Lorient, France
September, 2025
OneSails is proud to announce the affiliation of a new sail loft in Lorient, France – a globally recognized epicenter of offshore sailing. This strategic addition not only reinforces the brand’s growing presence in the French market, but also strengthens its long-term commitment to ocean racing.
The new OneSails loft in Lorient stands out for its state-of-the-art infrastructure and technical capacity, making it fully equipped to handle both the production and servicing of sails of any size. What makes this operation truly exceptional, however, is the expertise of its leadership team: master sailmakers Antoine Martineau and Yannick Audren, renowned figures in the offshore sailing industry.
As part of this new affiliation, the loft also welcomes Conrad Colman – celebrated offshore sailor and sailmaker – as a shareholder. A New Zealander by birth and global sailor by nature, Colman brings with him extensive experience including multiple solo round-the-world races, such as the Vendée Globe. His addition represents a major asset not only for the Lorient loft, but for the broader OneSails network.
“The affiliation of the Lorient loft, guided by the expertise of Antoine and Yannick and strengthened by Conrad Colman’s involvement, marks a key step in OneSails’ continued development in offshore sailing,” said Dede De Luca, CEO of OneSails International. “This move strengthens our brand’s reputation for delivering high-performance, sustainable technology to the world’s most demanding sailors.”
“Joining the OneSails network through the Lorient loft is a natural step in my journey as a sailor and sailmaker,” added Conrad Colman. “I’ve seen firsthand the performance and durability of 4T FORTE sails in the harshest ocean conditions. I’m proud to help develop this technology further and bring it to more offshore sailors who value both performance and sustainability.”
This expansion builds upon OneSails’ already impressive offshore racing pedigree, which includes three Vendée Globe campaigns and a growing presence in major transoceanic events. It also reaffirms the brand’s commitment to innovation, particularly through its exclusive 4T FORTE™ composite sail technology – the only sail material that has successfully completed multiple non-stop round-the-world races without a single structural failure, all while being recyclable and environmentally sustainable.
The addition of the Lorient loft and its world-class team signals an exciting new chapter for OneSails and its ambitions in ocean racing.
