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AkzoNobel and Hinckley celebrate 50-year partnership. Article by: AkzoNobel and The Hinckley Company are celebrating 50 years of partnership, with Awlgrip(R) remaining the preferred premium topcoat across Hinckley's service yards and new boat construction. The collaboration has helped establish consistent, high-quality finishes through a standardised paint programme, while a new behind-the-scenes video series showcases the craftsmanship and technical expertise that have defined the relationship for five decades. Summary. * AkzoNobel and The Hinckley Company have marked 50 years of collaboration on yacht paint finishing. * Awlgrip(R) products, including Awlgrip HDT (High-Definition Technology), are used across Hinckley's service yards and new construction. * Hinckley's new video series, Chasing the Spray, highlights the partnership and the expertise behind every finish. AkzoNobel and The Hinckley Company have celebrated 50 years of collaboration, marking a long-standing partnership built on technical innovation, craftsmanship, and a shared commitment to delivering premium yacht finishes. Founded in Maine in 1928, The Hinckley Company has earned a reputation for timeless design, exceptional craftsmanship, and a luxury ownership experience. For the past five decades, its service yards and new boat construction programmes have relied on Awlgrip(R) products to deliver consistently high-quality topcoat finishes across multiple locations and applicators. Whether preparing a newly built motor yacht for launch or refinishing a returning sport yacht during its annual service, Hinckley's skilled applicators use Awlgrip(R) products, including Awlgrip HDT (High-Definition Technology), to achieve the premium finish expected by owners and synonymous with both brands. As part of the partnership, AkzoNobel and Hinckley have developed a standardised paint programme designed to align the application processes, enhance technical capability, and ensure every Hinckley finish meets the same high standards regardless of where the work is carried out. Originally introduced across Hinckley's network of service yards along the US East Coast, the programme has since been expanded into new boat construction. The collaboration is also being highlighted through Hinckley's new behind-the-scenes video series. Episode two, Chasing the Spray, takes viewers inside the company's service yards to showcase the craftsmanship behind each project while exploring why the Hinckley team continues to rely on Awlgrip products. The standardised approach now supports Hinckley's expanding service network, providing owners with confidence that their yachts will receive the same premium finish whether serviced in the United States or abroad. Scott Bryant, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at The Hinckley Company, said: "They [Awlgrip] are not just a supplier to us; they're a partner who understands our standards and helps us meet them, every single time. From the technical expertise they bring to our yards to the innovation they've delivered through products like HDT, Awlgrip gives our applicators the very best tools to do what they do. Their commitment to delivering consistently high standards matters enormously to us, and to our customers." Ned Jones, Awlgrip Sales Representative at AkzoNobel, commented: "When you see a Hinckley on the water with an Awlgrip finish, you can see and feel the difference. It's been a privilege to work alongside their teams for so many years, and to play a role in building a paint program that's genuinely raised the standard across their business." Find more yachting news in Superyacht News. For more industry updates and yachting tips, connect with Yachting Pages on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Images courtesy of AkzoNobel. Elliott Fudge Elliott is an experienced marine writer at Yachting Pages

Hinckley acquires Port of Egypt Marine in Southold, New York. Wed, Apr 22, 2026 | 01:30 Hinckley, an American yacht builder and premium marine service provider, has announced the acquisition of Port of Egypt Marine, an 80-year-old family-run marina in Southold, New York. Located in Long Island's North Fork, Port of Egypt Marine serves the wider East End boating community spanning the Hamptons and Shelter Island. The acquisition strengthens Hinckley 's presence in one of the United States' busiest yachting regions, expanding their network of service yards and marinas along the East Coast. The move is part of Hinckley's expanded growth strategy, with its integrated service network currently covering areas from Maine to Florida. Adding the Southold facility boosts the company's ability to offer maintenance, upgrades, refit and technical support in key boating communities across Connecticut and the broader Northeast. "We are honoured to be part of Port of Egypt's next chapter," said Gavin McClintock, CEO of Hinckley. "As we continue to grow our service capabilities, our focus is on marinas where legacy, craftsmanship and care already run deep. The foundation built by the Lieblein family will remain at the heart of what comes next, and we are proud to carry that legacy forward." Photo: Hinckley Will and Yvonne Lieblein will remain as co-general managers, to maintain operations and uphold the marina's longstanding ties with the local community. As part of the acquisition, Hinckley plans significant infrastructure upgrades for the marina, including the conversion of a 2,230-square-metre cold storage facility into heated storage that can be used year-round to aid yacht maintenance. Further improvements will focus on integrating advanced technologies, elevating service capabilities, and expanding technical expertise to support more seamless ownership and maintenance for clients. Moreover, Hinckley plans a gradual rollout of select concierge and mobile service offerings from the facility. "Long Island's East End has long been one of the country's most important boating regions, and continues to grow," said Peter Clark, Chief Development Officer at Hinckley. "Port of Egypt is one of the North Fork's most respected marinas, built over generations with a deep commitment to care and community. Our role is to build on that foundation and add new capabilities, expertise and technology to elevate the experience further." Wed, Apr 22, 2026 | 02:15 Wed, Apr 22, 2026 | 02:00 Wed, Apr 22, 2026 | 01:30 Wed, Apr 22, 2026 | 01:00 Wed, Apr 22, 2026 | 00:30 Wed, Apr 22, 2026 | 00:15 Tue, Apr 21, 2026 | 23:00 Tue, Apr 21, 2026 | 05:30 Tue, Apr 21, 2026 | 05:15 Featured Listings