Blogs

When creating products and keeping ahead of development and innovation, we are lucky enough to have our own on-site tool room. This hub of innovation is based in our UK production facility. Undoubtedly meticulous design and precision engineering are at the heart of all our products. We take it very seriously to ensure we provide […]

With Wilks in its 50th year, it is time to look back at the core values that make Wilks products market-leading in marine fendering innovation. The vision driving Wilks from day one have been based on the key values of family, innovation, loyalty and success. This can be seen in the specialist local team, with […]

Introducing our new European Sales Manager, Chris Pannell, to the Flexiteek team. Tell us about your background. What did you do before joining the Flexiteek International Limited team? I have always had a passion for the marine industry and have worked with boats since I left school. Initially, I got into sailing at quite a […]

As some of the more eagle-eyed amongst of you may have noticed, Wilks was closed on the 9th of June. This was because all of us here at Wilks were attending our annual summer party. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, but we hope you can appreciate the importance of such an event. Joint CEOs […]

Consistent quality is an important part of the Flexiteek and Wilks production process. One that we try hard to maintain throughout the many stages of product production. A crucial factor that determines the quality we achieve is the teamwork amongst the different departments across the business. From sales to production, product development to stores and […]

Meet Chris Harvey, our Chief Operating Officer here at Wilks. Tell us about your background. What did you do before joining the Wilks team? After completing an electrical apprenticeship straight from school, I joined a local extrusion company extruding uPVC windows and doors. I worked my way from an Operator to a Tool Setter in […]

A warm Wilks welcome to Kirsty Cowley, Sales Administrator. Kirsty joins the Wilks sales office alongside George, Debbie, Charlotte and Holly, looking after both Wilks and Flexiteek customers. Tell us about your background. What did you do before joining the Wilks team?  I started my office career as a Claims Adjuster in the oil and […]

In 2005 Sunseeker celebrated their heritage with the restoration of a Sunseeker Sovereign Hostess 17. A craft which they first built in 1970. For the restoration, Wilks were approached to assist by supplying the required aluminium fendering. In order to provide a classic look to their elegant sports boat. However, it wasn’t until 2008 that […]

Variety is the spice of life for our long-serving Senior Sales Administrator, Debbie Hutton. Read on to find out more. Tell us about your background. What did you do before joining the Wilks team? Working for Wilks has been my one and only job. I started working here in October 1982 after leaving school in […]

Our Deputy Chief Operating Officer (Deputy COO), Steve Waldie provides an insight into his role here at Wilks. Tell us about your background. What did you do before joining the Wilks team? My background is in toolmaking; I completed a toolmaking apprenticeship when I left school before completing my HNC in Mechanical Engineering. This led […]

Step inside the Wilks factory and make your way onto the production floor with Mark Chaplin, Machine Setter. Tell us about your background. What did you do before joining the Wilks team? I joined Wilks after completing my A-levels. I started as a Coiler before progressing to my current role of Machine Setter. How long […]