Aerial view of a Peters & May yacht shipping vessel at sea
Global Yacht Transport

Yacht shipping destinations

Scheduled sailings between the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Caribbean, the USA, the Gulf and Asia — and one-off sailings where no schedule goes. Tell us where your yacht is and where it needs to be.

Route finder

Where is your yacht going?

Live from our schedule

Next sailings

The next published departures across every route. Space on each sailing is limited — the earlier you ask, the more options you have.

Beyond the schedule

Not on a scheduled route?

Scheduled sailings suit most yachts. When they don't, these are the other ways we move them.

One-off sailings

For remote destinations, larger superyachts or cargo that needs a vessel to itself. We plan the routing and timing around your yacht, backed by our Loadmasters.

Liner service

Container line and Ro-Ro vessels on fixed weekly schedules to and from most major ports — including oversized and awkward cargo.

Event sailings

Sailings timed around the racing and rally calendar, so your yacht is on the start line, not still on the quay. Popular with race teams and rally entrants.

Destination guides

Where will you cruise next?

What to expect when you arrive — seasons, cruising grounds and the practicalities.

Why Peters & May

Experienced thinking for complex movements

Since 1973 we have moved yachts for owners, captains, race teams and event organisers. This is how we approach every one.

We explain the plan

Why this route, this season and this method — before you book, not after.

We name the risks

Weather windows, port restrictions, paperwork. You hear about them early, with a way round each one.

Our people at the quayside

Loadmasters and in-house surveyors oversee the lift, the lashing and the cradle at both ends.

One team, end to end

A single point of contact from the first quote to the moment your yacht is back in the water.

FAQ

Questions owners ask us

Can't see yours? Read all FAQs or ask the team.

How long does it take to ship a yacht?

It depends on the route and the season — typically one to four weeks from loading to discharge. We confirm timing for your route when you request a quote.

What documentation do I need?

Usually proof of ownership, insurance details and the export and import paperwork for the countries involved. We tell you exactly what your route needs.

Is my yacht insured during transport?

We work with specialist marine insurers and can advise on cover for the voyage. Check whether your own policy covers transport, or arrange dedicated marine transit insurance.

Can you ship superyachts and larger vessels?

Yes. Our superyacht transport service and Loadmasters handle vessels of all sizes, including float-on/float-off and one-off sailings for oversized yachts.

Do you sail to destinations that aren't on a schedule?

Yes. For remote or rarely served destinations we arrange one-off sailings around your timeline and your yacht.

Start planning

Tell us where your yacht needs to be

Send us the yacht, the ports and the dates. We will come back with the options, the timing and what to watch for.

Yacht being prepared for shipping by the Peters & May team