Founded by Bryan Phillips in 1968, Phillips Sails has been active in the sailmaking game for 58 years. Craig Phillips has now taken over the family business from his father, having served the majority of his decorated sailmaking career with North Sails.

Craig started sailmaking for North Sails in 1984 and has travelled extensively around the globe with various sailing projects. His current employment has him Sail Loft Coodinator for BMW Oracle Racing which he joined in 2007. After the successful Emirates Team New Zealand Challenge, Craig moved onto new challenges with the newly formed Russel Coutts team at Oracle Racing. This is Craig's 7th America's Cup in which he has been part of the forefront of sailmaking technology. Craig still enjoys the hands on approach & designs sails for his local area. He continues to sail Formula boards & has an Olympic Star Class which he enjoys sailing on Lake Macquarie.