Market News
Recent Developments
New product launches
- Dyneema SK78 Fender Ropes: Dyneema, a leading manufacturer of high-performance fibers, launched their Dyneema SK78 Fender Ropes. These ropes are made from a high-strength, low-stretch Dyneema fiber that offers excellent durability and abrasion resistance. The launch aimed to provide boaters with advanced and reliable Fender Rope options.
- Marlow Excel Fender Ropes: Marlow Ropes (Manufacturer of world-class synthetic fibre ropes for all markets and applications, specialising in high-performance fibres) introduced their Excel Fender Ropes range, featuring ropes made from high-quality synthetic fibers. The Excel Fender Ropes are designed to offer enhanced strength, flexibility, and longevity, catering to the needs of both recreational and commercial boaters.
- Customizable Fender Rope Solutions: Some manufacturers have started offering customizable Fender Rope solutions to meet specific customer requirements. These solutions allow customers to choose the desired length, diameter, color, and style of their Fender Ropes, providing a personalized approach to vessel protection.
Acquisition and partnerships
- In June 2022, Bridon-Bekaert Ropes Group (leading global supplier of steel wire and synthetic ropes, which are used in a wide variety of industrial applications) collaborated with Signet Marine to supply 22-strand ropes to Bergen Offshore Decommissioning as part of a major decommissioning project in Norway. This collaboration demonstrated the capabilities of Bridon-Bekaert's customized heavy lift ropes. The successful project strengthened Bridon-Bekaert's presence in the offshore decommissioning market.
- In November 2022, Prosertek launched new fender ropes made with high-tenacity polyamide yarns. These ropes have greater resistance to abrasion and wear, which increases their durability. This product launch has expanded Prosertek's fender rope offerings and provided customers with a more durable option, benefiting the company.