Hempel expands in US and Canada through SeaWide agreement
Yacht coating solutions specialist Hempel is expanding its presence and distribution capabilities throughout the U.S. and Canada, following a new distribution agreement with SeaWide Marine Distribution.
Hempel says the new partnership ‘opens exciting possibilities’ as it looks to expand its market share and deliver high-quality yacht products to a broader North American audience. Together with SeaWide, Hempel is expanding its network and expertise in the region, providing biocide-free underwater protection for yacht customers.
“SeaWide, a respected distributor with a strong presence in the North American market and a reputation for excellence and reliability, was our first choice for representing Hempel’s yacht products,” says Alexander Enstroem, executive vice president and head of marine at Hempel.
He continues: “This distribution agreement represents a significant milestone for us at Hempel. It enables us to better serve our North American customers, strengthening our commitment to delivering exceptional yacht paint solutions. We are confident that our partnership with SeaWide will drive growth, increase accessibility, and provide outstanding and more sustainable solutions to our customers.”
SeaWide category director, Lacey Neahr, adds: “We are excited to have exclusive rights to sell and distribute Hempel’s Silic One, an innovative solution designed to protect vessels from the harmful effects of marine growth while minimising the environmental impact of the products used.
“We chose to partner with Hempel because their antifouling solutions do not include copper or other biocides that affect marine life. In addition, Hempel’s proven technology reduces maintenance time and costs and makes any vessel more efficient for better performance with lower fuel consumption.”
