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Carbon Fibre Luxury: Paul Hackett on C-Quip’s Superyacht Innovation | Positive Waves Media
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- Jun 8, 2026
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- 298
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Summary
Carbon fibre is often associated with performance and aesthetics, but in the superyacht industry it also plays a serious role in safety, efficiency, crew handling, and intelligent design. In this episode of Positive Waves Media, host Jana Thomas speaks with Paul Hackett, Founder and Managing Director of C-Quip, about the New Zealand company’s work in carbon fibre equipment for the global superyacht sector. C-Quip specialises in lightweight, high-strength solutions including boarding equipment, pilot ladders, swimming ladders, retractable light masts, tender fenders, and custom-engineered yacht products. Paul explains how C-Quip’s marine heritage, carbon fibre expertise, aerospace and motorsport crossover, and America’s Cup experience have shaped the company’s approach to innovation. The conversation also looks at why lighter, stronger equipment matters onboard, not only for owners and guests, but for the crew responsible for deploying, moving, lifting, and managing these systems in real working conditions. Because several products are shown visually during the conversation, the YouTube version is especially useful for seeing the equipment being discussed. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/QkLMlbRJuzY Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news Guest: Paul Hackett Founder & Managing Director, C-Quip www.c-quip.com Host: Jana Thomas Positive Waves Media In this conversation: 00:00:00 Meet Paul Hackett 00:00:12 What C-Quip Builds 00:00:35 Kiwi Sailing Roots 00:01:12 Carbon Fibre Sustainability 00:01:25 Pilot Ladder Innovation 00:02:20 Engineering and America’s Cup 00:03:11 Carbon Swimming Ladder 00:03:43 Retractable Light Mast 00:04:22 Pole Fender Protection 00:05:10 Wrap Up and Benefits 🎙…