Gottifredi Maffioli and Kingfisher Yacht Ropes partner to expand US market reach
Gottifredi Maffioli and Kingfisher Yacht Ropes will be working together to expand US market reach and availability of Gottifredi Maffioli’s full range of performance sailing ropes throughout the country.
The two companies strengthened their ongoing partnership for the United States market at the Annapolis Sailboat Show 2026, whereby Kingfisher Yacht Ropes will offer the full Gottifredi Maffioli range, supplying yacht riggers, sailmakers, boat builders, retailers and sailing professionals across the United States.
Rossella Maffioli says: “Having worked successfully with the Kingfisher Yacht Ropes team in the UK for more than 25 years, we believe this new approach will make the Gottifredi Maffioli range even more accessible to the sailing community in the United States, alongside our current partners and customers, extending our reach to chandleries and riggers across the country. As two multi-generational family businesses with shared values and philosophies, a more structured partnership is the natural next step in our long-standing relationship.”
Nigel Saddington, partner at Kingfisher Yacht Ropes, adds: “The United States has become an increasingly important export market for Kingfisher Yacht Ropes. Our strengthened partnership with Gottifredi Maffioli will provide greater clarity within the market and enable us to deliver an even more streamlined service to both existing and new customers. We are investing significantly in increased stock holdings to support anticipated demand and maintain our commitment to supplying orders quickly and efficiently.”
As part of this enhanced collaboration, the Kingfisher Yacht Ropes sales team will be visiting customers throughout the US and attending key industry events during the year.
