Strong sales and renewed customer confidence drove Seawind’s best Annapolis Sailboat Show since the Covid-19 pandemic

Vietnam-based Seawind Catamarans reports that it has concluded its most successful Annapolis Sailboat Show since the pandemic, achieving outstanding sales results and exceptional customer engagement at America’s largest in-water sailboat show, held October 15-18, 2026.

“The renewed consumer confidence and excitement over Seawind’s new model lineup signify a strengthening market and strong interest in the blue water capable cruising catamaran space,” Seawind says. “With the Seawind 1160XL, 1170 and 1370 on display, the Australian catamaran builder attracted strong interest from experienced sailors, prospective owners and cruising enthusiasts across North America.”

According to Seawind, new orders across the range reflect growing confidence in the brand’s proven designs, offshore capability, and commitment to practical innovation. The results were particularly notable given a challenging recreational boating market, demonstrating Seawind’s ability to convert strong customer interest into new ownership commitments.

The new Seawind 1160XL made its Annapolis appearance following its US boat show debut at Newport in September. Featuring a new hull shape, an elevated bridge deck, and powerful reverse bows, the model has already been nominated for the 2027 Cruising World Boat of the Year and SAIL Magazine’s Top 10 Best Boats, continuing the award-winning heritage of its predecessor.

Interest at Annapolis also extended to the Seawind 1170, 1270 and 1370 models, with new orders reflecting a wide range of cruising ambitions – from coastal adventures to extended offshore passages and full-time life aboard. Corsair Marine, the company’s trimaran brand, also contributed to the group’s commercial success with a new trimaran order, reinforcing continued demand for performance-oriented multihulls.

Beyond its commercial achievements, Annapolis gave Seawind an opportunity to strengthen ties with its expanding North American sailing community. A special owners’ evening on October 16 brought together owners, prospective customers, dealers and the Seawind team to share experiences, celebrate sailing adventures and connect with fellow enthusiasts – reflecting an international community built not only around Seawind’s catamarans, but around a shared passion for sailing.

The strong Annapolis showing comes as Seawind prepares to celebrate its 45th anniversary in 2027. Founded in Australia in 1982, the company has built its reputation on genuine sailing performance, practical innovation, and proven offshore capability. Anniversary celebrations will include four major Seawind Owners Regattas in Turkey, Thailand, the United States and Australia, bringing the global Seawind community together.

The year ahead will also see the planned US debut of the new Seawind 1270 at the Miami International Boat Show in February 2027. With strong Annapolis results, growing international recognition and an expanding worldwide owner community, Seawind enters its 45th anniversary year with strong momentum and confidence in the future.

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