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 sails are made with the most advanced design technologies and materials. 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
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…
JPK 45 SIRENE SHINES IN SYDNEY HOBART DEBUT
In a stunning debut, Bill Henson’s JPK 45 SIRENE claimed victory as the IRC Corinthian Division Champion and secured 2nd place in IRC Division 2 in the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. The performance also earned SIRENE an…
VISIT UK SAILMAKERS AT THE 2025 TORONTO BOAT SHOW
The Toronto International Boat Show is back for 2025 at the Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place! Running from Saturday, January 18 through Sunday, January 26, this exciting event brings together boaters and sailing enthusiasts from across the region. UK Sailmakers Ontario…
HOW TO BUY A SAIL – 10 QUESTIONS TO ANSWER
Buying a new sail should be an exciting and straightforward experience—not an overwhelming or confusing one. With so many options available, it can be tough to know where to start. Whether you’re looking for one-design dinghy sails, performance sails for…
LESSONS LEARNED WITH RODNEY PIMENTEL
Join us for the seventeenth episode of Lessons Learned, UK Sailmakers’ podcast series hosted by Brendan Huffman, featuring special guest Rodney Pimentel. In this episode, Rod discusses his recent division win at the 2024 Pacific Cup onboard his Cal 40,…
DIABOLIC CROWNED 2024 OFFSHORE CIRCUIT CHAMPION
The 2024 Offshore Regatta Circuit has come to an exhilarating close with DIABOLIC, Glenn De Brouwer’s Sun Fast 35, securing the overall victory. The Diabolic Sailing Team, predominantly racing double-handed with a suit of UK Sailmakers sails—including high-performance Titanium upwind…
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…