Research
The development of Plastics since 1945 have given the sailmaking industry endless opportunities to develop better, faster and longer lasting sails. Like many industries local craftsman have disappeared and replaced by global players that primarily produce sails in low income countries. Local lofts are now service centers or focus on making covers, spray-hoods and repairs.
This industry has a huge ecological footprint using big plants, lots of chemicals and recycling is not part of the business model. For the future of our planet and the watersports industry, we need to change this.
Who are the big names in the industry, which materials are used and how sustainable is this part of our wind powered pastime?
Read our whitepaper.
What is our goal?
- Striving for Circularity;
- Repair if needed;
- Re-use through our Marketplace;
- Upcycling at partners for end of life sails
- Recycling when the market is ready to close the circle
Values
Fair wages, minimizing transport and safe working environments are an integral part of our and our partners operations. We research, inspire and work with our partners to achieve new solutions.