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Willbrandt KG

Our client’s elastomer solutions are deployed globally in shipbuilding, focusing on vibration and shock reduction. Their product range includes vibration and shock technology, expansion joints, and noise protection systems.

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Elastomer solutions for maritime excellence

Description

Founded in Hamburg in 1892, WILLBRANDT Gummitechnik specialises in elastomer products and solutions. With 170 employees, they support shipbuilding projects worldwide, focusing on vibration and shock reduction. Known for innovation and reliability, their product range includes vibration and shock technology, expansion joints, and noise protection systems.

WILLBRANDT has served the vibration and shock technology market for decades, offering customised technical solutions in accordance with shipbuilding guidelines. Their shock absorbers, such as rubber-metal dampers or wire rope dampers, are used globally in navy applications. WILLBRANDT’s accredited expansion joints also reduce vibrations in civil and navy ships. By ensuring optimal performance and durability, WILLBRANDT helps clients achieve superior operational efficiency and safety, leveraging advanced technology and a profound market under-standing to lead in high-quality, effective, and innovative elastomer solutions.

Type of company
  • Elastomer product manufacturer
  • Vibration and shock technology provider
  • Noise protection systems specialist
  • Leading in expansion joint solutions
Target Industries

Focus industry for the UK market:

  • Maritime industry, especially defence and shipbuilding
  • Products/parts can be deployed in:
    • Corvettes
    • Frigates
    • Submarines
    • Minehunters
    • Etc.
Competitive Advantages
  • Swift technical conception and adaptation to suit clients’ requirements
  • Advanced technical consultations
  • Small and agile company
  • Refined industry knowledge
  • Practical experience in shipbuilding since 1892
  • Rubber expansion joints with numerous accreditations: DNV, LR, BV, RINA, CCS, KR, ABS, MER, MED, etc.
Current Export Markets

Export markets currently make up 30% of the company’s revenue and include:

  • Spain
  • France
  • Scandinavia
  • South Korea
  • China
  • Etc.
Ideal UK Partner

Due to their technical nature, the ideal partner will be able obtain a detailed understanding of WILLBRANDT’s products, to help explain their areas of application. They should possess a well-established network in the maritime industry, particularly in defence and shipbuilding, while also demonstrating strong business acumen to pursue new opportunities.

Website

https://www.willbrandt.com/willbrandt/en/

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