Owen Clarke designed Class 40 Yacht Racer-Cruiser.

Composite Advances = Lighter Express
Following experimentation with existing materials and methods combined in a new way we have developed an even lighter laminate structure for the Express 40, this of course means even more speed!

Coming soon...
Fabricated keel performance option
Quantum Sails Pack

Sail Ventures on TV
CEO Paul Metcalf was interviewed by the BBC 2 "Working Lunch" program as part of a program on business's in Cowes and the Isle of Wight: Working Lunch

You Tube Videos
Some Build, prep and sailing images from Lenjohn and Peter preparing for their Global Race: You Tube

Another Express 40 Launches
As always see the latest pictures here: Express 40 Gallery

Full Options List
From racing/cruising to a round the world race we can supply, install and offer advice on any level of fit out of your Express 40. NKE and B&G pilot and instrument set ups available. Contact us for information.

Build Slots...
If you are considering an Express 40 for the OSTAR 2009, PGOR, TJV, TRANSAT or any of the many Class 40 races, please let us know ASAP.. Contact us for information.

Express 40 Entry in the Portimao Global Ocean Race!
Brothers Lenjohn and Peter Van der Wel have taken delivery of their Express 40 for their entry for the 2008 PGOR
Lenjohn and Peter Van der Wel

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A Class 40 yacht. Made for the Route du Rhum, the Transat Jaques Vabre, the OSTAR 2009, the Portimao Global Ocean Race . Or just enjoying the pure exhilaration of sailing fast.

The Epoxy Sandwich hulls and decks are infused in female moulds in the Isle of Wight. Open class expertise goes into their fit out. Constructed using top quality SP Systems products and with their engineering and infusion experts optimising the process.

The Express 40 is a true ocean going thoroughbred. Her epoxy sandwich racing construction makes her strong, stiff, safe and fast The Express 40 can take you offshore or inshore with grace and speed. The stability and predictable behavior that make her an ideal shorthanded race boat can also make her an excellent express cruiser - enjoyable, powerful, beautiful.

Available as a CAT 1 or CAT 0 Class 40, the Express 40 excels when it comes to sailing or racing double-handed or single-handed. Designed by Owen Clarke she benefits from the input of thousands of miles of shorthanded and solo sailing experience. We are always happy to help and advise on equipment choice and race spec.

Below, her interior is light and functional. 4 berths, head and a chart table with easy electronics access. A central island keeps you secure and able to work in the roughest weather. Our advanced composite technology means a strong lightweight structure, and of course she is Class 40 compliant to the latest rules.

Whether you want this yacht stripped out and tuned up to compete at the highest level in offshore racing or more comfortable and relaxed to race and cruise inshore, the Express 40 delivers. Specification

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....Its amazing how little sail she actually needs to get going, Most of the time we are over canvassed and don’t really notice it until you put in a reef, and the speed goes up... Express 40 owner, mid Atlantic.

...The Express 40 ... has generated massive public Interest. Elain Bunting. YBW