North Sails Australia merger

MANAGING director of North Sails Australia, Michael Coxon, and the principal of Melbourne’s North Sails loft, veteran yachtsman Ross Lloyd, have jointly announced the merger of the Melbourne operations into North Sails Australia and the signing of Noel “Nitro” Drennan.

“The two companies already work closely together sharing design and manufacturing resources," said Michael Coxon.

"After 35 years in sailmaking, Lloyd is planning to retire in 2012 and the timing works in perfectly with Noel Drennan having recently returned to our employ and is taking on Ross’s loft management responsibilities in Melbourne,” said Coxon.
 
“This outcome shall ensure our clients enjoy a seamless transition and benefit from Noel‘s 30 years of experience as a North sailmaker, Americas Cup and Volvo sail coordinator and professional sailor at the highest level specialising in marrying sail design and rig tune."