“After 8 years representing Zhik in Malta, Zach Zammit is passing the baton on to RLR Yachting. From this week RLR will be the main Zhik stockist in Malta and will be presenting a wide range of Zhik products for both dinghy and big boat sailors in the RLR chandlery in Gzira.

“This is a really exciting development” says Thomas Ripard, RLR Yachting’s Sales Manager, “we recognise the great work that Zach has done as an independent seller to establish Zhik in Malta and we are looking forward to continuing to work closely with him as we start to stock the Zhik range in store at RLR. Together we can offer the sailing community in Malta a reliable source of Zhik’s world class sailing gear.”

Zach Zammit said “I have been passionate about Zhik for many years and I’m delighted to help RLR Yachting grow the brand presence in Malta over the coming seasons. Zhik’s innovation has pushed it to become a leader in the market and fits perfectly in the atmosphere found at RLR. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for Zhik in Malta!” 

To celebrate the transition RLR Yachting and Zhik are sponsoring the Double Handed Figure of Eight Race, hosted by the Royal Malta Yacht Club which takes place this Saturday 4th December.

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About Zhik: Zhik started through the need for innovation in the dinghy sailing market post Athens Olympics 2004. After building a reputation as the industry leader in the dinghy classes, Zhik set about revolutionising yachting gear for racing sports boats and offshore yachting, which culminated in winning its first entry into the 2017-2018 Volvo Ocean Race with Dongfeng Race Team. Zhik has always innovated and is expanding on its research and development with new projects in material science likely to change many facets of performance apparel including eco-friendly alternatives for a more sustainable future. Zhik is now growing to include new technical products that will appeal in a larger set of outdoor and marine applications.

About RLR Yachting: RLR Yachting is the longest running established chandlery business in Malta. Founded as a family business in 1963 it is still family-run today and are the authorised exclusive distributors of premium marine brands for the region, including Volvo Penta, Musto, Slam, Spinlock and others. The RLR family team are always on hand to help sailors, from dinghies through to superyachts, to get the equipment and advice tailored to your sailing requirements.