Fiberglass Hawaii

What Fiberglass Hawaii does

Fiberglass Hawaii, Inc. is a privately held, Hawaii-based specialty retailer and wholesale distributor of composite fabrication supplies, founded in 1966 and operating continuously for 55+ years. The company supplies raw materials, tools, and accessories used to build and repair surfboards, marine vessels, and custom composite items, serving hobbyist and professional surfboard shapers and glassers as its primary customer segment, with secondary markets in marine construction/repair and DIY hobby/fishing applications.

The core product portfolio spans surfboard blanks (polyurethane and expanded polystyrene foam, distributed via US Blanks), fiberglass fabrics in multiple weights and material variants (E Glass, S Glass, carbon fiber, Kevlar) sourced from Hexcel, JPS, and Aerialite, and a complete resin range from pints to 55-gallon containers (polyester, epoxy, vinyl ester, plus proprietary FGH-brand formulations). The company also distributes the FCS and Futures fin systems plus True Ames glass-on fins, colorants and pigments, foam core materials (Divinycell), tools, abrasives, and safety equipment, with bundled starter kits (Essential Shaper Kit and Essential Glassing Kit) targeting new entrants. Technical support is delivered through an extensive DIY documentation library (mixing ratio charts, how-to guides, reference charts) and a video library.

The business operates a hybrid go-to-market model combining four physical retail locations (Honolulu, Wahiawa, and Maui in Hawaii; Ventura, California as the mainland warehouse and shipping hub), a 24/7 e-commerce storefront at shop.fiberglasshawaii.com serving US Mainland and international customers, and a wholesale/dealer program for trade buyers. Revenue is generated through one-time unit-priced retail product sales with no subscription component; pricing varies between Hawaii and US Mainland due to shipping and tax complexity, and surfboard blanks ship at a flat $200 rate within the continental US. Worldwide shipping is supported via USPS for international small packages and LTL/full-container options for larger orders. Distribution partnerships with dominant industry brands (US Blanks, FCS, Futures, Hexcel, 3M) and the company's own FGH private label constitute the primary competitive moats in an otherwise fragmented niche market.

Name

Fiberglass Hawaii

Legal name

Fiberglass Hawaii, Inc.

Website

https://shop.fiberglasshawaii.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Fiberglass Hawaii is a Hawaii-based, privately held specialty retailer and wholesale distributor, founded in 1966, supplying composite materials, surfboard blanks, resins, fiberglass fabrics, fin systems, tools, and colorants to surfboard builders, marine constructors, and hobbyists through four retail stores, e-commerce, and a wholesale dealer program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Surfboard Building Materials

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMADAGAA

Fiberglass Insulation

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Building Materials & Products/Insulation & Weatherization Materials

Keywords

• Surfboard building supplies
• Composite materials retail
• Fiberglass fabrics
• Marine fabrication supplies
• Resin and foam distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Honolulu

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Retail Product Sales: Direct-to-consumer sales of composite materials, surfboard building supplies, tools, chemicals, and accessories through e-commerce and retail stores. Products include surfboard blanks (PU and EPS foam), fiberglass cloths (carbon, kevlar, E-glass, S-glass), resins (polyester, epoxy, vinyl ester), colorants, fin systems (FCS, Futures), tools, safety equipment, and fin supplies. One-time product purchases with no subscription component.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Fiberglass Hawaii supplies composite fabrication and surfboard building materials through e-commerce, four retail stores, and wholesale/dealer programs. The company sells foam blanks, fiberglass cloths, resins, fin systems, colorants, foam cores, and shaping/glassing tools under its own FGH brand and as a distributor for US Blanks, FCS, Futures, Hexcel, JPS, and Aerialite. Founded in 1966, it serves individual surfboard builders, marine fabricators, and trade dealers primarily in Hawaii, California, and worldwide via online shipping.

Product overview

Fiberglass Hawaii is a wholesale supplier of composite and surfboard building materials operating since 1966, offering a comprehensive product portfolio centered around surfboard manufacturing supplies. The core offerings include surfboard blanks (PU and EPS foam from US Blanks), fiberglass fabrics in various weights and types (E Glass, S Glass, Carbon, Kevlar from Hexcel, JPS, Aerialite), and complete resin systems (polyester, epoxy, vinyl ester). The company distributes major fin system brands including FCS, Futures (with Interwoven Laminate Technology), and True Ames glass-on fins. Additional product lines encompass colorants/pigments including glow and pearl powders, foam core materials (Divinycell), and comprehensive tool categories for shaping and glassing. They offer bundled solutions through starter kits (Essential Shaper Kit and Essential Glassing Kit) that combine complementary tools for beginners. Technical support, DIY documentation, and SDS resources are provided alongside the product catalog.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FGH: Company's own brand label used on private label products including epoxy resins, mixing cups, shaper squares, and other composite supplies.

Products and services

• Surfboard Blanks

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Futures FinscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFiberglass Hawaii is a proud distributor for Futures Fins products, offering the lightest and strongest fin system in the world. Futures features Interwoven Laminate Technology (ILT) with cut outs in the flange creating stronger bond to the board skin. Products include fin boxes, fins (premium and production), tools, jig plates, and accessories.
• FCS (Fin Control System)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFiberglass Hawaii distributes the complete FCS product line including Fusion plugs (0, 5, 9 degree options), FCS II plugs and fins, router templates, fins (Performer, Reactor, Carver, Accelerator series), and installation tools. Products available in various cant angles and configurations.
• True AmesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSince 1979, True Ames has been making fiberglass surfboard fins in Santa Barbara, California. Distributes volan singles, twins, quads fitting FCS and Futures bases, plus glass-on wood fins. Offers 26 Collections of fin shapes from legends like Yater, Velzy, Liddle, Dewey Webber, Wayne Rich.
• US BlankscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFiberglass Hawaii is a distributor for US Blanks surfboard blanks including polyurethane (PU) and expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam blanks. US Blanks are stocked in various sizes from 5'9" to 11'8" with multiple configurations (red 4mm plywood, bass, etc.) and rockers.
• HexcelminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of Hexcel brand fiberglass cloths including E Glass and S Glass varieties in weights from 4oz to 10oz. Available in various widths and roll lengths. Hexcel products complement JPS and Aerialite fabric offerings.
• JPS (John's Polymer Systems)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of JPS brand fiberglass cloths. Full roll quantities available (125-165 yards depending on weight). Products include E Glass and S Glass in various weights and widths.
• Aerialite (BGF)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of Aerialite brand fiberglass cloths, available in full roll quantities of 125 yards. Offers E Glass construction in various weights.
• 3MminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFiberglass Hawaii distributes 3M products including respirators (7503 Half Face Piece), particulate filters (2096 P100), masking tapes (233 Plus, 2214), sanding screens, and scuff pads.
• DivinycellminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of Divinycell foam core materials for sandwich construction. Products offer high strength-to-weight ratios, excellent insulation, low water absorption, and good chemical resistance. Available in H series grades (H80) in various thicknesses.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Fibre Glast Developments: Retailer and distributor of fiberglass cloth, epoxy and polyester resins, and composite construction supplies serving hobbyists, marine, and industrial customers. Closely comparable product catalog and customer mix to Fiberglass Hawaii's broader composite offerings.
• Surf Source: Specialty retailer of surfboard blanks, shaping supplies, and glassing materials serving shapers and custom board builders. Directly comparable core product focus on US Blanks and similar composite materials for surfboard construction.
• US Composites: Online retailer specializing in epoxy, polyester, and vinyl ester resins plus fiberglass, carbon, and Kevlar fabrics for marine, automotive, and hobby applications. Directly comparable catalog and customer segments including hobby and DIY builders.
• Greenlight Surf Supply: Specialty online retailer of surfboard building materials, blanks, resins, and tools serving shapers and DIY builders across the US. Directly comparable as a surfboard-supplies-focused e-commerce competitor with overlapping customer base.

Emerging players

• Dingbusters: Surfboard ding repair product retailer and education brand selling UV cure repair kits, resins, and supplies to surfers. Comparable in targeting the surf repair market with resin-based consumables and overlapping customer base of board owners and small repairers.
• Boat Builder Central: Online retailer of boat building materials including marine plywood, fiberglass, epoxy systems, and hardware for DIY boat builders. Comparable as a marine-focused composite materials supplier with similar education-driven content model.

Broad incumbents

• Composites One: North America's largest distributor of composite materials including resins, fiberglass, carbon fiber, and core materials serving aerospace, marine, and industrial markets. Comparable as a multi-channel composite materials distributor with significantly broader scale and customer base.
• West Marine: Large multi-channel retailer of boating supplies including marine-grade composites, resins, fiberglass, and repair materials. Comparable in marine composite category but operates at far greater scale and broader assortment including non-composite marine products.

Regional players

• Industrial Fiberglass Specialties: Specialty distributor of fiberglass, resins, and composite materials for marine and industrial repair applications. Comparable product line in fiberglass and resins with regional US distribution rather than nationwide e-commerce scale.
• East Coast Fiberglass Supplies: US East Coast-based distributor of fiberglass cloth, mat, roving, resins, and composite materials serving boat builders and repair shops. Comparable product offerings with opposite geographic focus from Fiberglass Hawaii's Pacific-centric footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/fiberglasshawaiiTV
• Facebookfacebook.com/fiberglasshawaii
• Instagraminstagram.com/fiberglasshawaii
• Pinterestpinterest.com/fiberglasshi
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fiberglass-hawaii-inc

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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