marcel’s territory, rich in boating history, is the home to many of the world’s most prestigious builders. Whether working with 20 ft wooden tenders, 100 ft carbon sailing yachts, or 300 ft steel superyachts, customers rely on Marcel’s expertise and support when applying our products.

Lauris AppelThe NetherlandsMbl: +31 0 613 65 35 62Eml: [email protected] began his illustrious career in the automotive market, including car refinishing, before starting with a Dutch wholesaler specializing in marine and protective coatings over 14 years ago. Due to the successful growth of ALEXSEAL® in the Dutch market, it was a natural progression to have Lauris’ broad experience and understanding brought into the ALEXSEAL® mix. The impeccable standards of the Dutch marine industry will be met, if not exceeded by ALEXSEAL® thanks to the technical knowledge and skilled support in the application process that Lauris brings to the marketplace.

John McCormackWestern EuropeMbl: + 44 7525 98 70 29Eml: [email protected]’s coatings career spans three decades, and includes experience as foreman of an automated plant and as the paint facilities and refit manager for a prestigious boat company. His coatings expertise is derived from being involved in almost every aspect of producing and applying paint. John is a key part of the ALEXSEAL® team that works closely together on the continued development of our products. John and the sales team provide customers with access to an unrivaled think-tank of coatings solutions, as well as a support system that spans the globe.

Serge BaccainiFranceMbl: + 33 6 75 78 44 33Eml: [email protected] has worked in the paint industry across the globe for nearly 15 years, joining the ALEXSEAL® team in 2006. Serge operates out of France supporting the large volume of new build and refit activity on the Mediterranean coast. Serge’s customers enjoy his on-site technical support and the added knowledge-base and swift responsiveness of the ALEXSEAL® factory in nearby Hamburg. Given the globe-trotting nature of yachts built and refit in this region, ALEXSEAL’s world-wide network and superior product quality have generated such an increase in demand that we are expanding our customer support in the South of France. With the help of Serge, ALEXSEAL® is able to respond even faster to our customer’s coating needs.

Corrado SallustioItalyMbl: +38 32 77 39 31 85Eml: [email protected] to joining the ALEXSEAL® team in 2011, Corrado spent more than a decade serving the Italian market for a multi-national chemical company. His extensive knowledge of the technology that comprises the ALEXSEAL® product line is another example of our service team’s foundation of success in ensuring your successful application results in total satisfaction. Corrado serves one of the most discerning marine markets in the world, and enjoys knowing that ALEXSEAL® is best suited to meet the challenge of this region’s trend-setting coating requirements. Whether managing a new coating project or a repaint, Corrado and the ALEXSEAL global network provide the best possible service to the Italian market.

Bin ZhouChinaMbl: +86 1582 1891 365Eml: [email protected] began his coatings career at Mankiewicz Headquarters in Hamburg, Germany and returned to Shanghai, China in 2009 to represent Mankiewicz. The yacht coatings market in this region has been expanding at a rapid pace due to the economic strength of the region as well as their expansive coastline. Together with a strong support staff and new facilities in Shanghai and Singapore, he has successfully introduced ALEXSEAL® to Chinese yacht builders. With the combination of ALEXSEAL’s experienced technical knowledge base, professional service and extensive R&D, Bin enjoys his role in establishing ALEXSEAL® as a market leader in China.

Christian von der HeydeCentral U.S.Mbl: + 1 314 265 0610Eml: [email protected] was instrumental in the development of ALEXSEAL®. As a chemist serving both the aviation and marine markets for 40 years, in the lab and in the field, Chris was very familiar with all available products and knew that it was time to look at a better manufacturing process to deliver more durable and repairable options. Mankiewicz’s 100-year coatings history and forward-thinking team of chemists were the perfect match to turn Chris’ innovative thinking into a reality that quickly became a brand of choice the world over.

Jeff GrandgenettGulf Coast U.S.Mbl: +1 850 502 6908Eml: [email protected] his beginnings in aerospace coatings in 1993 and immersion in the marine coatings industry since then, Jeff brings extensive knowledge of extreme conditions coatings manufacturing, product application, quality control and R&D to the ALEXSEAL® team. Jeff’s customers benefit greatly from his expertise and hands-on approach to ensuring their ALEXSEAL® finish exceeds all expectations.

Jeff HollandGeorgia, Florida, Caribbean, South America & AsiaMbl: + 1 772 979 2488Eml: [email protected] Abu Dhabi to Australia, Jeff is one of ALEXSEAL’s technical go-to experts. Jeff’s background as one of the first applicators of two-part polyurethane coatings in the

marine environment make him one of ALEXSEAL’s most widely sought after team members. With more than 35 years of experience in applying and selling yacht coatings, Jeff’s innate understanding of the coatings process in all types of conditions provides customers with the highly customized applications of ALEXSEAL® required in today’s diverse market. Jeff takes great pride in his involvement in the application of ALEXSEAL® on some of the most celebrated yachts in the world.

Tripp NelsonDelaware to GeorgiaMbl: + 1 919 604 2285Eml: [email protected] has acquired a deep understanding of the marine coatings industry, spending more than 30 years professionally dedicated to the marine market. From his beginnings sanding boats, to developing and marketing new products to standardizing global customer service protocols, Tripp’s primary focus is always how best to serve the customer and adapt products to the changing marine market. His loyal customers know that Tripp genuinely cares about, and takes pride in, the outcome of their painting processes.

Alastair SmithDelaware to Maine & Eastern CanadaMbl: + 1 203 641 0639Eml: [email protected] began his marine career working in a boat yard in 1985. He moved to selling marine coatings shortly thereafter and has served the boat yards and OEM’s of the northeastern coastline ever since. Alastair has an extensive knowledge of the marine coatings industry and a keen understanding of the strengths of ALEXSEAL® compared to competing products. He takes pride in introducing his customers to ALEXSEAL’s

superior products, knowing they are the result of substantial investments in R & D and serviced by a global coatings team.

Alex SandasWestern U.S., Western Canada & MexicoMbl: + 1 360 460 9006Eml: [email protected] an applicator, Alex’s perfectionist technique for applying yacht coatings made his refinishing business sought after in yards throughout the U.S. and the Caribbean. After more than twenty years and hundreds of applications, Alex brought his expertise to the marine coatings manufacturing industry. In joining the ALEXSEAL® team, he delivers unparalleled service to our customers, following orders from placement through application to ensure customer satisfaction.

Thomas SchultzEuropeMbl: +49 0 172 421 63 96Eml: [email protected] has played a key role in the evolution of the ALEXSEAL® program from the onset of Mankiewicz’s decision to deliver better coatings to the marine market. After several years of remarkable growth, Thomas and the entire ALEXSEAL® team celebrate what they have achieved in such a short period of time. Knowing Mankiewicz could deliver superior products gave Thomas the determination to take on the daunting task of conquering the highly competitive marine coatings market. With the combination of a hand picked, highly respected professional team and heavy investments in R&D, Thomas and Mankiewicz knew they could change the marine coatings landscape, and they have indeed done it.

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ALEXSEAL® Staff ALEXSEAL® Staff (continued)

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CARIBBEANOUTDOORS

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Panama City, Panama+507 221 4007www.colorboxsa.com

Seattle, WA, USA+1 206 632 4462www.fisheriessupply.com

Ft. Lauderdale, FL, USA+1 954 463 8281www.goldcoastmarine.com

Searsport, ME, USA+1 207 548 6302www.hamiltonmarine.com

Kreuzlingen, Switzerland+41 71 688 26 66www.heinrichwerft.ch

Ft. Lauderdale, FL, USA (HQ)+1 954 523 4371Greenport, NY, USA+1 631 477 1900Edenton, NC, USA+1 252 482 1114Cocoa, FL, USA+1 321 632 8484Stuart, FL, USA+1 772 286 2118www.lewismarine.com

Hamburg, Germany (HQ)+49 40 75 10 30Leicester, Great Britain+44 011 62 84 77 80Magny Les Hameaux, France+33 01 82 84 00 01www.mankiewicz.com

Shakopee, MN, USA+1 952 252 2000www.micicoatings.com

Singapore+65 6777 6001www.oceansin.com

Norfolk, VA, USA+1 757 853 6781Charleston, SC, USA+1 843 416 1613www.paxtonco.com

Phuket, Thailand+66 8981 31503www.p-marine.com

Victoria, BC, Canada+1 250 382 7722www.paynesmarine.com

San José, Costa Rica +506 2242 9500www.remsacr.com

Palma de Mallorca, Spain+34 971 213 305www.rollingstock.es

San Diego, CA, USA+1 619 224 2733www.sandiegomarine.com

Brisbane, Australia+61 73268 7511www.seairland.com.au

New Orleans, LA, USA+1 504 288 1250www.seachest.us

Mid Levels, Hong Kong+852 6016 3350www.smsmarinesupplies.com

Marseille, France+33 0 4 91 11 61 20www.intermedsogeric.com

New Glasgow, NS, Canada+1 902 928 1900www.stright-mackay.com

Athens, Greece+30 22950 22487www.technochrom.gr

Tuzla/Istanbul, Turkey+90 216 3941650www.teknomarin.com.tr

Middelharnis, The Netherlands+31 0187 482381www.vandongenverf.nl

Sneek, The Netherlands+31 0515 412703www.verfvanderfeer.nl

Rijeka, Croatia+385 51 263026www.yachthings.com

Gold CoastMarine Distributor

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ALEXSEAL® Distributors “At your service world-wide”