How many people can say they’ve been in the same job for nearly 5 decades? Not many, but Derek Shakespeare certainly can. After an incredible 47-year career, Derek is hanging up his boots and heading into retirement. The Early Days Derek kicked off his career on 19th September 1977, joining the team under the Government […]
Celebrating Derek: 47 Remarkable Years of Dedication and Service!Bump! fendering is a popular Wilks rub rail developed to provide a seamless solution for your boat, combining durability and style. In this blog, you’ll learn: What Makes Up the Bump! Fendering System? The entire Bump! Fendering System consists of three parts: The Bump! range includes a 65-millimetre or 53-millimetre body. With a single track […]
What is Bump? Bump Fendering explainedIt’s Christmas Jumper Day is here yet again! The Flexiteek International Ltd, the team responsible for manufacturing Flexiteek decking and Wilks fendering participated in the annual Christmas Jumper Day for Save the Children. The team here got creative to show their enthusiasm for raising money for this amazing cause with some brilliant Christmas jumpers! what […]
Christmas Jumper Day in 2024The marine environment isn’t exactly known for being clean. Mud, salt, sand and sea water can all take a toll on your boats appearance. Luckily, Wilks fendering is easy to clean and maintain. Maintenance For everyday dirt and grime, a simple wash using a mild pH neutral soap with water will be sufficient. For the […]
How to Clean your Wilks FenderingClick is the latest Wilks fendering system developed to be easier to install and to hide unsightly fixings. In this blog, you’ll learn: What Makes Up the Click Fendering System? The entire Click Fendering System consists of three parts: The Standard Click Track fits Click 38, 50, and 80 body profiles. For Click 150, you […]
What is Click? Click fendering system explainedAlthough Fendering and Rub Rails can sometimes be one of the most important accessories to your boat, it is possible for them to be overlooked. You may be thinking to yourself, I don’t know what fendering or rub rails are, they surely can’t be that important. That is why we have compiled a blog to […]
What are Fendering and Rub Rails and Why Are They Important?Flexiteek has teams in Sweden, Poland, and the UK, along with an extensive global network of distributors who we work closely with. It’s therefore important that we have a clear Mission and Values Statement to guide progress. Recently, the Mission, Vision and Values statement has been refreshed to better align with Flexiteek and the team […]
The Origin of Our ValuesMeet Riley, an Apprentice Tool Maker for Flexiteek, learning and helping to develop both Flexiteek decking and Wilks fendering. What drew you to this apprenticeship program? I first met Flexiteek at the apprenticeship evening at my Sixth Form College. I felt that they represented the company as a friendly, welcoming, family-based workplace, which was exactly […]
Meet the Team: Riley Chamberlain, Apprentice Tool MakerPress Release – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Flexiteek International is pleased to announce our attendance at METSTRADE 2024. As a leading synthetic decking company, Flexiteek International will be showcasing its products at the renowned METSTRADE show. With decades of expertise, the team will be available to answer any questions about Flexiteek decking and Wilks Fendering. METSTRADE, […]
Flexiteek International to Attend METSTRADEThe Flexiteek International Ltd. team in the UK continued its annual tradition by participating in this year’s bake sale for the Macmillan Coffee Morning. This year, the event featured a competitive twist, as cakes were judged to determine the best one. Additionally, a raffle offered participants a chance to win the winning cake. Macmillan Cancer […]
Wilks join Macmillan’s Coffee MorningFlexiteek International Ltd has proudly received ISO: 14001 certification for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights our commitment to continually advancing our environmental management system, as the ISO: 14001 standard requires annual re-accreditation to ensure ongoing improvement. Across our Tollesbury production facility, the teams have been working hard to implement our policies and processes. […]
ISO 14001: Second Year CERTIFIEDChris Berry, the Deputy CEO of Flexiteek International has recently announced his retirement. This news follows over four decades of dedication and an exceptional contribution to the marine industry. The announcement comes five years after Flexiteek acquired Wilks (Rubber Plastics) MFGS Co. Ltd based in Tollesbury, where Chris had been joint Managing Director with his […]
Chris Berry Retires: A Lasting Impact on the Marine Industry