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Specialty chemicals company Sika is continuing its growth and commitment to innovation within the marine industry with a robust portfolio of high-performance products and new account manager opening in the UK

As part of its strategic growth plan, Sika has announced a new opportunity for a key account manager – marine for the UK market. This crucial role will drive its expansion and enhance relationships with key stakeholders in the marine industry.

Sika is looking for a dynamic and experienced professional with extensive knowledge of the marine sector to join its team.

Steve Fairbrass, Sika’s national sales manager – marine, says: “This is an exciting time for Sika as we continue to expand our footprint in the marine industry. The new key account manager will play a crucial role in enhancing our customer relationships and driving our business growth in the UK market. We are looking for a dedicated professional who shares our passion for innovation and excellence.”

Sika’s range of marine solutions includes adhesives, sealants, and flooring systems are specially formulated to withstand harsh marine conditions. Sika’s product lineup is designed to enhance durability, safety, and comfort in both commercial and recreational marine applications.

Key Products in Sika’s marine range:

Sikaflex adhesives and sealants for the marine market are highly durable, designed to withstand harsh marine conditions like saltwater and UV exposure. They offer strong bonding and flexibility, making them ideal for sealing and waterproofing tasks on boats, such as on decks and hull joints. These products are suitable for different materials like metal, wood, and fiberglass.

Sikafloor marine flooring systems:

The Sikafloor marine range offers special ship refurbishment solutions for decorative flooring, levelling, acoustic noise reduction and damping which enable new installations to be ready for use, making them functional and walkable surfaces, in as little as two hours.

Durable, lightweight and fire rated, the range is approved according to IMO-regulation.

SikaForce structural adhesives for the marine market offer strong bonding and durability under harsh conditions, including moisture and saltwater. These versatile adhesives are suitable for bonding metals, composites, and plastics, ideal for both construction and repairs in marine settings.

Sikabiresen composite resins are durable, water-resistant resins ideal for marine composites like fibreglass. They provide strong adhesion and withstand environmental degradation.

Interested candidates for the account manager role can apply by visiting the careers page on the Sika website.

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