Marine Import warehouse in Luvia, Finland
OFFICIAL GILL DISTRIBUTOR IN FINLAND

Gill – sailing clothing, gloves and footwear

Gill makes sailing clothing, gloves, footwear and dinghy gear for offshore, coastal and dinghy sailing. We supply Gill products to retailers, clubs and businesses directly from our warehouse in Luvia, Finland.

Business customer? Open a trade account – get wholesale prices →

Founded in England in 1975Every taped seam pressure-testedUV range rated UPF 50+Stock in Finland
GILL IN BRIEF

Sailing clothing since 1975

Nick Gill started making sailing clothing in 1975 in a corner of his father’s textile factory in Long Eaton, England. By 1980 Gill was kitting out Lionheart, Britain’s America’s Cup challenger, and in 1989 the company launched what it describes as the world’s first two-piece dinghy suit. Gill has supplied, among others, the British Olympic Sailing Team and SailGP.

Gill develops its own fabrics. Every taped seam on its waterproof garments is pressure-tested, and metal trims are tested in salt water before they are approved. The range is organised into systems by use: OS1 Ocean, OS2 Offshore, OS3 Coastal, and ZenLite and ZenTherm for dinghy sailing.

Marine Import Oy is the official Gill distributor in Finland. We keep the most common products in stock in Luvia, and stock items ship in 1–3 business days. We also deliver to business customers in the Baltics, Sweden, Denmark, Germany and Poland.

PRODUCT RANGE

Gill product groups

Our stock covers sailing suits, dinghy wetsuits, gloves, footwear and buoyancy gear. Individual models and availability are listed in our Captains Shop online store (in Finnish).

OS2 Offshore sailing suits

Jacket and trousers for offshore sailing. Designed for long passages and heavy weather.

  • Men’s and women’s models
  • Jackets and trousers
  • Several colour options
OS2 suits →

OS3 Coastal sailing suits

A lighter suit for coastal and archipelago sailing and day sailing.

  • Men’s and women’s jackets
  • Trousers also in junior sizes
  • Waterproof, breathable fabric
OS3 suits →

Dinghy wetsuits and spray tops

Neoprene suits and tops for dinghies and small boats. ZenLite is made for warm weather, ZenTherm for cold.

  • ZenLite and ZenTherm
  • Pursuit wetsuits
  • Junior sizes
Wetsuits →

Sailing gloves

Gloves for rope handling, helming and cold weather, including Gill’s patented Pro Glove.

  • Short and full finger
  • Pro, Deckhand and Championship
  • Winter and junior models
Gloves →

Footwear and socks

Sailing and dinghy boots for wet decks, plus warm socks to wear inside boots.

  • Tall sailing boots
  • Dinghy boots
  • Thermal socks
Footwear →

Tops and UV protection

Lightweight technical tops for sun protection and base layering. Fabrics in Gill’s UV range are rated UPF 50+.

  • Rash vests
  • ZenZero UV tops
  • Technical tees
Tops →

Buoyancy aids

Buoyancy aids for dinghy and small-boat sailing, for adults and juniors.

  • Pursuit buoyancy aids
  • Junior Pro Racer for juniors
  • Several colours
Buoyancy aids →
QUALITY

Tested in the lab and at sea

Gill tests its fabrics and finished products in its own lab. In the hydrostatic head test a fabric fails at the first drop that comes through. Abrasion resistance is measured with the Martindale test, and the water-repellent finish is spray-tested.

Products are also tested in real use. Gill ambassadors and sailing teams wear the gear in races and on long passages, and their feedback guides product development.

  • Every taped seam on waterproof products is pressure-tested
  • XPLORE+ is a 3-layer fabric rated to 35,000 mm hydrostatic head
  • XPLORE is a 2-layer fabric rated to 30,000 mm hydrostatic head
  • Zips, eyelets and other metal trims are tested in salt water for at least 12 hours
  • Fabrics in the UV range are rated UPF 50+
  • The OS2 Offshore jacket and salopettes are made from 98% recycled materials
FOR BUSINESSES

Open a trade account – buy Gill at wholesale prices

Sailing clubs and schools

Wetsuits, spray tops, gloves and buoyancy aids for junior coaching and courses in a single order.

Sailing teams and crews

Matching OS2 and OS3 suits for the whole crew. Send us the size breakdown and we’ll put together a quote.

Shipyards and service shops

Gloves, boots and waterproofs for staff working in the harbour and on the pontoons.

Retailers

Account-specific wholesale prices and orders through the Captains Shop B2B store or by email.

FAQ

Questions about Gill

Who is the Gill distributor in Finland?

Marine Import Oy is the official Gill distributor in Finland. Our warehouse is in Luvia, Eurajoki, and consumers can buy Gill products from our Captains Shop online store.

What is the difference between OS2 and OS3?

OS2 Offshore is made for open water and long passages where the weather can stay rough for a long time. OS3 Coastal is a lighter suit for coastal and archipelago sailing and day sailing.

Which is right for dinghy sailing, ZenLite or ZenTherm?

ZenLite is designed for warm weather and ZenTherm for cold. Early and late in the Nordic season ZenTherm is usually the better choice; in midsummer ZenLite is enough for most sailors.

Can a club or crew place a group order for Gill clothing?

Yes. Open a trade account or email us the products and size breakdown, and we will send a quote. We check availability in our own stock and, if needed, with the manufacturer.

Do you deliver Gill products outside Finland?

Yes. Besides Finland, we deliver to business customers in the Baltics, Sweden, Denmark, Germany and Poland. Request a quote and we will confirm delivery time and cost.