UK Sailmakers South Africa
UK Sailmakers South Africa joined the UK Sailmakers International group in 2023. Based in Durban, this independent loft has been a respected name in South African sailmaking for many years.
UK Sailmakers South Africa is a production loft renowned for crafting high-quality sails for the worldwide market. Their expert team, boasting over 150 collective years of industry experience, takes pride in creating sails with integrity. The loft places emphasis on quality, ethical business practices, and fostering customer relationships above all else.
UK Sailmakers is excited to welcome such a proficient team into their global network of exceptional lofts. The alignment of values and expertise makes this partnership truly promising. UK Sailmakers South Africa is ready to cater to their customers’ racing, cruising, and one-design sail requirements, backed by the comprehensive support of the UK Sailmakers group.
Loft Hours
Monday–Thursday: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Friday: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm
Contact information
UK Sailmakers South Africa
Unit 20, 45-47 Livingstone Road, Pinetown,
Durban, 3610 KZN, South Africa
Phone: + 27 (0) 31 701-3064
Email: southafrica@uksailmakers.com
Testimonials
About the Team
Craig Millar founded the business in January 2018. His efforts were joined by a production team with whom he had worked for ten years, craftsmen and women, who have an outstanding reputation in the industry for building the highest quality sails.
He brings extensive sailing experience as a successful South African Yachtsman, encompassing both cruising and achievements as a round-the-world yacht racing skipper. Craig’s experience and insights significantly contribute to the high-quality sail manufacturing process at the loft.
In October 2023 Craig was joined in the business by Luke Wagner, a successful local yachtsman and production specialist, and by Jerome Mc Laughlin, another successful local yachtsman and Chartered Accountant. Together this new team aim to expand the manufacturing operations considerably, while maintaining the same business ethos of quality, attention to detail and competitive pricing.
The team are thrilled to connect with a global network of lofts and bring their perspectives and ideas to the table as part of the UK Sailmakers International group.
