{"id":8947,"date":"2012-04-12T22:18:04","date_gmt":"2012-04-12T22:18:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ushipguidessd.wpengine.com\/?p=117"},"modified":"2022-03-04T04:54:23","modified_gmt":"2022-03-04T04:54:23","slug":"how-to-ship-your-boat-internationally","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ushipguidessd.wpengine.com\/how-to-ship-your-boat-internationally\/","title":{"rendered":"International Boat Transport"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you can\u2019t sail your boat overseas, you may need it to meet you where you\u2019re going. When planning to ship your boat internationally, there are a couple different options to explore:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Roll-on\/Roll-off: Also called \u201cRO\/RO,\u201d your boat stays on a trailer (either your own or the carrier\u2019s) for the entire trip. This is the most common option in international boat shipping. To reduce the overall height and volume of your boat remember to remove or lower booms, antennas, and radar towers. This will greatly reduce costs as the shipping companies will usually measure the overall height, including the trailer.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Enclosed Container: Most large shipping vessels carry these containers. You may want to choose this option if your boat fits within the standard dimensions (40\u2019 long, 7\u201910\u201d high, 7\u20198\u201d wide). Containerized services are usually much less expensive than RO\/RO, but the height requirement includes any trailer height as well. Make sure to ask carriers about different container options available.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Flat Rack: Typically used for over-sized boats. A boat is shipped in its own custom cradle, strapped into the flat rack, and secured to the vessel. It is highly recommended that items such as arches or the bridge be removed and safely secured. By removing bulking items you can save hundreds of dollars on your freight.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Submersion: Your boat is loaded and unloaded directly from the water.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whenever shipping anything overseas, make sure to prepare any legal and customs documents ahead of time. A good place to start would be with the foreign embassies or consulates in the country to which you are transporting your boat for more information about proper documentation. By investigating and following the correct registration procedures you will save yourself from undue stress, wasted time and any potential hazards.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-international-boat-transport-preparations\"><b>International Boat Transport Preparations<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Winterizing your boat before shipping is highly recommended. Failure to do so can result in ruined engines and interior damage. Shrink wrapping is an option that is highly valued for keeping your boat clean and safe, and can also provide an additional level of safety while your boat is in transit. It is also a good idea to ship your valuable electronic components separately so they do not get lost during shipping.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As always, make sure you are comfortable with your shipper. Don\u2019t be afraid to ask questions about transporting your boat or asking for advice on how to best ship your boat internationally. Most carriers have decades of experience and can guide you to the cheapest, safest way to ship your boat overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Content updated March 26, 2019<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you can\u2019t sail your boat overseas, you may need it to meet you where you\u2019re going. When planning to ship your boat internationally, there are a couple different options to explore: Roll-on\/Roll-off: Also called \u201cRO\/RO,\u201d your boat stays on a trailer (either your own or the carrier\u2019s) for the entire trip. 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