The Seawind 1170 has once again affirmed its position as one of the most celebrated cruising catamarans of its generation. Building on a distinguished track record of international recognition, the 1170 has now added another major accolade to its name: “Multihull Yacht of the Year 2025” at the British Yachting Awards. This latest honour continues a legacy of success that reflects the model’s enduring appeal, proven performance, and the confidence it has earned from sailors around the world.
A Recognition from the Global Sailing Community
The British Yachting Awards stands among the most reputable forms of international recognition, with winners decided through a public vote by sailors, cruisers, and multihull enthusiasts worldwide. Receiving this award with an exceptionally strong voting response highlights the Seawind 1170’s growing global resonance and its ability to meet the expectations of modern cruising sailors.
Crafted for Bluewater Cruising and Contemporary Living
Designed for those who seek freedom on open water, the Seawind 1170 blends purposeful ergonomics, light-filled interior architecture, and an efficient, beautifully balanced sail plan. The result is a catamaran that is intuitive to sail, remarkably capable offshore, and comfortably suited for extended cruising.
Every detail from the protected helm and deck layout to the intelligently arranged living spaces, reflects Seawind’s bluewater DNA, refined through decades of owner feedback and ocean-tested experience.
A Milestone in Seawind’s Ongoing Evolution
This award serves as a powerful affirmation of Seawind’s craftsmanship and the dedication of our teams in Vietnam and Turkey, built upon more than 43 years of Australian yacht-building heritage. It also celebrates the passion of the global Seawind community: owners, dealers, sailors, and partners, whose trust and feedback continue to shape every new generation of our catamarans.
The recognition of the Seawind 1170 as “Multihull Yacht of the Year 2025” reflects not only the excellence of this model, but the strength of the entire Seawind range from the ever-reliable 1160XL, to the newly launched 1270, a model already drawing significant attention for its next-generation design and bluewater promise; to the award-winning 1370 celebrated for its offshore performance; and the flagship 1600 Passagemaker, trusted by sailors undertaking true ocean crossings. Across every size and configuration, our philosophy remains consistent: purposeful ergonomics, structural integrity, and real-world capability proven over thousands of miles at sea.
Looking Ahead: Building a More Sustainable Future
As Seawind continues to evolve its range for a new era of cruisers, we remain committed to a balanced design ethos: performance without compromise, comfort without excess, and an approach to cruising that serves both adventure and everyday living at sea.
As we look ahead, Seawind is actively exploring the next generation of cleaner and more efficient propulsion solutions. Our development roadmap includes research into hybrid assisted propulsion technologies that aim to offer a quieter, lower emissions cruising experience while maintaining the real-world reliability that defines every Seawind. These initiatives represent an important step toward a more sustainable future for bluewater sailing, with the goal of enhancing performance and reducing environmental impact in a responsible and meaningful way.