Vessel Handover After a Yacht Delivery | What Owners Can Expect
A professional yacht delivery doesn’t end when the vessel arrives. Learn what owners can expect during the final handover process, including delivery reports, vessel walkthroughs and post-passage observations.
Realistic Yacht Delivery Estimates | Why Arrival Dates Can Change
How long will a yacht delivery take? The honest answer depends on weather, sea conditions and the vessel itself. Learn why professional yacht delivery estimates are based on experience, planning and safety rather than unrealistic arrival promises.
Fountaine Pajot Saona 47 – Offshore Delivery Perspective
Fountaine Pajot Saona 47 Delivery from Tahiti to Opua, New Zealand Delivering a Fountaine Pajot Saona 47 from Tahiti to Opua, New Zealand is a classic South Pacific offshore passage that combines extended trade-wind sailing with a demanding final leg into New Zealand waters. It is a route regularly undertaken by cruising catamarans, but one […]
A Guide to Vetting and Choosing a Professional Yacht Delivery Skipper in New Zealand
Choosing the right yacht delivery skipper in New Zealand is essential for ensuring your vessel’s safety, especially on offshore routes from Auckland or Whangarei to the Pacific. A professional skipper provides structured inquiries, transparent estimates, and a proven delivery history—unlike part-time sailors who lack consistency and offshore experience. Always verify experience, vessel-specific knowledge, and documented passage history to protect your asset and ensure a safe, stress-free delivery.
Crew Safety: Vetting a Skipper for a Yacht Delivery
But before you step aboard a stranger’s boat, a crucial question must be asked: how safe is it to join an unknown skipper for a delivery?
A Guide to Vetting and Choosing a Professional Yacht Delivery Skipper in New Zealand
Entrusting your valuable vessel to someone for a long-distance passage is one of the biggest decisions a yacht owner can make. In a bustling marine hub like Auckland, there’s no shortage of people offering to move your boat. But how do you separate a dedicated professional from a part-time skipper?
Yacht Delivery – Whats the process?
A yacht delivery can seem complex, but with the right team, it’s a seamless, stress-free process. From the moment you send your first inquiry to the day your vessel is safely berthed at its new home, we handle every detail with expert care. We don’t just move boats; we provide peace of mind.
Delivering the Pacific 62
The challenge: deliver a brand new Pacific 62 from New Zealand to Australia. The catch? The Coral Sea in August. Our mission quickly became an adventure of a lifetime when a rogue low-pressure system forced us to change course, taking us on a wild ride toward Lord Howe Island.
Power Boat Delivery Prep
Yacht Delivery Solutions | Pre-Passage Maintenance Infographic The Journey to New Caledonia A flawless passage isn’t just about the weather—it’s about the vessel. Discover the critical maintenance checks for your power boat’s voyage from New Zealand. Passage Distance ~1,000 Nautical Miles A serious open-ocean voyage requiring peak vessel performance and reliability, crossing the Tasman and […]
A Dedicated Yacht Delivery Skipper is Your Best Bet in NZ
You need your yacht delivered in NZ or the South Pacific? Don’t trust just anyone. Learn why a dedicated, professional yacht delivery skipper, focused solely on moving your boat safely and efficiently, is crucial. Avoid part-timers and secure peace of mind for your valuable vessel.