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Contender UK
Unit 12b The IO Centre
Stephenson Road
Segensworth South
Fareham
Hampshire
PO15 5RU
United Kingdom
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RBS

Sailmakers Hardware

Official UK Partner
Rutgerson is a well-established leader in sail hardware, known for reliable design and long-lasting performance. By partnering with them, Contender UK now serves as the dedicated hub for their full range of products providing expertise and advice for both professional sailmakers and private boat owners.
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World-Class Sail Battens

Sole UK Distributor
RBS manufactures battens for the full range of sizes, including everything from windsurfing and dinghies all the way to high-tech race boats and mega yacht cruisers. Contender UK are the UK's sole distributors for RBS Battens full range of products and can advise on the best products for your application.
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Performance Cover Fabrics

Exclusive UK Distribution
Contender UK is the exclusive supplier of WeatherMax, the high-performance fabric that has redefined marine protection. By combining their technical expertise with industry-leading material, they provide the market with a solution that balances breathability with extreme water resistance.
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Welcome to Contender

Contender UK are major leaders in the supply of sail hardware and fittings, sailcloth and fabrics for covermaking, structural and architectural use. Run by sailors for sailors and the marine trade, we offer world leading product ranges such as Contender Sailcloth, Rutgerson, Weathermax, Tenara, Perfix and Ultramar.

We provide a complete in house precision plot and cut service for a wide range of fabrics and sailcloth using our innovative Contender C360 cutting edge technology, superior software and extensive product knowledge.

From cruising to racing, whether sail designer or yacht owner, here at Contender UK we have over 100 years of collective experience and fully understand our customers needs to provide the best materials for the job.


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