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It took months searching for the right person, but Simon Payne has been appointed as chief commercial officer at Henri-Lloyd. In this newly-created role, Payne will be working alongside executive chairman Knut Frostad. Payne’s role will focus on managing and increasing sales including distribution, wholesale, licensees, e-commerce and retail. The plan is to achieve Henri-Lloyd’s […]
Zhik has released its most comprehensive range of women’s products in the brand’s 20 year history, with 19 female products across the Performance Superwarm, Performance Microfleece, ‘X’ Superwarm and ‘X’ Microfleece wetsuit ranges, plus more across the full Zhik product range. The latest additions include improved fit and features, all dedicated to enhancing women’s comfort […]
With the trade launch of its 2024 Yachting collection at METSTRADE last November, Henri-Lloyd (HL) is marking 60 years of sailing apparel innovation by implementing a new, forward-facing vision aimed at creating brand stability. Following a turbulent period under previous owners, Aligro UK, Henri-Lloyd plans to drive innovation with fresh impetus as it seeks to […]
Australian sailing brand Zhik has extended its wetsuit recycling programme across Australia and New Zealand to help improve the circular life cycle of its products after disposal. Customers in Australia and New Zealand can now place their used wetsuits in “reZhikle” boxes located in over 30 partner stores to date. Zhik says more distributors of […]
Nautor Swan and Henri-Lloyd are to join forces in a new collaboration, bringing together their ‘iconic heritages’ to merge ‘cutting-edge technology with a shared passion for being on the water’. As such, Henri-Lloyd will be the official sportswear partner for Nautor Swan and ClubSwan’s sailing ventures. Both companies share the same love for the sport […]
Australian sailing brand Zhik has launched a new bespoke Teamwear Service to supply customised and branded Zhik products to race teams and yacht crews. Zhik says its new Teamwear Service is backed by a dedicated account team and utilitises specialist branding partners to deliver customised clothing when its needs. Understanding the importance of being able […]
Marine and outdoor clothing brand, Henri-Lloyd has appointed marine sales specialist Sailforce to strengthen its sales reach and customer support in the UK and Ireland. Henri Lloyd says that Sailforce’s experienced and knowledgeable team will provide it with additional hands-on sales representatives nationwide to drive brand visibility and support its retailers and customers. “We want […]
Quality Marine Clothing (QMC) has announced a partnership with Smallwood’s Yachtwear to represent the US uniform supplier in the Asia-Pacific region. QMC says this strategic collaboration leverages the strengths of both companies to allow each one to expand its reach and provide better services to its clients. Founded in 1981 in Fort Lauderdale, Smallwood’s Yachtwear […]
Australian sailing brand Zhik has debuted its new Superthin Bootie for watersports and sailing. Zhik says the shoes have a durable, high-gauge knit upper and an ultra-thin, super flexible, robust rubber sole, for added grip and foot protection. The thin sole is designed to enhance bare-foot sensation to aid agility around a boat or on […]
Henri-Lloyd says it’s embarking on a significant step change in its British heritage brand as it celebrates its 60th anniversary. Not only is it under its new ownership, but it’s also returning to the wholesale market. And, it’s appointed Kestin Hare, founder and creative director of Scottish-based menswear brand, Kestin, as creative director. Henri-Lloyd believes […]
Typhoon International has revealed its technical clothing collection for 2023. It’s offering six new garments for sailors and powerboaters. Amy Grealish, marketing and communications manager at Typhoon International, says the high-performance clothing is a logical and natural progression for Typhoon (the company’s technical dingy range came out in 2021). “Working with the latest fabrics and […]