Hailsham’s Ropes are sailing around the world!
Hailsham manufacturer - Marlow Ropes, is proud to announce that it’s ropes will be used for this edition of the Clipper Around the World Race, setting sail from Portsmouth on 31 August 2025.
Marlow’s ropes will be used across all eleven ‘Clipper 70’ yachts, on their world circumnavigation. Travelling over 40,000 nautical miles and visiting ports across 6 continents - offering a global stage for Marlow’s Blue Ocean® ropes to demonstrate their reliability and performance.
The Clipper Race is known for its unique format where everyday people take on the extraordinary challenge of circumnavigating the globe. It relies on the highest quality equipment to ensure safety and performance across its fleet. The ropes will be providing critical lines for rigging, sails, and safety systems and are designed to withstand the extreme conditions of ocean racing.
Blue Ocean® is Marlow’s range of ropes made from yarn that is GRS1 certified and manufactured from 75% recycled plastic bottles.
Paul Honess, Sales Director at Marlow Ropes commented. “This partnership showcases the durability and innovation of our sustainable products, and we are incredibly proud that Hailsham manufactured products will be showcased around the world.”
Marlow will be sharing behind-the-scenes insights and stories from the race on its social media channels and blog - make sure to follow.
Media Contact:
Jane Ings.
Marketing Manager, Marlow Ropes
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01323 444 444