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4 Times Colder: The High-Tech Material That Made Traditional Glass Obsolete
The Shard Solution: Eliminating Risk on Deck
On a yacht, the risk of a dropped drink is a constant threat to guest safety and deck materials. SUPERGLAS, produced by the German design house Koziol (in business since 1927), offers a definitive end to this risk. This specialized stemware, which was presented at International Charter Expo 2025, is crafted from a high-tech plastic that is virtually unbreakable. Designed specifically for professional use in demanding environments like luxury resorts and cruise ships, SUPERGLAS eliminates the hazard of broken glass shards, making it the essential choice for active deck, pool, and spa areas.
4X Insulation: Performance in the Sun
The superior performance of SUPERGLAS extends beyond durability. The material is engineered with a desirably low thermal conductivity, enabling it to insulate drinks four times better than traditional glass. This is a crucial advantage in the yachting environment, ensuring that ice cubes don’t melt as quickly and drinks—particularly chilled white wine and champagne—stay refreshingly cold for significantly longer. This functionality adds tangible value to the guest experience, proving the material is both robust and practical.
The 2,000-Wash Guarantee: Durability Defined
For food and beverage managers and yacht crew, efficiency and longevity are paramount. SUPERGLAS is perfectly suited for industrial dishwashers. Tests have confirmed that the glasses still look like new even after 2,000 wash cycles, with no signs of abrasion or cloudiness. This extreme durability translates directly into noticeable cost savings and greater efficiency in daily handling and cleanup. Furthermore, the glasses are designed to be scratch-resistant, as only the raised faceted edges typically make contact with surfaces, preserving the crystal-like brilliance of the surface.
Design and Customization: German Precision
The aesthetic appeal of SUPERGLAS is validated by its prestigious Red Dot Award. The unique faceted design showcases drinks in a captivating manner, easily mimicking the appearance of luxurious crystal glass. Koziol manufactures and customizes all glasses exclusively at its headquarters in Germany, maintaining a strict level of quality control. This commitment allows brands to customize their stemware with logos in a refined luxury print, available in virtually any color, ensuring the onboard glassware perfectly matches the yacht’s aesthetic identity.
The Circular Commitment: Sustainable Hospitality
The Koziol brand operates with a strong, sustainable ethos. SUPERGLAS is manufactured from a unique, durable high-tech plastic that is 100% recyclable. Longevity is a core part of the ecological concept, and Koziol takes back discarded glasses to process them into new design products. This dedication to a circular economy, combined with manufacturing powered by green electricity, positions SUPERGLAS as the essential, responsible choice for contemporary, eco-conscious yacht operations.
