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North Sails Ireland Launches Certified Service For 2026 Season

17th March 2026
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Loft life: North Sails technicians inspect a racing sail on the loft floor, carrying out certified service checks to maintain shape, durability and peak performance ahead of the 2026 sailing season

Sails are a major investment, and North Certified Service experts are committed to helping you maximise their performance and lifespan.

Our global network of service lofts puts North Sails service and support within easy reach no matter where you are.

Every sail serviced in a North loft undergoes a thorough inspection to identify maintenance issues early, so they do not become major problems later on. Find your closest loft and get in touch today.

NORTH SAILS CERTIFIED SERVICE REGATTA REPAIR

North Sails Certified Service Experts will repair your sails overnight. Our Service van is on-site at select events, offering regatta venue pick-up and drop-off. Tears happen, but they shouldn’t leave you without a key piece of race inventory.

Precision prep: North Sails Ireland sailmakers measure and repair sail panels, delivering expert certified service to extend lifespan and ensure reliable performance for Irish racing and cruising fleetsPrecision prep: North Sails Ireland sailmakers measure and repair sail panels, delivering expert certified service to extend lifespan and ensure reliable performance for Irish racing and cruising fleets

NORTH SAILS CERTIFIED SERVICE ANNUAL INSPECTION

An annual inspection of your inventory will aid in extending sail life and maintaining peak performance. Every sail that is serviced by North undergoes a thorough inspection designed to identify maintenance issues early, so they do not become major problems later on. North Sails

NORTH SAILS CERTIFIED SERVICE ONE YEAR FREE SAIL CARE

North Sails proudly offers one year of sail care and repair free with the purchase of a new Cruising, Racing, or One Design sail. This program is honoured anywhere in our worldwide network of sales and service locations.

WHAT TO EXPECT?

With the most experienced team in sailmaking, North Sails is positioned to deliver expert repairs, maintenance, and upgrades promptly. We wrote the North Manufacturing Blue Book, the industry benchmark for quality control, and we adhere to its strict standards for every sail that’s repaired in a North loft. Whether you need an emergency repair or annual washing and storage, our North Certified Service team will keep your sails looking their best.

Detail check: North Sails Ireland team examines sail seams and reinforcements during certified inspection, identifying wear early to prevent failure and maintain competitive performance on the waterDetail check: North Sails Ireland team examines sail seams and reinforcements during certified inspection, identifying wear early to prevent failure and maintain competitive performance on the water

BLUE BOOK STANDARDS

The Blue Book is the most comprehensive documentation of sail construction standards ever written. Our manufacturing and service sites around the globe depend on the Blue Book to build and repair a consistently excellent product. It is our clients’ guarantee of superior quality, durability, and performance in every North sail. North Sails

LOCAL LOFTS, GLOBAL SUPPORT

Your local service team is ready to provide you with our signature Certified Service. Get in touch with your local team today to schedule an appointment. You can drop off your sails at any North Sails loft or ship directly to us. Thanks for helping us help you keep your sails in top condition!

SAIL CARE TIPS - TIME FOR A TUNE UP?

During our comprehensive inspection, the North Sails team will also check if any adjustments could help your sail perform its best. Regardless of what your sail needs, we've got you covered. Your local loft will keep your sails looking best all season long. Get in touch for a pre-season race upgrade or before you dock off for your next cruising adventure.

Please contact your local experts here in Ireland for more details.

Nigel Young, Maurice O'Connell and Shane Hughes

Published in North Sails Ireland

North Sails Ireland

LOFT INFO

Cork

Cois Chuain
O'Regan's Field
Myrtleville, Cork P43 V997
 353 0212061769

SPECIALITIES

Bend on / Bend off, Canvas, Certified Service, Sail Hardware Upgrades, Sail Inspection / Evaluation, Sail Measurement, Sail Repair, Sail Storage, Sail Washing

HOURS

Weekdays

09:00 – 17:30

Wicklow

The Boatyard
Sea Road, Newcastle Wicklow
Leinster A63DT26 Ireland
0838103539

SPECIALITIES

Certified Service, Sail Repair

Hours

Weekdays

08:30 – 17:30

NORTH SAILS EXPERTS

Nigel Young

Loft Manager, One Design Expert
[email protected]

Shane Hughes

One Design Expert, Sales Person
[email protected]

Maurice O’Connell

One Design Expert, Sales Person
[email protected]

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North Sails Ireland is operated by Loft Manager and One Design Expert Nigel Young at his Cork Harbour base at Myrtleville. The company specialities include Bend on / Bend off, Canvas, Certified Service, Sail Hardware Upgrades, Sail Inspection / Evaluation, Sail Measurement, Sail Repair, Sail Storage and Sail Washing. Working with Nigel are Maurice O'Connell, Shane Hughes and Richard Marshall.