Lightweight Elements for Marine Applications

Metawell® aluminium lightweight construction components for broad application in shipbuilding: with low intrinsic weight and high bending strength with small material thickness, Metawell® aluminium panels are the ideal semi-finished product for interior outfitting and special constructions.

On cruise ships, ferries, luxury and mega yachts, Metawell® aluminium lightweight construction components have many uses. Particular advantages are:

  • Low intrinsic weight with high rigidity
  • Easy on-site processing
  • Possibility of supplying semi-finished panels or components

Metawell® aluminium sandwich elements have been specifically approved for shipbuilding. The standard panel types satisfy the requirements according to IMO / SOLAS (A653.16) and MSC.61 (67), appendix 1 (parts 2 and 5) as well as appendix 2 with the following certifications:

  • Certificate of Fire Approval according to IMO FTPC, appendix 1, parts 2 and 5
  • Certification according to MED (MARINE EQUIPMENT DIRECTIVE – MED 96/98/EC)
AIDAbella, Meyer Shipyard

Additional information about Metawell® in naval architecture:

The following information is available for download in PDF format:

Shipbuilding Brochure ↓
Shipbuilding Applications ↓

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TIP: Curved sandwich elements without inherent tensions, as are needed for ceiling domes,  can often be realised easily with Metawell®-Aluflex.

New: Special panels can be provided having a total panel thickness of up to 22 mm. This way metal fittings requested for mounting parts can be integrated in the panels.

Data sheets, brochures and pamphlets for your information