In 2013, Henri Lloyd, a proud family-run
company, will be celebrating half a century as one of the market leaders
in technical sailing and lifestyle apparel. It has paved the way for
all modern foul weather clothing, setting the standards throughout the
generations for performance and comfort.
Founded in 1963
in Manchester, England, by Mr Henri Strzelecki and managed by his son’s
Martin and Paul since the 1980s, this British specialist clothing brand
has pioneered the development of modern foul weather clothing technology
and design.
Starting from the very early days with ‘Mr
Henri’, as he became universally known, the company introduced a number
of design firsts which are now accepted as industry standards,
including: the first ever Bri-Nylon® garment with hand taped seams, the
first integral safety harness, the first non corrosive zip, and the use
of Velcro® as a closure on garments, to name but a few.
Henri
Lloyd’s association with the world’s sailing elite includes working with
the early pioneers of solo circumnavigation and exploration Sir Francis
Chichester, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, Sir Alec Rose, Sir Ranulph Fiennes
and over the past twenty years with Ben Ainslie CBE, quadruple Olympic
gold medallist.
Henri Lloyd are also proud to have had gear
worn in almost every major Round the World Race over the past five
decades, allowing Henri Lloyd to stay at the forefront of intelligent
innovation.
Henri Lloyd’s strong international presence sees
the brand represented in over 50 countries worldwide, including
Australia with two signature stores in Sydney.
After five
decades of relentless innovation, Henri-Lloyd continues to push the
boundaries of technical sailing clothing. Always striving to improve
comfort, safety and performance for sailors, wherever they sail in the
world and whatever type of sailing they enjoy.
Website : www.henrilloyd.com/
( Source Henri lloyd Australia )
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