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Sunreef introduces natural fibre composites
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The Eco division of Sunreef Yachts offers natural fibre composites for interior and exterior furniture and fittings.
Natural fibre composites pair flax fibre with bio-based or recyclable resin
Sunreef Yachts Eco has introduced natural fibre composites (NFC) as it seeks to make all aspects of the yachting experience more energy efficient and responsible. The natural fibre composites can be used in furniture, fittings and fixtures, both indoor and outdoor.
On the flybridge, NFCs can be used in the jacuzzi, ceiling, bar, table and sofas
The shipyard’s R&D department developed natural fibre composites as part of the process of building sustainable yachts, with Eco yachts including energy-saving technology like the Sunreef’s patented solar skin, hydrogeneration, wind turbines, lightweight lithium batteries and energy-saving air-conditioning.
NFCs can also be used in the console and base of the helm seats
Natural fibre composites use flax fibre to obtain high-quality composite structures with excellent mechanical characteristics. The fibre is paired with bio-based or recyclable resin to create solid, reliable natural composites. The flax fabrics can be woven into countless patterns and can be dyed into an endless variety of colours.
NFCs have a negative CO2 footprint
Flax fabrics demonstrate a negative CO2 footprint, due to the absorption of CO2 during the plant growth. The natural fibre composites can be recycled by extracting both the resin and the fibre, to give both materials a new life.
