At Peters & May, we know logistics can be complex. Our FAQ covers everything from yacht shipping and customs clearance to handling dangerous goods and worldwide freight forwarding. If your question isn’t listed here, please get in touch with our team directly.
Safety is our top priority. We employ specialized equipment and expert teams to guarantee your yacht’s security.
Before the scheduled shipping date, ensure that your yacht is properly prepared for transport. This includes securing loose items, removing personal belongings, and following any specific guidelines provided by Peters & May. Our team will guide you through the necessary preparations to ensure a smooth shipping process.
A customs bonded warehouse is a secure, customs-controlled facility where imported goods can be stored before duties and VAT are paid. Taxes are only paid when the goods are released into free circulation.
Bonded warehousing is useful for importers, exporters, distributors, manufacturers and businesses moving goods into the UK or EU from international markets.
The shipping duration can vary depending on the destination, the size of the yacht, and other factors. We’ll provide you with a timeline as part of our proposal to ensure you have a clear understanding of the process.
Yes. Goods can be imported into the EU, stored in a bonded warehouse and then released as required for onward delivery across Europe. This can reduce the need for multiple individual shipments and separate customs clearances.
Yes – however, this is subject to our approval and as such we will require technical drawings of the cradle. You will need to make your own arrangements to transport your cradle to the vessel. If you don’t have a cradle and are looking to guarantee the safe shipping of your yacht; Peters & May can assist. Our in-house technical team are experts in bespoke cradle design and maintenance, meaning we can develop a cradle tailored to the exact requirements of your yacht.
Yes. Peters & May provides customs clearance, documentation support, international freight forwarding and onward distribution alongside bonded warehousing.
Costs for transporting a yacht are based on numerous factors making it difficult to provide a reliable quote without certain information. Factors influencing pricing range from yacht dimensions and shipping destinations, to seasonality and requirements for added services such as divers, insurance and surveys. To learn more read our guide to yacht transport pricing or submit your details to speak to our experts and request a quote.