Doyle sails arrives on the french riviera

Introducing our new loft in Cannes

Doyle Sails is proud to announce the opening of Doyle Sails Cannes, our newest loft on the French Riviera. Owned and operated by Johan and Dorothée Ravier, the Cannes loft will offer new sails, service and repairs to cruising and racing yachts from classic boats to the newest designs. 

Johan’s life has revolved around sailing and sailmaking. He was introduced to sailing at the age of 5, racing at 8, and began his sailmaking career with Doyle Sails at 17 through the skillset to become a floor manager.  Johan’s has sailing and racing experience is vast from racing Moth, Europe dinghies, Nitro 80, fleet racing, Longtze, SB20, IRC races, TP52, match racing and classical boats.   

Dorothée began sailmaking back in 2020 and has gained great knowledge as a sailmaker. Dorothée is a crew member of racing boats, she brings a hands-on understanding of the technical side of sailing to every project. Dorothée’s enthusiasm and warmth will make the Cannes loft a welcoming space for sailors.   

Leading the commercial side of the business is Fabrice Hudelot. Fabrice has 40 years of sailmaking experience and a full set of knowledge and experience on Superyachts and classical boats. 

Together, the team will oversee every stage of your sail, from the sail measurements, design, fabric to the delivery, and will offer you high-quality products according to your wishes and needs.    

Doyle Cannes will provide you with a high-quality service from dinghy boats to super yachts.


ABOUT DOYLE SAILS //  Doyle Sails strives to deliver success through high-performance, high-quality, custom sails that continue to redefine the boundaries of sailmaking technology and innovation; whilst connecting sailors to inspire, support and encourage sailing. 
Our obsession with sailing takes us to every corner of the world and onboard every yacht. We become part of teams, share in the adventures of friends and families, sharing our knowledge and experience with those with the same passion. Sailing is in our DNA, and we are the custodians of a legacy that has been supporting sailors for four decades and counting. 

By sailors, for sailors. 

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