About Rigging Projects
Born out of the desire to provide expert knowledge from decades of industry experience
Thanks to our background in technical sales in the composite rigging sector, we have exceptional connections to all major suppliers allowing us to present our clients with all the suitable options, regardless of budget or performance criteria.
We are not tied down to endorsing any one particular supplier, which means that we are able to provide informed recommendations and offer the best items for the job.
Our in-depth knowledge of sailing systems and design has led to the creation of the RP Range of Deck and Mast Hardware further complementing our knowledge base.
Meet the Team
From inception to completion, our project management, design, hardware, textile, machining and global service professionals are at hand for a seamless project experience.
Nick Black
Partner / Designer
Scott Gray
Partner / Running Rigging Specialist
Tobias Hochreutener
Partner / Consultant
Chris Whitwam
Head of RP Machining
Lisa Wright
Group Head of Finance
Miles Amin
Head of Sales
Sam Sainsbury
General Manager
Tom Gall
Head of Aftersales
Adam Kay
Textile Production Manager
Akshra Chhabra
Project Planning Assistant
Alfredo Frades
CNC Miller
Alistair Palau
CNC Machinist and H&S Coordinator
Anna Los
Administrator
Ben Clifford
Technical Aftersales Manager
Dan Dytch
Senior Rigger
Dan Thomason
CNC Turner
David Cordingley
Design Engineer
Felix Trattner
Project Manager
George Eldridge
Accounts Assistant
George Perren
Finishing
Graham Newnham
Finishing
Grzegorz Haladej
CNC Miller
Joe Porter
Head of QA and ISO90001 Implementation
Katie Charge
Project Manager
Lewis Royl
CNC Miller
Matt Hall
Project Manager
Melanie Birch
Accounts Administrator
Michal Suchenia
CNC Turner
Raymond Bernice
CNC Miller
Scarlett Harris
Project Manager
Sophie Scott
Marketing
Thomas Allen
CAD EngineerTimeline
Celebrating a decade of Rigging Projects in 2024!
2014
Rigging Projects was founded by Tobias Hochreutener, who had a vision of creating a composite rigging consultancy business that put smart ideas, trustworthy services, and high-quality products at its core. He set out to provide solutions to issues that remained common and reluctantly accepted across the industry. Applying years of diverse sailing experience and knowledge gained working for one of the worlds leading composite rigging suppliers, he launched Rigging Projects from his home office in Chichester, England.
2015
Nick Black joined Rigging Projects. As the client base grew, it was obvious that the market was crying out for alternative solutions to many sailing systems applications. A qualified Naval Architect, specialising in composite mast design and advanced Mechanical Engineering, Nick brought a wealth of experience in deck and sailing systems design, having previously managed multiple offshore race programs. Rigging Projects doubled-down on their mission to provide industry-driving rigging products and services.
2016
Scott Gray, a rigger with a wealth of experience from the Volvo Ocean Race and a lifetime of sailing, became the 3rd Partner of Rigging Projects, incorporating Textile Services into the offering. With exponential growth and plans for manufacturing, they moved from Tobias’ house and established Rigging Projects HQ office and workshop in Hamble, UK.
2020
Expansion continued! Rigging Projects established a Dutch Textiles Hub in Zaandam, Holland. Headed up by Scott, Rigging Projects BV ensured that the company would be able to offer the best possible service to our clients both in the EU and world-wide.
2023
From vision to reality with full command over product development and manufacturing. Rigging Projects Machining (RPM) commenced in-house production of RP Hardware equipment. Acquiring machine shop Seadub led to the creation and subsequent expansion of the new manufacturing division RPM. This growth triggered the relocation of the two divisions to the newly refurbished 10,000ft2 property in Totton, Southampton.
2024
Rigging Projects celebrates its 10th year! From the humble beginnings of one person with a vision, working from a tiny home office, Rigging Projects has grown exponentially. In 2024, the company has over 30 employees, 4 DAME Design Award Special Mentions, operates out of 4 locations around the world and continues to grow.