In the world of high-performance sailing, every detail can make the difference between victory and defeat. Materials, sizing, and the coherence of the entire system are fundamental elements in ensuring top-level performance and reliability in competition. In a two-way discussion, Luigi Maffioli, Technical Director of Gottifredi Maffioli, and Raffaele Fredella,

A Record-Breaking Edition The Vendée Globe is the ultimate test for every sailor – a solo, non-stop, unassisted circumnavigation where endurance, strategy, and technology must work in perfect harmony to bring every skipper to the finish line. The 2024-2025 edition has proved to be one of the most challenging yet,

Gottifredi Maffioli has been a prominent player in the Vendée Globe for many years, as well as in other major ocean racing classes: from being the official suppliers for two editions of the Volvo Ocean Race, to holding the Jules Verne Trophy record on six occasions, and achieving victories in renowned Atlantic races such as the Transat Jacques Vabre and the Route du Rhum.

Gottifredi Maffioli, a historic Italian company and leader in the production of high-performance nautical ropes, will be present at the Genoa Boat Show 2024, Stand SS10 – Sailing World – from 19 to 24 September. The Show represents an important stage for exhibitors, with almost 120,000 visitors expected to discover

Gottifredi Maffioli, a historic Italian company and leader in the production of high-performance nautical ropes, is pleased to announce its partnership with Ogyre, an Italian start-up dedicated to the fight against marine litter, which will be presented at the Genoa International Boat Show.As part of its longstanding commitment to sustainability

It may seem like we are witnessing the extinction of traditional ropes, but textiles have not disappeared; they have actually become even more essential,” says Luigi Maffioli, technical director of Gottifredi Maffioli, a company exemplifying “Made in Italy” and “Hi-tech ropes manufacturer since 1926,” summarizing the situation of “ropes” at

The company supplied the first nylon ropes in the history of mountaineering to the expedition led by Ardito Desio Gottifredi Maffioli, the company that is today a leader in the nautical rope sector, celebrates this important milestone by proudly recalling the crucial role its innovative nylon ropes played in this

Between May and June 2024 we will be attending several key events in the sailing world, from dinghies to superyachts. Please contact us to arrange a meeting on one of the dates below. We will be happy to answer any questions or provide technical advice. J70 European Championship Cala Galera

Gottifredi Maffioli will participates in the 35th edition of Metstrade in Amsterdam from 15 to 17 November at booth 01.643.