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Flexiteek International appoints NAVALE as exclusive Australian distribution partner

by NAVALE 1 Dec 2025 23:25 PST
Flexiteek International appoints NAVALE as exclusive Australian distribution partner © NAVALE

UK based Flexiteek International has today signalled a new direction for the product in the Australian marketplace appointing NAVALE as their commercial partners for the region. The new fabrication hub in Ballina NSW will provide services and distribution, ensuring that the support and professionalism Flexiteek customers are familiar with around the world is delivered in Australia.

Flexiteek 3 hits the market

The roll out of this new distribution and fabrication partnership comes at the same time as Flexiteek is moving to the next generation of composite decking.

Now in its 3rd iteration, and backed by over 25 years of proven performance, Flexiteek decks are known to stand the test of time, with many original installations still looking stunning today. Every new deck comes with a 5-year guarantee against material defects, giving you total peace of mind. Flexiteek 3 is beautifully crafted to look and feel just like real teak - but without the maintenance. Each deck is hand-built for your boat by our expert team in Northern NSW, ensuring a perfect fit and finish every time. A light deck with eco credentials and a nod to the Australian conditions Flexiteek 3 synthetic teak decking is made from bio-attributed PVC, a renewable material. It produces up to 80% fewer greenhouse gases than other decking options. This enhanced product is up to 35% lighter than comparable products - ideal for performance yachts, multihulls, and powerboats whilst delivering he ability to cool up to 30% faster than other composite decking, Flexiteek 3 remains safe, comfortable, and durable even in extreme conditions.

A collaboration between industry experts

The team behind NAVALE have been working in the marine industry in Australia for over 40 years in both the retail and service sectors. Commenting on the move, NAVALE General Manager Garry Boomer said "we see the market in responsible and high-performance composite decking as a huge growth sector and will be providing solutions for our clients to experience all the advantages it brings. Our distribution and fabrication services will provide solutions to OEM manufacturers, shipwrights and yards as well as working on the retail side to support vessel refurbishment and restoration. Having seen first-hand the way that Flexiteek leads the market in Europe and the US, we are very pleased to have the opportunity to move things forward in this part of the world where the maritime industry means so much to so many."

Over 25 Years of Innovation

Flexiteek was founded in 2000 by Anders Wilhelmsen to transform the decking market. He drew on his maritime and shipping background to achieve this. The Flexiteek Group is now headquartered in Essex, England, with core hubs spanning another three countries. Alongside a worldwide distributor and agent network, this ensures assistance, installation, and all of Flexiteek's products are available globally.

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