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UNION, NJ -- Interlux Yacht Finishes has announced that
they have reached an agreement to supply their anti-fouling paint, Micron
66 to the combined fleet of almost 2,000 Moorings and Sunsail yachts worldwide.
The changeover has begun and it is expected to take 11
months to convert the fleet to Micron 66. Martin Challis, Group Technical
Director for both the Moorings and Sunsail said, "We are delighted
with this decision. In our many product tests, Micron 66 performed to
antifouling standards we have not seen before. Its performance and durability
will save the company money on a short and long term basis. We also achieve
the benefit of being environmentally conscious as Micron 66 does not use
TBT and uses less copper more efficiently than any other bottom paint."
The Moorings and Sunsail Vacation Charters are the largest
yacht charter operators in the world, they are owned by First Choice Holdings,
Limited and have bases in 43 countries.
About Interlux Yacht Finishes
Interlux Yacht Finishes, based in Union, New Jersey provides
the latest and safest antifouling, paints, epoxy resins and associated
boat maintenance products for the refurbishment and new build of all pleasure
boats. Interlux Yacht Finishes is leading supplier of high performance
Marine Coatings and is a part of Akzo Nobel, a market driven, technology-based
company. Akzo Nobel, based in the Netherlands, serves customers throughout
the world with healthcare products, coatings and chemicals. Consolidated
sales for 2006 totalled EUR 14 billion. The Company currently employs
approximately 62,000 people in more than 80 countries.
Source: Interlux
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