Materials Innovation

HDPE: High Density Polyethylene
for indestructible hulls.

Rigid revolutionises navigation with the HDPE (High Density Polyethylene). This technical polymer, derived from offshore engineering, outperforms fibreglass in terms of extreme strength and maintenance-free durability.

The benefits of HDPE for your boat

Impact resistance of HDPE

Thanks to the high-density polyethylene, Our shells have shape memory. The material absorbs impact without ever cracking or breaking.

Minimum maintenance

HDPE is solution-dyed and UV-resistant. Forget about antifouling and polishing: the material is naturally self-lubricating and clean.

Eco-design 100% recyclable

Choosing an HDPE boat means reducing your carbon footprint. Unlike composite, polyethylene is fully recyclable at the end of its life.

Insulation and silence

The honeycomb structure of the material absorbs hull noise and engine vibrations, offering unrivalled sailing comfort at sea.

1. HDPE External

High Resistance Shield

2. Cellular HDPE foam

Buoyancy & unsinkability

3. Structural HDPE

Finish and internal rigidity

RIGID™ ENGINEERING

Tri-Layer HDPE technology:
One-piece fusion.

Our unique manufacturing process fuses three layers of high-density polyethylene to create a monolithic structure with no weak points or joints.

  • Integrated UV protection

    HDPE is chemically stabilised to withstand prolonged exposure without discolouration.

  • Unsinkable safety

    Thanks to closed-cell HDPE foam, the boat retains its buoyancy even in the event of major damage.

HDPE vs Fibreglass: The comparison

Performance criteria RIGID (HDPE) Glass fibre (GRP) Aluminium
Impact resistance Maximum (Indestructible) Fragile (Cracks) Medium (Bumps)
Maintenance Near zero High (Osmose/Gelcoat) High (Corrosion)
Ecological impact Recyclable at 100% Not recyclable Recyclable (Energy consuming)

Ready to sail in HDPE?

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