Southampton, UK, Tuesday 22nd October: Bainbridge International is delighted to announce it has today completed the acquisition of operating assets of Ocean Rodeo from Aluula Composites Inc. Ocean Rodeo is one of the great innovating companies in the kite & wing sport markets, patenting several breakthrough products as well as being the launch brand for ALUULA Composites, a high-performance ultra-light composite fabric that revolutionized leading edge technology in inflatable wings and kites.
While the change of ownership is announced today, the 2025 product range is being readied for production and a projected date of March 2025 is targeted for availability for customers. The existing Ocean Rodeo designs have been completed under the supervision of Ross Harrington who served as the brands chief designer for over 20 years prior continuing his work with ALUULA, supporting the design efforts of their windsports customers. Ross will continue to support Bainbridge during the transition period ahead of the relaunch in 2025.
Bainbridge International, based near Southampton in the UK will provide the commercial & customer support services alongside its other marine activities, which includes being one of the world's leading sailcloth and technical fabrics company's.
David Mead will manage Ocean Rodeo, the culmination of a 30-year career which has seen him strategize and co-lead the North Kiteboard business, lead the Neil Pryde windsurfing brand and run the Pryde Group Manufacturing facility in China.
Commenting on the transaction, Sage Berryman, CEO & President of ALUULA said:
"It gives us great pleasure to see the Ocean Rodeo brand in such capable hands for the future. As the launch brand for ALUULA, Ocean Rodeo is an important part of our history, and we look forward to continuing to work with David and the rest of his team as a customer of ALUULA.”
David Mead said,“The opportunity to work with great brands doesn't come along very often and to be able to be an owner of a brand like Ocean Rodeo, which has literally changed the face of the sport, is a great honour. I'm looking forward to working with the team at Bainbridge to bring great product to all existing brand fans and hopefully some new ones too. We've got a lot of work to do to be ready for spring 2025 but I'm excited and motivated about the opportunity ahead and I can't wait to connect with Ocean Rodeo devotees around the world.”
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About Bainbridge International Limited.
A winning background. A flexible approach.
Since 1917, inspired thinking and good commercial ideas have been the driving force behind the company’s success. At Bainbridge International we take customer enquiries very seriously and endeavour to find solutions to their individual needs. Leading the way in the development of the sailcloth industry has stood us in good stead which in turn keeps us at the forefront of market trends. Bainbridge International is always looking to the future for new innovations and solutions.
The application of innovation.
At Bainbridge we have an extensive knowledge of the design and performance of technical fabrics and laminates. This, coupled with our ongoing commitment to technical development, enables us to develop sophisticated industrial fabrics and products for a wide range of applications.
All our materials, regardless of their end use, are subjected to our rigorous testing programme. Only then can we maintain the quality standards for which we are world-renowned.
Specialised solutions for specialist markets.
Delivering specialised solutions to niche markets around the world demands an in-depth understanding of each market involved. That's why at Bainbridge International we work closely in partnership with our clients to gain a real understanding of their business and to identify their precise requirements.
Global thinking. Worldwide resources.
Through our international offices in Europe, the USA and Australia, and our network of long-established distributors, we serve customers in over 75 countries around the world.
Your partner for the future.
With over 80 years' experience in producing textiles and allied accessories, we have all your material needs covered. We can draw on our excellent technical knowledge of various markets and apply that knowledge to the most complex and diverse situations. Whether we are helping to solve a problem or exploiting an opportunity to add value to a product, we will work closely alongside you to provide a solution specifically tailored to your needs. In short we will do everything we can to build valuable long-term business partnerships.
About ALUULA Composites
ALUULA is an ultra-light, high performance and recycle-ready composite materials brand that enhances the performance of outdoor gear. Proudly owned and manufactured on the Canadian west coast, ALUULA’s innovation is driven by a deep understanding that equipment does not need to sacrifice performance for sustainability. ALUULA's materials are known for their unique construction capabilities and their ability to make products lighter, stronger, and more sustainable.
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