109 Gudbrandsdalens Uldvarefabrik (GU) was established in 1887 in Lillehammer, Norway. The textile mill provides upholstery fabrics for use onboard ships, combining the latest technology with the firm’s expertise to meet all design and technical specifications for the marine environment. Fabrics from GU meet required fire and safety standards, including the International Maritime Organization’s A652 (16) and the Steering Wheel (approved according to Marine Equipment Directive by Det Norske Veritas). These fabrics are used on furniture in public and crew areas on cruise ships and are known for their quality and durability. The firm’s designs are available in standard collections which are held in stock, as well as custom-made colours and designs. With a focus on quality, design and the environment, GU builds on over 130 years of experience. Manifattura Testori is an Italian family-owned company, established in 1904 and now managed by the fifth generation of family members, which produces fabrics for cruise interiors. By combining premium quality yarns and high-technological know-how, Testori is able to supply fabrics, velvets, synthetic leathers and wall carpets that have International Maritime Organization certifications, are wear resistant, anti-viral and easy-cleanable. The firm’s collections, ranging from the most contemporary designs to the more than 9000 articles of its 120 years archive, offer textile solutions for upholstery, draperies, bedding components and wall coverings. Testori has recently obtained the Global Recycled Standard certification, and is partnering with leading members of the transportation sector to develop pilot projects for recycling fabrics at the end of their life. With over 50 years of experience in designing and manufacturing coated fabrics, Morbern Europe is a partner of choice for all decorative projects onboard passenger ships. The company’s innovative products combine style and performance to offer durable, indoor and outdoor upholstery options meeting all International Maritime Organization Marine Equipment Directive Wheelmark requirements. Morbern’s commitment to greener living and eco-friendly solutions makes it a leader in the supply of sustainable vegan leather, a position reinforced by the company switching the backing fabrics of most best-selling ranges to 100 per cent recycled polyester made from used PET plastic. Its advanced digital print capabilities complement a wide range of stock collections, all of which have been developed with its customers in mind. The company is supported by dedicated teams around the world, enabling it to offer a service with a difference. Panaz is a contract fabric expert, with more than 30 years’ experience of supplying fabrics to the cruise and marine sectors. Its cruise line ranges conform to International Maritime Organization fire testing for curtains, bedding, and upholstery, and many also comply with the Marine Equipment Directive’s Wheelmark, which certifies both product and supplier performance. Panaz knows what it takes for textiles to last in the most inhospitable of environments and the firm has consistently produced great designs with performance to match. All Panaz fabrics are tested extensively for resilience against abrasion, flame retardancy, and stain and water resistance. The firm also has a market-leading solution for infection control, its unique Shieldplus technology, which kills bacteria and virus instantly. Panaz takes pride in placing the safety of lives at sea and quality control at the heart of everything it does. Based in the UK, Panaz has a global infrastructure to support multi-site projects across all international markets. Panaz Bentley Wood Way, Hapton, Lancashire, BB11 5ST, UK Dafydd Watkins, Head of Global Cruise Sales Tel +44 7890 982847 dafydd.watkins@panaz.co.uk www.panaz.com Morbern Europe Kouterstraat 11, 8560, Wevelgem, Belgium Carine Equeter, Vice President Europe Tel: +44 7840 599564 cequeter@morbern.com www.morberneurope.com Manifattura Testori Dante 7, 20026, Novate Milanese, Italy Tel: +39 02 3910 1384 www.testori-manifattura.it/en Gudbrandsdalens Uldvarefabrik Morterudveien 3/5, Lillehammer, NO-2609, Norway Anita Tønnessen, Head of Export Sales Tel: +47 61 22 15 00 anita.tonnessen@gu.no www.gu.no
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