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Revolutionary Composite Solution Combines High Performance with Reduced Environmental Impact Sicomin, a leading formulator and supplier of high-performance epoxy resin systems, is proud to announce its role in the development of Melker of Sweden’s latest sea kayak series, the Melker Värmdö. Leveraging Sicomin’s advanced GreenPoxy® bio-based resin systems, the project sets a new benchmark for sustainable, high-performance watersports equipment. Download full Case Study here The collaboration between Sicomin and Melker has resulted in a next-generation composite laminate, combining renewable materials with industry-leading mechanical performance and aesthetics. Central to this innovation is Sicomin’s GreenPoxy InfuGreen 810 infusion resin and Green Coat transparent...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – APRIL 15th 2025, VÄRMLAND/SQUAMISH/PORT GAMBLE Melker of Sweden Expands to Bring Premium Paddlesports to the North American West Coast Melker of Sweden, a pioneer in the outdoor hardware industry, today announced its expansion to the North American West Coast, bringing its award-winning, high performance, and sustainable kayaks to new strategic dealer partners. Melker's mission is to revolutionize the outdoor industry by offering high-performance, lightweight, sleek and stylish kayaks that are designed and produced with a focus on sustainability and environmental consciousness. The company's innovative approach has garnered significant attention, most recently with the Melker Värmdö winning...

Puffins everywhere you look, a grin that will last for days and a memory that will never be forgotten. A moment so indescribable, impossible to put into words or capture in pictures. A feeling which will be untouched and unreached for a long period of time. A feeling of being one with Mother Earth, nature, and the animals around you. And it all began with the idea of bringing kayaks to a place as remote as few places are these days. This place consists of a group of small islands, known as the Sleepy Islands or Svefneyjar, located in the...

Imagine gliding through pristine waters in a kayak that’s not only lightweight & high performance but also kind to the environment. That’s the Melker difference. Designed in Sweden and responsible serial-produced in Sri Lanka, Melker kayaks are at the absolute forefront of sustainable kayak manufacturing, combining cutting-edge technology with eco-friendly materials. You’ll experience the thrill of nature exploration while knowing your vessel is as green as the forests you’re paddling past.The Power of Plant-Based MaterialsMelker’s innovative approach uses partly plant-based resin and gel coat, flax fibers, and a solid cork core in their construction. This unique recipe creates kayaks that...