Innovations Articles
Henri-Lloyd, a trusted name in sailing gear, presents its newest innovation - the Ocean PRO range at Metstrade2025. This breakthrough offering raises the bar for professional sailing apparel. Harnessing modern technology and sustainability practices, Ocean PRO is crafted to heighten performance, strengthen comfort and support survival at sea.
Recognized as a finalist for the Dame Award 2025, Ocean PRO seeks to satisfy the expansive requirements of professional offshore racing crews, long-distance sailors, and dedicated sea adventurers. This sea gear is a testament to what modern technology can achieve in extreme-weather gear, fully reimagining offshore protection.
Developed over a span of three years in collaboration with some of the most reputable names in sailing, Ocean PRO introduces the world’s pioneering 4-Layer Hybrid Membrane Stretch Fabric. The result is handheld protection with survival-grade waterproofness, exceptional breathability and a significant reduction in weight compared with conventional offshore gear.
The last major event in the sailing calendar, the much-anticipated International Moth Winter Championship 2025, unfurled its sails at the Rutland Sailing Club. The line-up consisted of Exocet, Aerocet, and Exploder designs, adding more sparks to the thrilling weekend event.
Among the collection of skilfully designed vessels, Paul Gliddon’s recently converted Exocet caught most of the attention, with solid wings and a reduced foredeck. The change in design stirred up conversation, acknowledging that improvement and innovation in the most unlikely areas often help in gaining a competitive edge.
While Saturday’s weak breeze left much to be desired, patience paid off as the participants experienced an inspiring 15-Knot NE breeze on Sunday, kicking off an exhilarating round of races. Sailors deliberated preparations; choosing between big foils and sails for handling lulls and tackling, or smaller foils concentrated on straight-line speed.