Protec Marine

What Protec Marine does

Protec Marine is a UK-based specialist manufacturer and supplier of temporary protection materials for the marine industry, operating as a division of Protec International Ltd, a private limited company registered in England (Company No. 3686287). Headquartered in Adlington, Cheshire, the company designs, manufactures, and distributes a portfolio of six core product lines covering deck, internal floor, bulkhead, equipment and fittings, handrail, and stairs and doors protection, supplemented by a custom product development service for bespoke requirements. Its product range includes flame retardant materials certified by LPCB, high-temperature textiles rated from 550°C to 1300°C for hot work protection, and heavy-duty deck systems capable of supporting loads up to 44.5 tonnes, with several products approved for use on US Navy vessels.

The company sells through a global network of strategic partners in 17 countries with direct international shipping to 22 countries, processing over 600 international shipments per year with a claimed zero-error rate. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time product sales of stock protection materials and professional services fees for custom-designed solutions, with pricing provided on a quote basis. Protec Marine serves four enterprise verticals: Naval Shipyards, Cruise & Ferry operators, Super Yacht builders, and Offshore Operators, addressing pain points such as fire risk during welding and grinding, accidental damage to expensive finishes during new-builds and refits, and protection of sensitive military and luxury equipment.

The business is privately held with no disclosed external funding, no M&A activity, and no public listing. It holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, LPCB flame retardant product certification with annual external audits, and has developed over 30 custom products over its 20-year operating history, including a 40m x 15m reinforced PVC cover transported 650 miles by sea for an aircraft carrier. The company has 51-100 employees and no disclosed AI, software, or digital platform capabilities.

Name

Protec Marine

Legal name

Protec International Ltd

Website

https://protecmarine.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Protec Marine is a UK-based specialist manufacturer of temporary protection materials for the marine industry, supplying certified flame retardant products for deck, floor, bulkhead, equipment, handrail, and door protection to naval shipyards, cruise and ferry operators, super yacht builders, and offshore operators across 22 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Temporary Protection Materials

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730), Plastics Products, Nec (3089)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTLAKAKAL

Marine Outfitting & Interior Refurbishment

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Marine Vessel Maintenance & Repair (Shipyards)

SECONDARYTLAKAKAM

Marine Systems Commissioning, Testing & Certification Support

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Marine Vessel Maintenance & Repair (Shipyards)

Keywords

• Marine temporary protection
• Ship protection materials
• Flame retardant coatings
• Naval shipyard supplies
• Marine refit products

Headquarters

HQ city

Adlington

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Temporary Protection Products Sales: Sale of specialized temporary protection materials to the marine industry including naval shipyards, cruise & ferry operators, super yacht builders, and offshore operators. Products are sold through strategic partners and distributors globally. The company offers both standard stock products and custom-designed protection solutions.
2. Custom Product Development Services: Bespoke protection product design and manufacturing services for unique or specialized marine protection requirements. Process includes auditing current methods, advising on improvements, and developing custom solutions when standard products cannot meet specific requirements.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Protec Marine manufactures and supplies temporary protection materials designed for the marine industry. The portfolio covers decks, internal floors, bulkheads, equipment and fittings, handrails, and stairs & doors, with custom product development for specialized requirements. Customers use these products to protect expensive finishes and fittings during new-build, outfitting, refurbishment, maintenance, or repair projects at naval shipyards, cruise and ferry operators, super yacht builders, and offshore facilities.

Product overview

Protec Marine is a division of Protec International, the world's largest specialist in temporary protection materials. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of six core protection product lines for the marine industry: Deck Protection, Internal Floor Protection, Bulkhead Protection, Equipment & Fittings Protection, Handrails Protection, and Stairs & Doors Protection. These products prevent damage during new-build, outfitting, refurbishment, maintenance, and repair projects. The portfolio is supported by a Custom Product Development service for bespoke solutions. Notable specialized offerings include the Heavy-Duty Deck Protection System capable of supporting 44.5 tonnes, flame retardant door protection systems with watertight fastening, and non-combustible high-temperature textiles for hot work protection (550°C to 1300°C). The company serves four key sectors: Naval Shipyards, Cruise & Ferry, Super Yachts, and Offshore Operators across 22 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Deck Protection Temporary protection systems for ship decks that prevent damage from water, chemicals, oil, impact, and scratches, with anti-slip finish and flame retardancy options including heavy-duty applications for helipads and flight decks.
• Internal Floor Protection Tough, reinforced waterproof materials resistant to punctures, rips, and tearing, supplied in rolls, sheets, or tiles of different dimensions to protect internal vessel floors from heavy foot traffic, stains, impact damage, and equipment scratches.
• Bulkhead Protection Flexible and hard-wearing protection for bulkheads and partitions that prevents scratches, dust, dirt contamination, and impact damage from vehicle traffic or equipment movement during shipbuilding and refit work.
• Equipment & Fittings Protection Protection systems for expensive installed marine equipment including VDUs, pumps, generators, furniture, and fixtures that prevent scratches, dust, and dirt contamination during new-build, outfitting, and refit operations.
• Handrails Protection Flexible pre-slit protectors for handrails and rails that prevent scratches, stains, and impact damage; made from flame retardant cushioned foam, reusable, and available in different lengths and widths.
• Stairs & Doors Protection Heavy-duty flame retardant door protection systems (sealed on three sides with watertight fastening systems) and lightweight staircase protectors (cut to size, foldable for stair nosing and riser angles) that prevent scuffs, scratches, and damage from foot traffic and equipment movement during shipbuilding or refit projects.
• Custom Product Development Bespoke temporary protection design and manufacturing service that audits current protection methods, advises on improvements, and develops custom solutions (including reinforced PVC covers, moulded foam covers, and specialised equipment covers in flame retardant materials) when standard products cannot meet specific vessel or site requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Zero errors in over 600 international shipments per year
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Global Strategic Partners NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProtec Marine works with strategic partners around the globe who distribute their temporary protection products. Partners in 17 countries offer Protec Marine products along with additional services including interior design, outfitting, painting and installation services. Partners can be found through the company's website locator.
• Logistics PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProtec Marine works with logistics partners to ship over 600 international shipments per year with zero errors. The company offers competitive freight prices, with some customers' shipping lines asking Protec Marine to handle land logistics for them.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• 3M: Global diversified industrial manufacturer with a broad portfolio of protective films, tapes, and surface treatment products used across industrial, construction, and marine applications. Comparable to Protec Marine as a broad incumbent whose protective solutions overlap with Protec Marine's offerings in shipyards and industrial fit-out.
• Bostik (Arkema): Global adhesives and specialty materials business of Arkema, supplying bonding and sealing solutions into industrial, construction, and marine markets. Comparable to Protec Marine because it provides engineered consumable materials used during shipbuilding fit-out and refurbishment.
• Henkel: Global specialty chemicals company with adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings used in industrial assembly and marine applications. Comparable to Protec Marine as a broad incumbent supplying surface treatment and bonding products into the same shipbuilding and OEM customer base.
• Sika AG: Swiss specialty chemicals company supplying sealants, adhesives, waterproofing, and marine systems to shipbuilders and infrastructure projects. Comparable to Protec Marine as a broad incumbent serving marine new-build and refit with engineered materials consumed during outfitting and refurbishment.
• Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine: Division of Sherwin-Williams supplying protective and marine coatings for ships, offshore structures, and industrial assets. Comparable to Protec Marine as a broad incumbent in marine surface treatment, though focused on permanent coatings rather than temporary protection.

Others

• Armacell: Global manufacturer of engineered foams and flexible insulation materials used in industrial, marine, and HVAC applications. Comparable to Protec Marine as a supplier of foam-based specialty materials (including protective cushioned products) into marine and industrial customers.
• Hempel: Global supplier of marine and protective coatings to shipbuilders, shipowners, and offshore operators. Comparable to Protec Marine as an adjacent supplier of surface-related consumables into the same naval, cruise, and offshore customer base during new-build and refit.
• Protec International Ltd: Parent organization and sister division of Protec Marine, the world's largest specialist in temporary protection materials across multiple industries. Comparable because it shares the same protection-materials DNA and customer relationships but addresses construction and non-marine verticals, making it a parent/sibling rather than a direct marine peer.

Direct peers

• Trimaco: US-based manufacturer of temporary surface protection products including drop cloths, films, tapes, and floor protection. Comparable to Protec Marine because both sell specialized protective materials used during construction and industrial fit-out to prevent damage to finished surfaces.
• Surface Shields: UK-based supplier of temporary surface protection products for construction and industrial applications, including protective films, floor protection, and door protection. Comparable to Protec Marine because it operates in the same temporary protection category with overlapping product formats and customer use cases.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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