With METSTRADE just around the corner, it is a great time to share the new developments we are preparing alongside Spinlock, a brand we have been working closely with for years.
Inquiries, guidance, and conversations with those who use our products keep us closely connected to the needs of marine professionals. This experience gives purpose to every advancement: improving the equipment and making its selection and use on board easier.
Three nominations for the DAME Awards
We are heading to METSTRADE 2026 with some especially exciting news: three products from our Spinlock range have been nominated for the DAME Design Awards. They are the Mast Float, in onboard safety; the VITO AFS, in personal equipment; and the Rig-Sense Pro, in deck equipment.
These nominations span solutions for people, maneuvers, and boat equipment. Three areas where we continue working to respond to different sailing needs.
We celebrate this recognition of design and innovation, as we look forward to hearing the results during the trade show.
Comfort and freedom of movement
Among the upcoming additions to our range is the LIFT 50N, a buoyancy aid designed for high-performance water sports.
With this model, we are focusing on a snug fit, lightweight construction, and a reduction in both bulk and snag points. The soft-touch shoulders and stretch side panels are designed to make movement easier during activity.
Comfort and fit come up in many of the conversations we have with our customers. The gear must move with the person wearing it, and that is one of the priorities guiding our selection of marine equipment.
The LIFT 50N is scheduled to be available starting January 1, 2027.
Moving forward with the everyday details as well
Another of our new additions is the 45-liter Explorer Gear Tote, a water-resistant bag with carry handles and shoulder straps, an inner compartment to separate wet and dry gear, and an exterior zippered pocket. It is expected to arrive in February 2027.
We are also updating the packaging for Spinlock spares and accessories. On the rearming kits, we are placing special emphasis on identifying the model and type more clearly, making it easier to select the correct part number.
It may seem like a small change, but those of us who work with these products every day know just how much it helps to find the information you need at a glance.
More tools to make better choices
We are also continuing to improve the user experience on the Spinlock website, adding specific content for the professional maritime sector and new filters to better understand, compare, and select from the CONTROL and PROTECT ranges.
Providing useful information alongside every product is part of our commitment. At Equipyacht, we contribute to this effort by listening, explaining the differences between models, and helping you choose the right gear for your specific needs.
From November 17th to 19th, METSTRADE will bring us together in Amsterdam to share these new developments and continue discussing what's next. We are looking forward to reconnecting with industry colleagues, hearing about new needs, and continuing to move forward together.