Transporting a Boat Internationally requires a little more organization and there are some additional points to address. This not insurmountable and usually does not present too many problems. Your Flagship Specialized Shippers Boat Shipping Agent can advise you on a great deal of them.

These days’ boats are being shipped around the globe. Boats and Yachts, both powerboats and sailboats are leaving the United States at a fast pace. The economy is one of the major reasons individuals in foreign countries are purchasing boats for owners in the USA. Our dollar is loosing value quickly and the exchange rate allows purchasers in foreign lands to consider buying a boat and having it shipped internationally.

 Considerations When Shipping a Boat Internationally

• When transporting a boat internationally it has to be shipped either on its own trailer or a cradle needs to be constructed for it. There are exceptions to this as there are vessels that transport boats within their own hulls that do not require either of the above.
• Vessels that transport boats across the ocean have very few ports that they service. A great deal of the time your boat will need to be transported from its home port to the port that the international shipping company services.
• International Boat Shipping Companies work on a very tight schedule. After contracting with an international shipping agent you will have what they call a sailing date. It is very important to have your boat in that port and all the necessary arrangements made prior to this shipping date. If it needs a cradle, be sure to give the company responsible plenty of time to have it completed prior to your sailing date.
• Most Boat Transportation Companies do not like shrink wrapping boats or shipping them with shrink wrap on them. But when transporting a boat internationally across the ocean it is recommended.
• Your shipping agent will offer you additional insurance for your boat while in transit. This is a good option to exercise. Better safe than sorry.

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