Andrew Scott, Quantum Sails’ longtime chief operating officer, has been appointed president of the company, effective January 1 2026.
Ed Reynolds, president of Quantum Sails since 2007, is moving into semi-retirement and has stepped down from his role.
Reynolds has been associated with Quantum Sails since 1996. He has been part of winning sailboat racing crews across the globe and is widely recognised as an innovative leader in the sailmaking industry and a leading figure on the sport of sailboat racing.
“I’m so proud of the way we started Quantum and the way it has been managed for the past 30 years,” said Reynolds.
“When we started the company, we wanted to be completely different from the other businesses serving the marine industry.
I’m so proud of the way we started Quantum and the way it has been managed for the past 30 years.
Ed Reynolds
“We knew sailing as a sport and the business of sailmaking were ripe for innovation and new technology and we built the structure of the company on this foundation.
“But at the same time, we didn’t ever want to put what we were doing behind the scenes with innovation and technology ahead of customer experience. We built the company to make the process of buying and using sails more fun, easier, and with better outcomes for our customers and the people who sailed with them. This ethos continues to this day.”
Reynolds will continue his association with Quantum Sails with a specific focus on Quantum’s ongoing support of its customers in grand prix racing classes.
Sailmaking innovations
Quantum’s new president, Andrew Scott, began working for his father’s sail loft as a boy, joining Quantum in 2009 as vice president of operations and quality control.
As Quantum’s chief operating officer, Scott has been involved in all aspects of the business.
“The Quantum brand has always stood for leadership in innovation and collaboration. This is a reputation we will continue to live up to,” he said.
“Quantum has a great team in place, well-established design, production and support capabilities, and a pipeline of sailmaking innovations scheduled to be released in the coming months.
Largest revenue year
“Quantum is well-positioned going forward and look forward to serving our current customers and partners as we invest to grow the business.”
Sam Watson, chief executive officer, North Technology Group, added: “Quantum Sails is an important part of the North Technology Group’s family of companies. Quantum had the largest revenue year in its history in 2025.
“Given his experience and track record, Andrew Scott is the clear choice to lead Quantum forward.”
Quantum Sails was founded in 1996 and has a global network of more than 70 lofts. The company is part of the North Technology Group.
