This Seawind 1260 was a brand-new build collected directly from the factory in Vung Tau, Vietnam, and delivered to its owner in New Zealand.
Seawind 1260 Delivery from Vietnam to New Zealand
Owners looking for a Seawind delivery skipper are often seeking experience with both the vessel and the routes commonly sailed throughout the Pacific.
Our team has extensive experience delivering cruising yachts, catamarans and performance vessels throughout the Pacific, including the Seawind range including 1260, 1370 and 1600.
Taking delivery of a new yacht straight from the builder is always a little different from relocating an established cruising vessel. This Seawind 1260 was collected from the Seawind production facility in Vung Tau before beginning its delivery voyage south to New Zealand.
The route from Vietnam to New Zealand covers a wide range of conditions and requires careful planning around seasonal weather patterns. Unlike many yacht deliveries that follow established cruising circuits, this passage involved moving a newly launched vessel from the factory to its new home waters.
Before departure, additional attention was given to commissioning checks and familiarisation with the yacht’s systems. While new boats benefit from modern equipment and fresh systems, longer delivery passages provide an opportunity to thoroughly test every aspect of the vessel under real offshore conditions.
The Seawind 1260 is one of the models that helped establish Seawind’s reputation for practical offshore cruising catamarans. The design combines good sailing performance with straightforward systems and a layout well suited to extended time aboard.
As the voyage progressed south, conditions varied considerably between tropical waters and the cooler weather encountered approaching New Zealand. Daily weather analysis and route planning remained important throughout the passage, particularly during the final stages as the yacht entered higher southern latitudes.
Arriving in New Zealand completed the delivery and handover of a brand-new Seawind 1260 to its owner. Deliveries directly from the factory provide a unique perspective on a vessel, allowing us to see the yacht from its very first offshore miles through to arrival at its intended cruising grounds.
