At the 2025 METSTRADE professional marine trade show, Wichard will unveil a preview selection of new products designed and manufactured in France, ahead of their commercial launch in 2026.
These innovations embody our unwavering commitment to combining performance, durability, and even elegance, all in service of sailors, both professional and recreational.
The Reinvented Anchor Swivel
Designed to make anchoring maneuvers smoother, the new Wichard anchor swivel establishes itself as a reliable link for both sailboats and powerboats.
Thanks to an exclusive design featuring a smart protective cover, it automatically flips the anchor into the correct position in the bow roller, even when initially misaligned. The result: safer anchoring with no jamming nor awkward repositioning.
Manufactured from 316L stainless steel, it offers outstanding corrosion resistance, long service life, and impeccable finish for smooth passage through the bow roller.
Available in three sizes, it fits most anchors on the market.
Key features:
• Self-aligning to bow roller
• 3 sizes available, for chains from 1/4’’ to 9/16’’ (6mm to 14mm)
• 316L stainless steel with high corrosion resistance
• Compatible with 90% of anchors on the market
The Moulded Stick-on Padeye
Compact, robust, and discreet, Wichard’s new moulded stick-on padeye offers a cost-effective alternative to the SoftEye 40.
Available in white or black, it integrates seamlessly with all types of boats and sailing programs, from cruising to racing.
Designed to complement the SoftEye 40, the SoftEye 45 provides exceptional versatility of use: rope retainers, lazy jacks, gear holders, safety nets, and more.
Tested and approved by multiple sailors, it impresses with its remarkable holding power and ease of installation.
Key features:
• Dimensions: injected part 45 mm / loop 20 mm
• Working load: 80 kg / Breaking load: 150 kg
• Dyneema® SK78 rope – Ø 3 mm
• Material: PA6 GF30
• 2 colors: white and black
New Speedlink trigger snap shackle
Since 2009, the Speedlink has set the benchmark for trigger snap shackles. Its new generation retains the hallmark lightness and ergonomics while introducing an innovative locking mechanism to prevent accidental opening.
Usable in On/Off mode, it can be operated easily with one hand, even during maneuvers.
Tested in real-life conditions, it delivers reliable locking performance without unintentional triggering, all while maintaining its competitive price positioning.
Key features:
• 4 standard eye models and 4 webbing eye models
• 3 models with remote-release system
• New ergonomic locking system
Large opening Friction Rings
The new large-opening friction ring expands Wichard’s range. Compact and lightweight, it now allows the simultaneous passage of multiple lines, ideal for 3D sail trimming.
Its narrow outer groove keeps the ring securely positioned and optimizes line deflection, even under high load.
Available in four models, it suits all types of sailing boats.
Key features:
• 4 models
• Optimized 3D sail trimming
• Lightweight, high-strength aluminum
New Colors for the Aquaterra Knife Range
The Aquaterra knife, a favorite among outdoor and watersports enthusiasts, gets a modern refresh.
New color palettes, co-created with the Wichard social media community and a redesigned aesthetic developed in partnership with Courant (a rope specialist and member of the Wichard Groupe) combine boldness with brand heritage.
Three inspiring color universes - Tropical, Anemona, and Atlantic - define this new generation, available as a single-blade or blade-and-corkscrew version.
Key features:
• 3 color options: Tropical, Anemona, Atlantic
• MA5 stainless steel blade
• Ultra-durable handle (-60°C to +100°C)
Following its exclusive launch in 2024 (in blue only), the Onboard bracelet officially joins the Wichard catalogue in 2025, now available in three colors: navy blue, powder pink, and bright orange.
Forged in 316L stainless steel and paired with a Made in France cord from Gauthier Fils, it embodies robustness, authenticity, and refined craftsmanship.
Key features:
• Polished 316L stainless steel snap hook
• 6 g, 25 mm
• Adjustable cord for all wrist sizes
• 3 colors: blue, pink, orange
• 100% Made in France
References 9313 (blue), 9314 (orange), 9315 (pink)