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Marlow Ropes

Headquarters:
Hailsham
Founded:
1807
Activity:
Manufacturer, Seller
Equipment types:
Ropes & cordage

Marlow Ropes produces specialist cordage and high-performance lines for yachting and industrial applications from Hailsham in the UK, a location where rope manufacturing has continued for over two centuries. The brand maintains a global reputation built on long-standing heritage, technical development, and strict quality standards.

Production covers diameters ranging from 1 mm up to 80 mm, serving leisure sailors, grand prix racing crews, and safety professionals. Marlow works extensively with advanced synthetic fibers, including Vectran, Zylon, Technora, Nomex, and Twaron, alongside custom rope assemblies designed for demanding load conditions.

As a key development partner with DSM Dyneema®, the company designs targeted running rigging and technical cordage utilizing Dyneema SK99, SK78, SK75, SK38, DM20, and XBO fibers. This focus on material innovation supports high-strength, low-stretch solutions tailored to modern yachting needs.

Products from Marlow Ropes reach marine markets worldwide through an extensive international distribution network, backed by a dedicated sales and logistics facility in the USA.

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