Continuously pushing the boundaries of what’s possible to deliver customized synthetic solutions that are stronger than steel, safer by design, and over 80% lighter than steel rope.
Reimagine
What's Possible
Accelerating Innovation
As the largest rope manufacturer in the world, we’re growing, expanding our extensive portfolio, and accelerating innovation to create a safer, more secure, and sustainable way to work.
Our 30+ years of continuous innovation is fueled by deep technical expertise; delivering customized high-performance synthetic solutions that help solve the most complex challenges across diverse markets.
Engineered to Empower
PUSHING BOUNDARIES
At Cortland International, advanced engineering excellence, state-of-the-art machinery, and superior quality raw materials come together to deliver technically advanced synthetic solutions designed for the way you work.
Our unrivaled manufacturing capabilities—including the world’s largest 12-Strand braider and the ability to produce at a wide scale—paired with our deep engineering expertise enable us to deliver solutions tailored to meet the highest demands across virtually every industry.
MAKING THE IMPOSSIBLE POSSIBLE
Our unparalleled expertise ignites opportunities to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Our solutioneers share their knowledge, experience, and industry expertise across diverse industries. Passionate problem-solvers, we thrive on defining breakthrough solutions that exceed expectations.
Consummate collaborators, we are infinitely curious, continuously identifying new ways to transform ideas into reality, creating a safer, more sustainable world today, and for generations to come.
DRIVING BUSINESS RESULTS
Cortland International is committed to delivering superior quality products that make it easier to work, increase productivity and enhance safety for personnel and products.
We contribute to efficiency in global supply chains, reduce loss risk to meet end user commitments and lower total cost of ownership.
We offer competitive pricing, reliability, exceptional value, and superior before, during and after-sales service and technical support when and where it’s needed, worldwide.
PEOPLE-CENTRIC
Caring for our customers, our co-workers, our community, and our environment are core principles of our business. We build lasting relationships based on trust and long-term cooperation.
Performance-driven, we are stewards of business results for Cortland International and for our customers.
We’re focused on safety, protecting our customer’s human capital, transforming the way people work and ensuring they are future ready.
Leading
The Way
Cortland International brings together industry leaders with decades of experience delivering superior quality synthetic rope products and customized solutions that provide unparalleled value for our customers.
A recognized industry-leader, with deep technical expertise, Cortland has been defining customized synthetic solutions for more than 30 years, that are stronger than steel, last longer, are safer by design and over 80% lighter than steel rope.
Decades of experience in customer-centric product development, Tufropes has one of the largest vertically integrated manufacturing facilities in the world with the capacity of 70,000 MT p.a. across 7 facilities and over 35,000 SKUs, delivered in 70+ countries.
More Than Rope
Inspired solutioneers, we are meeting the needs of diverse industries, connecting people with innovative, future ready products and solutions that make work, play and everyday life easier and safer.
Aerospace & Defense
We’ve pioneered the shift from steel wire ropes to synthetic solutions in the aerospace and defense industry. Industry leaders like NASA, Blue Origin, and SpaceX, rely on our high-tensile strength ropes for mission critical performance, safety, and efficiency for aerial operations, lifts, deployment, recovery and more.
Marine & Shipping
Every marine application has unique requirements: environmental conditions, your mechanical systems, hardware, performance demands, and more. With decades of experience in all aspects of the commercial marine industry, our teams will work to understand your unique situation and define innovative solutions that meet the most demanding requirements.
Offshore Energy
From lifting slings to winch lines, fiber friendly hardware to blade handling slings, to solutions designed to survive the extraordinary demands of ocean depths, our offshore energy solutions are designed to withstand the most demanding environments.
Industrial & Safety
Get ready to revolutionize heavy lifting. Our high-tensile strength ropes offer exceptional durability and safety for demanding applications, such as construction and safety measures, reducing crane restrictions and ensuring surface protection, making them the “go-to” choice for industrial and safety applications worldwide.
Fishing & Aquaculture
Our synthetic ropes and netting solutions meet the Fishing & Aquaculture industry’s specific needs for durability, strength, and sustainability. From netting with exceptional floatability to mooring lines known for low stretch and enduring strength, our solutions are tailored to meet and exceed industry standards.
Sports & Recreation
Our ropes and netting solutions are tailored for the Sports and Recreation industry, prioritizing high-tensile toughness and durability. With a strong track record in supporting renowned stadiums and sports centers, Cortland International stands as a trusted name in the sector, delivering functionally superior and customizable solutions.
Marine & Shipping
We’ve pioneered the shift from steel wire ropes to synthetic solutions in the aerospace and defense industry. Industry leaders like NASA, Blue Origin, and SpaceX, rely on our high-tensile strength ropes for mission critical performance, safety, and efficiency for aerial operations, lifts, deployment, recovery and more.
Global Impact
Our growing global footprint strategically positions us to serve customers in over 70 countries.
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Cortland International’s brands operate the world’s largest synthetic rope manufacturing organization with capacity to produce over 70,000 metric tons of rope and netting solutions per year.
Our direct sales and distribution networks enable us to serve customers in several industries throughout Europe, Asia, the Americas and Australasia.
ANACORTES, WA: MARCH 26, 2024
CORTLAND INTERNATIONAL STRENGTHENS LEADERSHIP TEAM WITH CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER APPOINTMENT.
March 26, 2024, Anacortes, Washington –
Cortland International is pleased to announce the appointment of Kris Volpenhein to the role of Chief Technical Officer. In this role, Kris will lead the R&D and global Engineering teams in India and the US and develop and execute the Cortland International Technology Roadmap for products, services, applications, and sustainability.
ANACORTES, WA: FEBRUARY 26, 2024
CORTLAND INTERNATIONAL TO LICENSE APPLIED FIBER’S TERMINATION TECHNOLOGY AND PROCESSES
February 26, 2024, Anacortes, Washington – Cortland International is excited
to announce that they are entering into a partnership with Applied Fiber of Havana Florida, to license their proprietary synthetic termination technology and processes in conjunction with Applied Fiber’s standard industrial business model.
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