NPL RENEW NOMINATED FOR PRESTIGIOUS 2024 DAME DESIGN AWARD
RENEW, a North Panel Laminate featuring 90% alternative bio-based and recycled raw materials was shortlisted in the Shoreside Equipment & Materials category
The sustainable sailcloth from the world's leading sailmaker is recognized in the most prestigious design competition in the marine industry.
The DAME Design Awards, the prestigious design competition in the marine industry, recently announced the selection of 58 products from 28 countries across 4 continents as the final nominees for the 33rd edition of the annual awards. North Sails NPL RENEW, the groundbreaking lower-carbon footprint cruising sailcloth constructed from more than 90% recycled and bio-based sources, was shortlisted in the Shoreside Equipment & Materials category.
The METSTRADE Show will announce category winners on Tuesday, November 19th, in Amsterdam, when the judges will also reveal the overall winner selected amongst the eight categories.
Ken Read, President of North Sails and North Technology Group, commented, "It is an honor to be recognized by METSTRADE for RENEW as one of the best-designed products. This well-deserved nomination reflects the years of hard work and North Sails’ commitment to innovating for performance and sustainability. The DAME Awards are the ultimate recognition in our industry and are rightly seen as a symbol of excellence. A special thank you to all within our company for working tirelessly to help make a difference."
North Sails RENEW is a sailcloth featuring 90% alternative bio-based and recycled raw materials, for cruising boats up to 45 ft, that does not sacrifice performance or longevity. North Sails' relationships with film, fiber suppliers and their shared commitment to developing more environmentally friendly products set the foundation for RENEW. With no compromise on performance, RENEW is a highly durable cruising performance cloth that features bio-based Dyneema and recycled polyester film and yarn. The raw material suppliers for RENEW are all Bluesign Certified and ISCC compliant to guarantee the validity of the sources and processes used in their manufacture.
North Sails will continue to be the pioneering force in sailmaking, boasting an impressive legacy marked by groundbreaking innovations and technological advances that have revolutionized sailing. As the global industry leader, North Sails is equally committed to finding solutions for more sustainable sails, low-impact manufacturing, alternative fibers, and opportunities for material circularity. The RENEW sailcloth, therefore, marks an important shift towards building more sustainable sails with the best materials.
Under the RENEW program, North Sails will continue to partner with suppliers to identify and refine the raw materials needed to produce ever more sustainable sails for all customers. North Sails is working on new solutions for sustainable sources across all North Sails technologies, including 3Di sails.
The DAME Design Awards Jury is drawn from a mix of experts in their field, from the marine and broader industries. The winners will be announced on November 19th.
To learn more about the story behind the development of NPL RENEW, the manufacturing and the integration of sustainable raw materials, please click here. To learn more about the North Sails sustainability strategy, please click here.
