Supplier Focus: Marlow Ropes

Marlow Ropes is a world renowned supplier of high-quality ropes and rigging solutions. With a rich history dating back to 1807, Marlow Ropes has established itself as a trusted name in the industry. Their ropes are used by some of the biggest yacht names in the world, including America's Cup teams and Olympic sailors.

As a British company Marlow still produce all their ropes here in the UK, so every purchase helps not only to support the British marine industry but also the UK manufacturing industry. Having Marlow on our doorstep also means we have fantastic access to their technical teams, helping to find solutions to your most challenging problems.

A Legacy of Excellence

Marlow Ropes has a long and storied history that spans over two centuries. Founded in 1807, the company initially focused on manufacturing traditional hemp ropes. Over time, Marlow Ropes embraced innovation and began producing ropes made from synthetic materials like polyester and Dyneema®. This commitment to quality and adaptability has allowed them to stay at the forefront of the industry.

Preferred Choice of Yacht Owners

When it comes to yachting, Marlow Ropes is the go-to choice for many of the worlds best known sailing yachts and their sailors. Their ropes are trusted by top yacht & dinghy racing teams, including those competing in the America's Cup, Olympics and Round the World Sprints . These teams rely on Marlow Ropes for their exceptional strength, durability, and performance. Marlow Ropes continues to innovate and push the boundaries of rope technology, offering the first recycled yacht ropes in the industry with their Blue Ocean products.

 A Wide Range of Products

Marlow Ropes offers a comprehensive range of ropes and rigging solutions to cater to various needs and applications. Their product lineup includes:

  • Performance Ropes: Marlow's performance ropes are designed for high-performance sailing. These ropes are lightweight, low stretch, and offer excellent grip & heat resistance, making them ideal for competitive racing.
  • Cruising Ropes: For leisure sailors, Marlow offers a range of cruising ropes that provide durability and ease of handling. These ropes are designed to withstand the rigors of everyday sailing at a cost-effective price point. There is no reduction in quality.
  • Superyacht Ropes: Marlow Ropes also caters to the superyacht market, offering ropes that combine strength, flexibility, and aesthetics. These ropes are designed to meet the demanding and often novel requirements of luxury yachts.
  • Dinghy Ropes: Marlow's dinghy ropes are specifically designed for the challenges of constant trimming in small boats and dinghies. These ropes offer excellent grip, cleating performance and longevity through the harshest of ratchet blocks.
  • Mooring Ropes: Marlow’s mooring ropes provide safe mooring and anchoring solutions for your prized asset, even in the harshest of conditions. Regarded as amongst the best mooring ropes in the industry, Marlow have a reputation for exceptional quality and longevity.