Olimpic Sails

What Olimpic Sails does

Olimpic Sails (legally Olisails SRL) is an Italian custom sailmaker founded in 1980 in Trieste by three sailor-athletes, headquartered in Muggia with an in-house lamination facility operating since 2009. The company designs and manufactures bespoke sails across four product lines: One Design (sails certified for 20+ racing classes including Optimist, 420, J70, J99, and Melges 24), Regata (custom racing), Crociera (cruising), and Superyacht (sails for yachts over 60 feet). Its core technical differentiator is the proprietary MACROS membrane platform, produced entirely in-house in two variants: MACROS PRO, a high-performance membrane combining carbon, Dyneema, and aramid fibers, and MACROS SIDERA, a high-endurance 100% Dyneema line launched in 2024. MACROS sails are designed using proprietary 3D CAD tools that optimize fiber placement per stress load and carry an industry-unusual 5-year warranty against delamination.

The business is sales-led and quote-based for custom work, with published unit prices on One Design class sails ranging from approximately €130 for entry-level Optimist mainsails to €2,300+ for J24 genoas. Olimpic monetizes primarily through one-off custom sail sales rather than subscriptions or licensing. Distribution combines direct factory sales from Trieste for enterprise clients (such as ARCA WILD THING, SOLARIS 72, WHITEFIN 90, and SOUTHERNWIND 72 in the superyacht segment) with a global network of 40+ authorized dealers and associated sail lofts across 30+ countries. The company holds World Sailing's In-House Certification (IHC), obtained in 2014 as one of the first Italian sailmakers, enabling self-certification of competition sails. Customer outcomes cited include 5 Olympic medals, 46 One Design World Championships, 9 Offshore World Championships, and an outright Copa del Rey victory in 2024. R&D investment is partially co-financed through FESR regional grants covering computer-vision-based sail shape capture (CUBEVS), multilayer high-modulus fiber sail structures, digital manufacturing upgrades, and on-site photovoltaic power generation.

Name

Olimpic Sails

Legal name

Olisails SRL

Website

https://olisails.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Olimpic Sails (Olisails SRL) is an Italian custom sailmaker founded in 1980 in Trieste, producing bespoke One Design, racing, cruising, and superyacht sails with its proprietary in-house MACROS membrane technology, sold direct and via 40+ authorized dealers in 30+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sail Manufacturing

NAICS

Ship and Boat Building (33661)

SIC

Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRAMAIAG

Sailing & Rigging Retail (Sailboats, Sails, Hardware)

Consumer Products & Retail/Sporting Goods & Outdoor Retail/Water Sports & Marine Recreation Retail

SECONDARYIMAJAEAD

Superyacht & Megayacht Manufacturing

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Marine & Shipbuilding/Yacht & Leisure Craft Manufacturing

SECONDARYIMAJAEAM

Semi-Custom & Series Production Yacht Manufacturing

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Marine & Shipbuilding/Yacht & Leisure Craft Manufacturing

Keywords

• Custom sail manufacturing
• Membrane sail technology
• Racing sailmaking
• Superyacht sails
• One design sails

Headquarters

HQ city

Muggia

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Made Sails: Bespoke sail manufacturing for one design classes, racing, cruising and superyacht segments. Sails are designed and produced according to individual customer specifications, boat dimensions, and intended use. Pricing varies by sail type, materials, and customization level.
2. MACROS Membrane Sails: Proprietary MACROS technology sails with in-house produced membranes. Includes MACROS PRO for high performance and MACROS SIDERA for high endurance applications. Premium pricing due to advanced materials and 5-year delamination warranty.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Olimpic Sails designs, manufactures and sells custom-made sails for racing, cruising and superyacht applications, organized around four customer segments (One Design class racing, Regata racing, Crociera cruising, and Superyacht) and produced using its proprietary in-house MACROS® membrane technology. Sales are quote-based for custom sails with published unit pricing for One Design class sails, and the company backs MACROS sails with a 5-year delamination warranty while providing self-certification of competition sails under IHC authority from World Sailing.

Product overview

Olimpic Sails is an Italian sail-making company founded in 1980 in Trieste, producing custom sails for both competitive and recreational sailing. The core product portfolio is organized around five main categories: ONE DESIGN (sails for 20+ one-design racing classes including Optimist, 420, Snipe, J70, J99, Melges 24, and more), REGATA (racing sails), CROCIERA (cruising sails), SUPERYACHT (sails for maxi yachts over 60 feet), and MACROS® (proprietary membrane technology). MACROS® comes in two variants: MACROS PRO (high performance using carbon, dyneema, aramid fibers) and MACROS SIDERA (high endurance with 100% Dyneema). All MACROS® sails carry a 5-year delamination warranty. The company operates an in-house lamination facility (established 2009) enabling complete control over production. Additional services include IHC certification (World Sailing certified self-certification) and comprehensive Customer Care support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MACROS PRO: High performance membrane technology developed over 20 years of in-house lamination, using carbon, dyneema, and aramid fibers for racing, ocean crossings, and cruising applications. Features a 5-year warranty against delamination.
• MACROS SIDERA

Products and services

• MACROS PRO Membrane Sails High-performance oriented-fiber membrane sails produced entirely in-house at the Trieste facility using carbon, dyneema, and aramidic fibers combined per the intended use (competition, ocean crossings, or cruising). Includes 3D design software for stress analysis and customized fiber orientation, and a 5-year delamination warranty.
• MACROS SIDERA Membrane Sails High-endurance membrane sail line using 100% Dyneema fiber, with thicker less-dense fibers for cost efficiency and weight savings of up to 30% versus traditional materials. Designed for cruising sailors seeking advanced membrane technology at a more accessible price point, with anti-mold treatment for longevity.
• One Design Class Sails Competition-optimized sails covering more than 20 one-design racing classes (Optimist, 420, Snipe, Finn, Europa, Cadet, Dinghy 12, 470, Contender, Fireball, FIV555, J24, J70, J99, Melges 24, Este 24, Surprise, UFO 28, Meteor, X35), each with multiple sail variants (mainsails, jibs, spinnakers, gennakers) built to class-specific designs and published EUR pricing.
• Regata (Racing) Sails Custom high-performance racing sails designed and produced for competitive sailing from club to Grand Prix level, featuring advanced materials (including MACROS membrane technology) and continuous technological evolution; recent racing highlights include the Copa del Rey 2024 absolute victory.
• Crociera (Cruising) Sails Custom cruising sails balancing performance, technology, durability, and comfort, available in MACROS membrane technology (MACROS SIDERA) or traditional paneled constructions (Dacron horizontal cut or sandwich tri-radial cut) for coastal and bluewater passages.
• Superyacht Sails Premium custom sails for maxi yachts over 60 feet designed for ocean sailing and competitive racing, built on MACROS® membrane technology with reliability treated as the paramount requirement. Notable projects include ARCA WILD THING (100 ft) and custom sail packages for Solaris 72, Whitefin 90 and Southernwind 72.
• IHC Certification Service In-House Certification service granted by World Sailing that allows Olimpic Sails to certify its own competition sails (covering all sails produced for racing competition) directly, avoiding external verification cost and time.
• Customer Care Services Post-sale customer support program including free customized consulting, technical support, a dedicated sailing expert, needs analysis, delivery/mounting/trial support, and free first-season maintenance.
• Custom Sail Design and Manufacturing Bespoke end-to-end sail design and manufacturing service from raw material selection to sea testing, carried out entirely in-house and available for all sail types including mainsails, jibs, spinnakers, gennakers, codes, and storm sails. Quote-based pricing with approximately 2-week delivery from order confirmation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5 Olympic medals achieved by athletes using Olimpic Sails
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

42 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• ARTHUR THUERINGER (Austria)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Austria. Contact: [email protected], Address: BERTHA VON SUTTNERGASSE 14/20 WIEN 1220 AUSTRIA
• BARLETTA CAMILA (Argentina)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Argentina. Contact: [email protected], Address: BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA
• MARTECNA SA (Argentina)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Argentina. Contact: [email protected], Address: 9 DE JULIO 356, SAN FERNANDO BUENOS AIRES ARGENTINA
• FINNPORTS PTY LTD (Australia)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Australia. Contact: [email protected], Address: UNIT 6/54 GINDURRA ROAD 2250 SOMERSBY NSW AUSTRALIA
• MARINE MASTERS LTD (Bulgaria)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Bulgaria.
• OPTITEAM NV (Belgium)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Belgium. Contact: [email protected], Address: BEATRIJSLAAN 24 ANTWERPEN 2050 BELGIUM
• VAN LAER SAILING BVBA (Belgium)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Belgium. Contact: [email protected], Address: 36 BOSSENSTRAAT 8953 HEUVELLAND BELGIUM
• BLACK SAILS SERVICIOS NAUTICOS (Chile)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Chile. Contact: [email protected], Address: AV. CARLOS ALESSANDRI 2222 DPTO 1104 ALGARROBO VALPARAÍSO CILE
• SEBEL ZAJEDNICKI OBRT (Croatia)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAssociated sail loft in Croatia. Contact: [email protected], Address: PREMANTURSKA 321 BANJOLE, PULA 52100 CROATIA
• WE SAIL D.O.O. (Croatia)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Croatia. Contact: [email protected], Address: M.SUSANJ 22 OPATIJA 51410 CROATIA
• WEICHERT HARALD (Germany)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Germany. Contact: [email protected], Address: Berlin
• ZIEGELMAYER GMBH (Germany)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Germany. Contact: [email protected], Address: An'n Slagboom 2, 22848 Norderstedt, Germany
• PARIS-VOILE (France)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in France. Contact: [email protected], Address: 2 RUE MAURICE LEBLANC PARC ACTIVITÉ CLAUDE MONET CROISSY SUR SEINE 78290 FRANCE
• AFRODITE ZEGERS-DE KLEINE (Greece)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Greece. Contact: [email protected]
• HIGHTIDE (Hungary)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Hungary. Contact: [email protected], Address: GOMBKÖTO KÖZ 3 VESZPRÉM 08200 HUNGARY
• REGULUS 2000 BT (Hungary)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Hungary. Contact: [email protected], Address: MUHAR STR. 59. BUDAPEST 1028 HUNGARY
• YAMIT YSB LTD. (Israel)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Israel. Contact: [email protected], Address: P.O.BOX 6158 TEL AVIV MARINA 61061 ISRAEL
• ROSSAIL - PIAZZI ROSANNA (Italy)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAssociated sail loft in Italy. Contact: [email protected], Address: VIA A. ALEARDI, 2 SAN MARTINO BUON ALBERGO (VR) 37036 ITALY
• VELERIA INCARBONA SRL (Italy)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAssociated sail loft in Italy. Contact: [email protected], Address: VIA PASSO BUOLE, 209 FIUMICINO (RM) 00054 ITALY
• GOLD SAIL RAVENNA SRL (Italy)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Italy. Contact: [email protected], Address: VIA MARINARA 77 MARINA DI RAVENNA 48122 ITALY
• SICILMARE SRL (Italy)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Italy. Contact: [email protected], Address: VIA MARINA PONENTE 38/40 AUGUSTA (SR) ITALY
• BLU SAIL - AVARADIFILO SRL (Italy)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAssociated sail loft in Italy. Contact: [email protected], Address: VIA DELLA PIRITE, 12 BAGNO DI GAVORRANO (GR) 58023 ITALY
• VELA-TECH di Valerio Trabucco (Italy)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAssociated sail loft in Italy. Contact: [email protected], Address: VIALE S. BARTOLOMEO, 725, 19126 - LA SPEZIA
• SAILCENTER B.V. (Netherlands)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Netherlands. Contact: [email protected], Address: MARINA MUIDERZAND IJMEERDIJK 18 ALMERE 01361 NETHERLANDS
• WET N WINDY (New Zealand)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in New Zealand. Contact: [email protected], Address: 37 SYLVAN PARK AVENUE MILFORD AUCKLAND 0620 NEW ZEALAND
• FORDEWIND-REGATTA LTD (Russia)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Russia. Contact: [email protected], Address: PETROVSKAJA KOSA 7 ST. PETERSBURG 197110 RUSSIA
• SC WIND HUNTERS SRL (Romania)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Romania. Contact: [email protected], Address: STR. FULGERULUI, NR.99, BL.MFA2, AP.15, CONSTANTA 900371 ROMANIA
• RAMKI (Poland)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Poland. Contact: [email protected], Address: PARTYZANTOW 14/48A 80-254 GDANSK POLAND
• THE CARIBBEAN SAILING COMPANY (Puerto Rico)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Puerto Rico. Contact: [email protected], Address: PO BOX 194111 SAN JUAN PUERTO RICO 00919-4111
• BLAUS LDA (Portugal)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAssociated sail loft in Portugal. Contact: [email protected], Address: ESTALEIROS DA MARINA DE ALBUFEIRA LARGO DAS DOCAS 8200 394 ALBUFEIRA PORTUGAL
• COMPANHIA NAUTICA DE EVENTOS E COMERCIO LDA (Portugal)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Portugal. Contact: [email protected], Address: RUA MANUEL VIEGAS GUERREIRO, 10 PACO DE ARCOS 2770-193 PORTUGAL
• KLER D.O.O. (Slovenia)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Slovenia. Contact: [email protected], Address: VANGANELSKA C. 14 KOPER 6000 SLOVENIA
• DINGHY SAILING PRODUCTS (Singapore)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Singapore. Contact: [email protected], Address: PIONEER CENTRE, 1 SOON LEE STREET #05-53, 627605 SINGAPORE
• GUSTAVO DEL CASTILLO (Spain)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Spain. Contact: [email protected]
• BORN TO SAIL (Spain)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Spain. Contact: [email protected]
• CASCO CAMILLO (Switzerland)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Switzerland. Contact: [email protected], Address: DERSBACHSTRASSE 156 B HÜNENBERG SEE 6333 SWITZERLAND
• DUVOISIN CHRISTOPHE ET ANTONY CONSTR. NAUTIQUES (Switzerland)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Switzerland. Contact: [email protected], Address: BATTEUX 3 COLOMBIER 2013 SWITZERLAND
• ALICAN SELCIK (Turkey)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Turkey. Contact: [email protected], Address: IZMIR TURKEY
• XTREMITY (United Kingdom)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in UK. Contact: [email protected], Address: 50 CUTLERS LANE STUBBINGTON FAREHAM PO142JW HAMPSHIRE UK
• COLIE SAILS (USA)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in USA. Contact: [email protected], Address: 1649 BAY AVENUE - POINT PLEASANT NEW JERSEY 08742 USA
• CUSTOM YACHT SERVICE INC. (USA)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in USA. Contact: [email protected], Address: 7927 NW 188th LANE MIAMI LAKES, FL., 33015 USA
• World SailingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGoverning body for sailing that grants IHC (In-House Certification) status, allowing Olimpic Sails to self-certify competition sails. Regular audits ensure compliance with quality standards.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Dimension-Polyant: Global producer of sailcloth laminates and membrane substrates used by performance sailmakers - relevant as a key raw-material supplier whose products Olimpic and other custom sailmakers rely on for membrane sail production.
• Challenge Sailcloth: Italian manufacturer of technical sailcloth and laminate materials used as inputs by custom sailmakers - comparable as an upstream textile/materials supplier in the same sailing manufacturing ecosystem in which Olimpic operates.

Direct peers

• Hydes Sails: UK-based custom sailmaker serving one-design, racing, cruising and superyacht clients with both membrane and traditional sail constructions - a directly comparable mid-sized European competitor to Olimpic Sails.
• North Sails: The world's largest sailmaker with full custom and one-design sail production, in-house membrane technology (3Di), and a global service network - directly comparable to Olimpic Sails' custom sail manufacturing across racing, cruising and superyacht segments.
• Ullman Sails: US-originated custom sailmaker with a global loft network producing one-design, racing and cruising sails - closely comparable to Olimpic in segment coverage and dealer-based distribution.
• Elvstrøm Sails: Danish sailmaker with a long heritage in one-design and offshore sails, producing custom membrane and paneled sails for racing, cruising and superyacht segments - comparable European specialty sailmaker with similar product portfolio to Olimpic.
• Doyle Sails: International custom sailmaker (Stratis membrane) serving one-design, grand prix, superyacht and cruising customers through a worldwide loft network - directly comparable to Olimpic Sails in product range, technology and distribution model.
• Quantum Sails: Global custom sailmaker with proprietary membrane technology (XC, QX) covering one-design, grand prix racing, cruising and superyacht markets - directly comparable to Olimpic's MACROS product lines and global dealer model.
• OneSails: Italian-headquartered custom sailmaker with proprietary membrane technology (4T Forte) and an international loft network serving racing, cruising and superyacht markets - a direct Italian and Mediterranean competitor to Olimpic Sails.

Emerging players

• Lombard Sails (Cape Performance Sails International): Custom membrane sailmaker specializing in superyacht and high-end racing sails with strong Mediterranean presence - emerging specialist with overlapping customer base in the superyacht segment that Olimpic serves.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/OlimpicSails

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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