Maritime
Bigger ships. Bolder ambition. Less time. Why put your maritime operations at risk
with yesterday’s mooring equipment?
Work smarter. Choose Dyneema® SK78.
The Maritime sector is growing fast, carrying 80% of global trade. Seaborne trade is predicted to increase by another 25% by 2030 and the pressure to do more in less time is increasing. Like never before, there is an industry-wide need to balance output against risk. But too many are still relying on equipment that will not give peace of mind. Can you afford not to change?
Mooring and tow ropes made with Dyneema® SK78, the world’s strongest fiber™, are helping the Maritime industry to achieve new levels of safety, efficiency and reliability. Lighter, more durable, easier to handle and with limited rope backlash, ropes made with Dyneema® are a trusted choice for the Maritime sector.
Maritime Applications
How we work with the Maritime industry
Why choose Dyneema® SK78?
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Trusted
Engineered with increased abrasion, fatigue, high temperature, creep and bending performance
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More Efficient
Long-lasting, hardwearing and sustainable to save you time and costs
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Safe
Seven times lighter than steel-wire and 40% lighter than polyester, but just as strong – trusted by 75% of the world’s LNG tankers. Fewer accidents due to limited rope backlash
Real life Maritime stories
Renowned and certified
Dyneema® SK78 fiber is renowned for its quality, consistency and performance. This has resulted in an Approval of Manufacturing Certificate by DNV GL, and in a Notification for Approval of Filament by ClassNK. If you want to know more about our certifications, please contact us.
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