Sustainability

• Sustainable sailmaking

  At Ratsey & Lapthorn, safeguarding the environment for future generations is our highest priority. The company has always been committed to environmental sustainability.

• Built to last

  Our philosophy is to craft products that endure, with sails built to last. When commissioning new sails, it’s not uncommon for clients to still possess Ratsey & Lapthorn sails that are half a century old. Achieving superlative quality requires using exceptional materials and appropriate threads for each use case.

• Care and maintenance

  We prioritise repairing and extending the lifespan of sails to minimise waste and avoid contributing to landfill.

• Circularity

  Ratsey & Lapthorn is committed to constantly improving and advancing its environmental sustainability strategy. Through an innovative treatment process, we can decompose sails into their purest molecular elements without using heat. This cutting-edge process is a great source of pride for the company as it maintains the same grade of plastic, returning it to its virgin state as if it were new. Consequently, materials can be salvaged and repurposed in the recycling chain for future use.