On 29 September 2025, Ullman Sails held the first meeting of its relaunched global Design Team. Designers and licensees from across the world joined via Zoom, representing every region from the USA and Europe to Asia, Australia, and South Africa.

The team’s purpose is to pool experience, share knowledge, and ensure consistent, high-quality sail designs across the Ullman network. The first meeting focused on introductions and setting the tone for future collaboration. Regular short meetings will now follow with the aim of building a stronger, more connected design community.

Attendees:

• Brad Stephens – Sydney, Australia
• Andrew Turner – Brisbane, Australia
• Rob Meizer – Whitsundays, Australia
• Atsushi Igarashi (represented by Kzazco) – Japan
• Lars Bo Poulsen – Denmark
• Mehmet Ali Yelkenbicer – Turkey
• Yuri Kostarev – Russia
• Álvaro García Requena – Spain
• Harry Ellens – UK
• Mike Boston – Detroit, USA
• Bruce Cooper – Newport Beach, USA
• Matthew Trautman – Cape Town, South Africa
• Jon Pegg – UK
• Lisl England – Cape Town, South Africa

This marks an exciting step in aligning design excellence with the strength of the Ullman brand worldwide.

photos Bronny Daniels