IN THIS ISSUEAwlgrip Training

Sponsorship Events

The New Awlcraft SE Topcoat

Low VOC Systems

ISSUE 7 / 2010 – 2011 WWW.AWLGRIP.COM

AWLNEWSTHE LATEST REPORTS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE

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TRAINING

AWLGRIP ENHANCESTRAINING FACILITYSCHEMES

With so many world class builders and applicators the yacht industryis a fiercely competitive place to be. Those striving to stay ahead of the game are investing in their personnel. A knowledgeable, capable,trained workforce is the key to maximizing efficiency, quality andoutput.

For over 35 years, Awlgrip has been recognized as the most dependablepaint available, supported with the finest technical expertise. How do weachieve this? Awlgrip invests in continual internal training. All Technical SalesRepresentatives, regardless of previous experience (of which all our TSR’shave a great deal!) undergo regular sessions on a wide range of topics,from learning about upcoming products to new application and inspectionmethods.

In the Asia Pacific region, either 3 or 5 day internal training programs areheld at least once a year which are attended by both sales and customerservice personnel. As well as in depth training on Awlgrip products andapplication techniques, the attendees receive the latest information on sprayguns, sanders, grinders, etc, which is presented to them by key supplierswithin the yacht industry. A typical program will also include updates onhealth and safety, and tips on improving efficiencies within the paintshop, all of which can be passed on to Awlgrip customers. The training sessionsare very hands on and in a recent session held earlier this year at the GoldCoast in Australia, four powerboats ranging between 26 – 35 ft weresanded, primed and topcoated.

Not only do we train our own team, as part of our outstanding technicalback up and support, we also provide training either on site or at our YachtPaint Application Centers. These dedicated Yacht Paint Application Centersrun training courses on Awlgrip products and systems, covering a widerange of areas, such as achieving the finest finish through best practices on preparation and application, health and safety guidance in all aspects of application, and Personal Protective Equipment requirements. Awlgripalso offer bespoke programs tailored to individual requirements.

The Awlgrip training courses are available for all professionals, such asapplicators, paint foremen, new project managers, specifiers and yards, no matter what their role is within the industry. In instances when customersrequire training for specific projects, Awlgrip experts also provide hands-ontechnical training and support on-site at the customer’s premises.

Awlgrip currently has three Yacht Paint Application Centers, located inSouthampton, UK, Viareggio, Italy, and Cocoa Beach, Florida USA, and isplanning to open a Center on the East Coast of Australia, scheduled for thelatter part of 2010.

The most recent center to open is in Cocoa Beach, Florida. The 2500 sq ft (232 m2) training center includes state-of-the-art applicationequipment and specially designed areas for theory and practical training,with breakout area, classroom and large application booth.

The applicator and distributor sales training courses in Florida are headed up by Technical Field Support Representative, Bob Lalonde, who comments: “The 1-day course provides an overview of all the Awlgripproducts and gives participants the opportunity to find out more aboutproducts that are particularly relevant to their operations and their ownprocedures. We also give practical training to help optimize participants’own processes and ultimately help them achieve superior finishes. Weprovide instruction on surface preparation, coatings systems, equipment,spray gun set-up and various other tips.”

Courses for 2011 can be arranged by contacting anddiscussing your needs with your local AwlgripTechnical Sales Representative.

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AWLMIX

STATE-OF-THE-ART MIXING FOR STATE-OF-THE-ART COATINGSIn 2004 Awlgrip introduced Awlmix, an advanced color mixing system that enabled Awlgrip andkey Awlgrip distributors to offer a color matching system for any Awlgrip or Awlcraft 2000topcoat, including special requests for new colors.

Since then this service has brought numerous benefits to captains and crew globally ensuring that nomatter where in the world, paint matched to their exact needs is always available and fast. All Awlmixcolors are made to the same high quality and specification as any factory made product. Whethermatching your custom fabric or purple Bentley, Awlmix is the ideal choice when it comes to customcolors for your yacht, no matter how large or small the job.

Dedicated New Modern Facility Opens in Newcastle

Awlgrip is pleased to announce that a new Awlmix color matching and production facility has recentlyopened in Felling, Newcastle, UK. Featuring a state-of-the-art spray booth for application trials andcustomer panel preparation, the new 2000 sq.ft (185 m2) building houses a dedicated mixing area,prep area and separate office where color matching commences using the latest in spectrophotometers and color matching software.

As with all Awlmix facilities the new facility provides custom colors for Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000 product ranges as well as also being the center for therecently launched Awlcraft SE range. Capable of providing custom colors from 1 quart to over 15 gallons the facility is home to three dedicated chemists, allhighly trained in the latest color matching techniques.

Here at SNAI we were one of the first Awlgrip distributors to utilize the AwlmixSystem. We are now able to satisfy the increasing demand for special colors,both in the Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000 Topcoat lines. We now make around 40Awlmix formulations each month.MARZIO DE CRISTOFANO, SNAI, ITALY

As the UK Awlgrip Distributor, we have been using the Awlmix system for nearlytwo years and have greatly benefited from the added flexibility the system givesus. Our customers now see a fast delivery of made-to-order colours and specialmixes, while the reduction in non-standard stock has enabled us to stock morefrequently used colours thus ensuring a better all round service to ourcustomers. This increased flexibility and special colour ability now means ourcustomers contact us for their total paint requirements.ADRIAN LAYTON, MARINEWARE, UK

As an Awlmix distributor it gives us great pleasure to be able to provide ourcustomers with an exact match for a special color, especially when the requestis urgent – whether it be for a touch up or because an applicator requires a finalgallon of paint for a current project. Awlmix is something like a small paintfactory and sometimes a saviour.MAHMUT GÜRSOY, MARINTEK A.S.,TURKEY

Since 2007 we have used the Awlmix system to make over 5000 lts of Awlgripand Awlcraft 2000 topcoat. The Awlmix system has eliminated the need tostock all colors and allows us to meet our customer’s needs in the quickest timepossible. With the unique support from Awlgrip we are able to develop anycolor. We believe our investment in Awlmix has helped us become the strong and reliable partner we are known for in the yacht market.KAI ARENDHOLZ, VONDERLINDEN, GERMANY

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Oy Maritim Ab – FinlandA.G.L. – FranceM.U.H. Von Der Linden – GermanyTechnochrom S.A. – GreeceS.N.A.I – ItalyPinmar – Spain (Barcelona)Island Water World Offshore Inc. – Netherlands, AntillesMast Jachtschilders – NetherlandsVC Vertriebs AG – SwitzerlandMarintek Deniz Ve Yat Malz.Ticaret, A.S. – TurkeyMarineware Ltd – UKLlewellyn Supply Co. – CaliforniaSvendsen's Marine – California

Kellogg Marine Supply – ConnecticutBen's Auto Marine Supply – FloridaCarquest – FloridaDonovan Marine, Inc. – FloridaFinishmaster – FloridaGold Coast Marine, Inc. – FloridaMerritt Supply - FloridaNautical & Industrial Supply, Inc. – FloridaRiver Supply, Inc. – GeorgiaSea Chest Marine Distributor – LouisianaDonovan Marine (Oceana Division) – MarylandSurfaceworx – MassachusettsMidwest Industrial Coatings, Inc. – MinnesotaNAC of Mays Landing – New Jersey

Jobbers Automotive LLC – OhioComposites One - Rhode IslandPaxton Company – South CarolinaBlackburn Marine, Inc. – TexasAER Supply Inc. – TexasPaxton Company – VirginiaFisheries Supply Corp. – WashingtonPacific Shipyards International – HawaiiDowning Products, Ltd – CanadaMermaid Marine Products – CanadaPayne's Marine Supply, Inc – CanadaWestern Marine Company – CanadaCEA Industrial Supply – Puerto Rico, First African signs – South Africa

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The following distributors are now setup with the Awlmix software:

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SPONSORSHIPAwlgrip are actively involved in the wider yachting community and support various events globally. Below are some examples of how Awlgripparticipates or sponsors industry associated events.

Within the North American market sportsfishtournaments are popular and well attended events.Awlgrip sponsors numerous events throughout thesportsfish calendar. Below is a brief snapshot of someof these events.

BERMUDA BILLFISH BLASTBermuda Billfish Blast is a two day billfish event with ‘topteam honors’ going to the team that tallies the most pointsduring the tournament. Eligible species for the tournamentinclude blue marlin, white marlin, spearfish and sailfish. Awlgrip was a proud Platinum sponsor of this eventwhich took place on 2nd – 5th July 2010.

PIRATES COVE BIG GAMETOURNAMENTThe annual Pirate’s Cove World Class Billfish Tournamentwas held on 10th – 13th August 2010 in Manteo, NorthCarolina. 69 boats and crew headed for the open seas inthe hope of catching the winning fish and the size figureprize. The Pirates Cove Big Game Tournament works withlocal charities to raise money for their causes. This year was their 27th season and Awlgrip is proud to have been a part of it.

PINMAR GOLF TOURNAMENTThe 2009 Pinmar Yachtsman’s Golf Tournament at the Son Quint GolfCourse in Mallorca, co-sponsored by Awlgrip, was once againorganized by Pinmar Yacht Painting Systems in aid of raising vital fundsfor charity. Now in its 21st year, the event continues to receive anoverwhelming level of support from the superyacht industry and raisedover 37,000 Euros for nominated charities, which include Allan Graham4 Kidz.

We have been a proud sponsor of the Pinmar Yachtsman’s Golf Tournament for 15 years now. The industry involvementyear-on-year has been superb and it has proved itself to be agreat industry event that also benefits many deserving charities.

Michel van Dijck, European Sales Manager.

The 22nd Pinmar Yachtsman’s Golf Tournament will be heldfrom 21st – 23rd October 2010.

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WBBAThe Whisper Boat Building Academy (WBBA), founded by Peter Jacops, isa Public Benefit Organization based in Cape Town, South Africa. SouthAfrica suffers from a large under privileged population where unemploymentis high and skilled boat builders are few and far between. People who arehandicapped particularly struggle within this economic environment. The WBBA is primarily for deaf students with the aim of providing them basic yacht building skills.

To date the WBBA has been financed by gifts from Dutch, Belgian and South African organizations, as well as from the sales of the boats. Everyyear the Southern African Awlgrip agent Kuba Miszewski of All Paints andProducts provides a yacht painting course, and the paint materials, tostudents from the academy. Awlgrip is pleased to have the opportunity to enhance the lives of many young South Africans whilst also contributing to sustaining the skilled labor force needed by the yacht industry.

THE WHISPER BOAT BUILDING ACADEMY

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JESSICA WATSON

SAILS INTO HISTORYAged just 17, Jessica Watson has become the youngestperson to sail solo non-stop and unassisted around theWorld.

Jessica’s vessel, Ella’s Pink Lady is a 34 ft (10 m) Sparkman andStephens designed cutter originally built in 1984 by the Swarbrichfamily in Western Australia.

The S&S 34 became famous after Jon Sanders, David Dicks andJesse Martin used them for their history making solocircumnavigations.

Before heading to sea, Ella’s Pink Lady underwent a full refit toensure that she was in the best possible condition with specificmodifications and additions to ensure she was ready to cope with the long and arduous journey to come.

The vessel was painted with Awlgrip Topcoat and as is evidentfrom the pictures and the name, Jessica’s color of choice was‘Hot Pink’ – a color which Awlgrip was honored to supply.

As proud sponsors Awlgrip commends Jessica on hersuccess. The physical and mental challenges Jessicaconquered on this voyage are proof of a strength rarelyfound in one so young. Congratulations Jessica!

Photographs courtesy of Bruce & Suzanne Arms, BWR Multihulls

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NEW PRODUCT

AWLGRIP REVEALS NEW SPECIAL EFFECT TOPCOAT– AWLCRAFT SEFollowing the recent completion of an exciting product developmentprogram, Awlgrip has introduced a range of special effect finishes to theyacht market with the revolutionary Awlcraft SE – encompassing fast-dryingmetallics, pearls and effect coatings with excellent opacity. Awlcraft SE wasrecently launched in Europe and North America and will be introduced to theAsia Pacific market soon.

Available in custom colors, Awlcraft SE is designed to work as one layer of amulti-part system where the Awlcraft SE imparts the color and effect while theclearcoat provides a clear high gloss finish and protection. This combination forms a high performance, high gloss robust topcoat system.

The complete Awlcraft SE system is designed to be as simple as possible, fromthe components involved through to the application. The Awlcraft SE comprises of a simple two coat plus mist coat application, formulated to give an even finish withminimum effort. Needing no specialist equipment or training, Awlcraft SE will givea high quality finish time after time when applied using standard topcoatequipment and techniques.

Awlcraft SE does not use any complex or new converters or reducers; Awlcat #2(G3010) is the converter and the mix is reduced using the same range of topcoatreducers as used in the current Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000 premium topcoats.Awlcraft SE is then topcoated with the established Awlcraft 2000 High Gloss Clear (F3029) and benefits from all the attributes associated, namely the high gloss, robust nature of the product which is still repairable and buffable.

Since its recent launch, Awlcraft SE has already gained momentum and acclaim. Keith Brooks at Lazzara Yachts raves about the new topcoat. The utilization of the F3029 Awlcraft 2000 Clear is very much a bonus in Keith’s opinion who went on to say...

For Lazzara yachts we always need an ‘A’ game. Awlcraft SE helps us achieve that.

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LOW VOC SYSTEM The continual goal of Awlgrip is to always provide customers with the best while accommodating regulatory requirements without compromisingresults. One of the current and most pressing regulatory requirements is the pressure to reduce VOC levels in all products from primers through to topcoats.

Awlgrip is committed to continual product development including the development of new technologies, in order to provide long term solutions to the VOC issue.

TOPCOAT - AWLGRIP HS

345 HS PRIMER

MAX COR CF

HIGH BUILD

AWLFAIR LW

HIGH BUILD

SUBSTRATE - STEEL / ALUMINUM

The adjacent diagram is a typical example of a low VOC system. Alternative systems areavailable and may not consist of as manylayers as the system illustrated.

In this example, the system starts with the high solids, chromate-free, corrosion inhibitingMax Cor CF primer. This provides an excellentbase for subsequent Awlgrip primers and hasa VOC of 378g/lt or 3.15lbs/gallon.

As with many Awlgrip specs, the foundation ofthe system is the underlying layer of primersand fillers. High Build is an excellent epoxysealer, suitable as a substrate primer and forsealing epoxy filler, with a mixed VOC of only335g/lt or 2.8lbs/gallon.** This VOC applies to North America only. In North America D3002 isclassed as a VOC exempt converter. In Europe the VOC is 361 g/lt or3 lbs/gallon

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Awlgrip HS has an easy mix ratio, two coat application for most colors and ofcourse the exceptional durability that is expected from an Awlgrip finish.

Film levelling (or flow) is one of the challenges associated with any high solidspaint. The development of Awlgrip HS has pushed this attribute closer to thatof the premium Awlgrip finish than ever before.

Awlgrip HS comes with a choice of 3 different activators which allows theapplicator the freedom and flexibility to choose the ideal mix to achieve theoptimum finish.

Awlgrip HS is poised to become the ultimate High Solids Polyester Urethanein the Yacht market.

Awlfair LW is the premium, epoxy trowelable fairing compound which is usedfor fairing, levelling and smoothing surface imperfections. It boasts an easy tomix formulation, with a smooth, creamy consistency, resulting in a tight screedthat requires less sanding.

Following completion of the priming layers, 345 HS, the high solids epoxyundercoat, is applied prior to the application of Awlgrip HS topcoat. Withexcellent coverage and high film build, 345 HS enables the coating system tobe applied in 1 – 2 coats, saving application time. The low VOC system iscompleted using Awlgrip HS topcoat.

Awlgrip HS is a polyurethane topcoat which has been formulated on modernresin technology to provide a low VOC, long-lasting finish. The lower solventcontent makes this product an ideal choice for applicators and buildersseeking products with reduced emissions.

Visit us at www.awlgrip.comfor further information.

NORTH AMERICA 2270 Morris Avenue Union, New Jersey 07083 TEL: 888-355-3090 FAX: 908-686-8545

EUROPE Bannerlaan 54 2280 Grobbendonk Belgium TEL: 32.14.25.7770 FAX: 32.14.23.0880

AUSTRALIA Unit E54 Gold Coast City Marina 76 Waterway Drive Coomera Queensland 4209 AustraliaTEL: 61.7.5573.9655 or 1800.007.866 FAX: 61.7.5573.9677

NEW ZEALAND 686 Rosebank Road Avondale Auckland New Zealand TEL: 64.9.828.3009 or 0800.150.527 FAX: 64.9.828.1129

ASIA No.1 Tuas Avenue 4 Singapore 639382 TEL: 65.6862.2928 FAX: 65.6862.0778

NORTH AMERICA:Nick Hall – VP-Sales ManagerNick.Hall@akzonobel.comSteve Smith – VP-Key AccountsSteve.Smith@akzonobel.comBob Donat – VP Sales Central RegionBob.Donat@akzonobel.comJim Hogan – Sales Manager SoutheastJim.Hogan@@akzonobel.comFrank Szafranski – Sales Manager West CoastFrank.Szafranski@akzonobel.com

Awlgrip® Technical Sales Representatives: Andy.Colloton@akzonobel.comJeremy.Dolan@akzonobel.comAndy.Jameson@akzonobel.comBob.Lalonde@akzonobel.comChris.Maher@akzonobel.comRon.Marrone@akzonobel.comtonymccormick@shaw.caFred.Sommers@akzonobel.comStan.Susman@akzonobel.comTim.Taylor@akzonobel.comMark.DiPietro@akzonobel.comGeorge.Dunigan@akzonobel.comMike.Kent@akzonobel.comKevin.Kyle@akzonobel.comTony.Palabrica@akzonobel.com

EUROPE:Michel Van Dijck – General ManagerMichel.VanDijck@akzonobel.comTinne Van Elst – Management and Marketing AssistantTinne.Vanelst@akzonobel.comFrank Tas – Customer ServiceFrank.Tas@akzonobel.com

ASIA PACIFIC:Derrick Nowak – Brand Manager – Asia PacificDerrick.Nowak@akzonobel.comOwen Sweetman – Western AustraliaOwen.Sweetman@akzonobel.comErnest Lee – SingaporeErnest.Lee@akzonobel.comMichael Stacey – New ZealandMichael.Stacey@akzonobel.comJohn Walton – New ZealandJohn.Walton@akzonobel.com

GLOBAL SUPPORT:Ken Hickling – Global ManagerKen.Hickling@akzonobel.comDavid Halcomb - VP Global Business Development ManagerDavid.Halcomb@akzonobel.comChris Toole – Senior Product ManagerChris.Toole@akzonobel.comClaire Brown – Product Manager & EditorClaire.Brown@akzonobel.com

FORTHCOMING EVENTS CONTACTS

Awlgrip®, the AkzoNobel logo and all products mentioned in this sheet are trademarks of, or licensed to AkzoNobel. © Akzo Nobel N.V. 2010

2010SEPTEMBER

Festival International de la Plaisance – Cannes, France 08–13

Southampton International Boat Show – Southampton, UK 10–19

Grand Pavois de la Rochelle – La Rochelle, France 15–20

Newport International Boat Show – Newport, RI 16–19

Monaco Yacht Show – Monaco 22–25

IBEX 2010 – Louisville, KY 28–30

OCTOBER Genoa International Boat show – Genoa, Italy 02–10

U.S. Sailboat Show – Annapolis, MD 07–11

Mandurah Boat Show – Western Australia 08–10

Athens International Boat Show – Athens, Greece 16–24

U.S. Powerboat Show – Annapolis, MD 11–17

Turkish International Boat Show – Istanbul, Turkey 20–25

Hanseboot, Hamburg International Boat Show – Hamburg, Germany 30–07 Nov

Ft.Lauderdale International Boat Show – Ft. Lauderdale, FL 28–01 Nov

NOVEMBER Barcelona International Boat Show – Barcelona, Spain 06–14

METS – Amsterdam, Netherlands 16–18

DECEMBER Salon Nautique International de Paris – Paris, France 04–12

2011JANUARY

London International Boat Show – London, UK 07–16

Boot Düsseldorf – Düsseldorf, Germany 22–30

Strictly Sail – Chicago, IL 27–30

Seattle Boat Show – Seattle, WA 21–30

FEBRUARY

Yacht & Brokerage Boat Show – Miami Beach, FL 10–14

Boot Holland – Leeuwarden, Netherlands 11–16

Helsinki International Boat Show – Helsinki, Finland 11–20

Belgian Boat Show – Gent, Belgium 12–20

Seatec – Carrara, Italy 16–18

MARCH Yokohama Boat Show – Yokohama, Japan 03–06

Dubai International Boat Show – Dubai, UAE 01–05

Auckland International Boat Show – NZ 09–13

Abu Dhabi Yacht Show – Abu Dhabi, UAE 10–13

APRIL Shanghai Boat show – Shanghai, China 14–17

Moscow International Boat Show – Moscow, Russia 14–17

MAY MYBA Charter Show – Genoa, Italy 02–06

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show – Gold Coast, AUS 19–22

JUNE Melbourne Boat Show – Vic, Australia 09–13

JULYSydney International Boat Show – NSW, Australia 28–01 Aug