The limited edition De Antonio D37 Alinghi Red Bull Racing boat was recently launched on the water, consequently capturing attention worldwide. Unveiled at boot 2024, the boat was developed as a tribute to the sailing racing team to the Alinghi sailing team, who recently clinched victory in the America’s Cup. With only 37 units being […]
De Antonio D37 Alinghi Redbull Racing Launches on WaterOnce again, the team behind the Wilks fendering products, enjoyed another summer celebration on May 31st. This much anticipated event is the equivalent to a Christmas celebration, with the same high spirits, while hopefully enjoying better weather. Unfortunately, the English weather did not allow the team this pleasure, but a good time was had regardless. […]
Summer Celebration with the Team Behind WilksOur traditional fendering range offers the best of both worlds: the timeless charm of a classic wooden appearance combined with the practical benefits of Wilks PVC fendering. Benefits of the Wilks Traditional Range In the realm of boat aesthetics, sometimes nothing beats the appearance of wood. However, the drawbacks of their high maintenance requirements can […]
Traditional Range: Classic Appearance and Modern ConvenienceThe prestigious sailing racing team, Alinghi, recently won the America’s Cup representing the Swiss club Société Nautique de Genéve. Since then, De Antonio Yachts unveiled at boot 2024 their latest addition to the fleet of the D37 Alinghi Redbull racing as a tribute to the team. This exquisite vessel, was showcased at the boot 2024 […]
De Antonio D37 at boot 2024Wilks is back at boot Düsseldorf 2024! Boot Düsseldorf is the largest international water sports show in the world, and takes place in Düsseldorf, Germany. This spectacular event gives you ample time to explore its vast offering of 16 exhibition halls and 1,500 exhibitors from a wide range of suppliers worldwide. Running for nine days […]
WILKS at Boot Düsseldorf 2024This year, the team at Wilks fendering and Flexiteek International Ltd 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 and appropriate footwear! what is christmas jumper day all about? This special […]
Christmas Jumper Day MagicIn this blog, we aim to provide you with answers to the most frequently asked questions about Wilks innovative fendering. Ensuring that you have all the information you need to make informed decisions about your boat. How do I know what size fender I need? The size and type of fendering required is often determined […]
Wilks Frequently Asked QuestionsThe range of Wilks fendering is extensive, but the process of selecting the right profile shouldn’t be. If you are looking for fendering to match your existing profile then the Wilks brochure includes real size and shape drawings to physically place and identify the profile you need. Once identified simply find your profile in the […]
How to Choose the Right Wilks Fendering for YouFendering is often only deemed as a functional and practical element of a boat, so colours and styles can be overlooked when choosing the right profile. Luckily, Wilks fendering is available in a variety of materials, styles, colours and sizes, in fact, over over a hundred different profiles, all carefully designed to ensure that when […]
Fendering Colours: Protect Your Boat, Express Your StyleAfter more than fifty years as Wilks (Rubber Plastics) Mfgs Co. Ltd. the company has changed its name to Flexiteek International Ltd. In 2019 Wilks joined the Flexiteek Group and has continued since then to be known by its original name. Wilks will continue as a market leading fendering brand and will continue to be […]
Company Name Change at WilksWilks is back at METSTRADE 2023 along with Flexiteek International. In addition to the latest Wilks fendering range, Click, the Flexiteek stand will also feature the market-leading synthetic teak decking, Flexiteek 2G. The Flexiteek International team have decades of expertise and will be ready to answer any questions that visitors may have regarding Flexiteek 2G […]
Wilks to attend METSTRADE 2023Meet Andy, a machine setter for the production of Flexiteek and Wilks products. Tell us about your background. What did you do before joining the team? Before joining the team, I worked for 17 years as an extrusion technician for a market leader in PVC-VE and UPVC building products. How long have you worked here? […]
Meet the Team: Andy Goodwin, Machine Setter