• Client takes delivery of the boat from the yard
• A professional Selene skipper is employed to take care of handover where full orientation + service is completed at the Selene service centre
• When preparation is completed, the skipper and owner undertake the maiden voyage to Subic Bay, Philippines
• Independent cruising through Southeast Asia could continue to see the most beautiful cruising spots in Asia

A compelling package — part training, part shakedown cruise, part adventure!

Why Subic Bay?

Subic Bay is a strategic choice:

• It has a well‑established marine service ecosystem
• It’s a safe, protected harbour for new owners to get comfortable
• Labour and technical expertise are both strong and cost‑effective
• It’s a natural gateway to the rest of Southeast Asia

For a new Selene owner, it’s the perfect place to:

• Learn the systems on their boat
• Fix any early issues
• Get hands‑on coaching from a skipper
• Build confidence before heading out on their own

Southeast Asia as a Cruising Ground

Southeast Asia is endlessly fascinating, and every country feels like a different world:

• Philippines — thousands of islands, friendly anchorages, incredible diving
• Malaysia — easy bureaucracy, great marinas, multicultural food
• Thailand — world‑class cruising, vibrant coastal towns
• Indonesia — remote, wild, and stunningly diverse
• Vietnam & Cambodia — less developed for cruising but culturally rich

For someone with a long-range trawler like a Selene, this region is a dream. Distances are manageable, weather windows are predictable, and the cultural variety is unmatched.

Selene trawlers are built for exactly this and they can go anywhere! Their ocean‑going hulls, fuel range, and operating systems make them ideal for:

• Long passages
• Remote anchorages
• Extended self-sufficient cruising

Pair that with a guided delivery and a proper service handover, and new owners are set up for success.

Consider it. Not only a wonderful idea but an economical way to journey to New Zealand – or wherever you decide to travel to next.

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