With over 30 years of plastic fabrication experience, Formation Plastics – through its specialist marine division, FP Technologies – is proud to be part of the Waymaker project. Using HDPE Polystone G Marine-Tec grade, the team is developing durable, low-maintenance canal boats that offer a modern and sustainable alternative to traditional materials.
Their role in the project is to bring innovation, reliability, and long-term value to the waterways, helping create boats that are built to last and accessible for more people to enjoy.
HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) is a trusted material in some of the world’s most extreme marine environments:
❄️ Arctic workboats
⛑️ Emergency response vessels
🚢 High-speed ferries
🐟 Aquaculture support ships
FP Technoloiges have invested years researching, prototyping, testing, and overcoming major engineering challenges to make HDPE narrowboats a reality.
🛡️ Built to Withstand Everything
✅ 100% corrosion-resistant
✅ UV and impact resistant
✅ No rust, no rot, no maintenance
✅ Completely recyclable
✅ Immune to freezing, heat, algae, and chemical decay
