UK Sailmakers
Founded in 1946, UK Sailmakers is one of the world’s most established groups of sailmakers, with nearly 50 lofts and service centers. Our cruising and racing sails are made with the most advanced design technologies and materials, while maintaining our commitment to sustainable practices and environmental responsibility. Owned by local sailors, our lofts retain the personal touch and provide quick, high-quality service along with well-designed, long-lasting sails.

Latest UK Sailmakers News

My Sailing Trip Begins
On November 6th, I started my round-the-world retirement cruise on SOULMATES with friends Perry Burgess and Andrew Graham when we sailed from New Rochelle, N.Y., to Florida. The non-stop 860-mile trip took five-and-three-quarters days. Just after noon, we departed western…

CHAR CHAN AND MATA HARI VIE FOR TOP SPOT AT 2025 RLIR
The 21st edition of the Royal Langkawi International Regatta (RLIR), held from January 20-25, 2025, brought together some of the most competitive sailing teams in the region. With ten races set against the breathtaking Langkawi Archipelago, sailors faced everything from…

My Sailing Background
One of my first sailing memories came from when I was five-years-old. Our family was on a vacation in Hanko, Norway, and the hotel had a sailing instructor with a 20-foot sailboat. George, the instructor, was trying to teach me…

NEW LOFT IN FRANCE FOR UK SAILMAKERS
Written by Élodie Racon of UK Sailmakers France. Cliquez ici pour lire l’article en français For over 10 years, PSL Gréement has been established at the Navy Service port, specializing in rigging and sailmaking. Taken over 5 years ago by…

NOUVEAU VOILERIE EN FRANCE POUR UK SAILMAKERS
Écrit par Élodie Racon de UK Sailmakers France. Click here for the English version. Depuis plus de 10 ans, PSL Gréement, est implanté sur le port Navy Service, la société est spécialisée dans le gréement et la voilerie. Repris depuis…

FENICE WINS VOLVO HONG KONG TO HAINAN RACE
The Volvo Hong Kong to Hainan Race made a spectacular return in 2025 after a seven-year hiatus, delivering an unforgettable offshore experience for the fleet of four competing yachts. The 390nm downwind passage from Hong Kong’s iconic Victoria Harbour to…
Careers

Sales Representative UK Sailmakers Northeast
UK Sailmakers, based in Portchester, NY, is looking for a sales representative to cover the NY-Metro Area. He or she must be able to race on all levels of boats and have selling skills. Interested? Send resumes to Loft General…

Floor Manager UK Sailmakers Northeast
UK Sailmakers in Portchester, NY, is looking to hire a floor manager to head up a staff of five. Sailmaking and administrative skills are required. Interested? Send resumes to Emmett Dickheiser of UK Sailmakers New York at: emmett@uksailmakers.com

Sewer and Floor Work
UK Sailmakers Miami, located in Coconut Grove area, is looking for a candidate who can sew and work on the floor, while working well with others! This opening is for a person who is interested in helping to build and…