Mediterranean to Northern Europe yacht transport
Regular northbound sailings from Mediterranean ports to Northern Europe, including shipments with Briese Carriers — for refit, winter storage, a new season or racing.

Your passage north
Load and discharge options cover the major ports along the way — from Palma, Nice, Split, Lavrion, Marmaris, Malta and Gibraltar to Southampton, the ARA range, Kiel and Gdańsk. Select a port to see more.
Palma
Gateway to the Balearics and a preferred discharge point for yachts heading to Mallorca, Ibiza and Menorca.
Calls here are subject to demand. Tell us early and we will confirm whether a sailing can include it.
Peters & May local office →Sailing schedules
Upcoming northbound sailings from the Mediterranean to Northern Europe.
Local knowledge at both ends
Our Mediterranean to Northern Europe service combines local teams, central coordination and Briese-operated vessels, so your yacht arrives ready for its next chapter.
- Regular sailings from the Mediterranean to Northern Europe
- Briese-operated vessels and custom cradle systems
- Certified lifting, lashing and cradle systems
- In-house surveyors and specialist yacht-handling teams
- Customs, documentation and marine insurance support
- Planet Mark certified
From port to port
- 1
Enquiry and quote
Send us your yacht details and preferred dates for a personalised quotation.
- 2
Preparation
Our specialists coordinate loading plans, cradles and all required documentation.
- 3
Loading and voyage
Experienced Loadmasters oversee lifting and secure stowage aboard Briese vessels.
- 4
Arrival and handover
Local teams manage discharge, customs clearance and final delivery.
One Peters & May team, from the load port to the discharge port.
Speak to the team
Jesper looks after northbound clients and can answer questions about your yacht, the ports and the timing.
Jesper Jensen
Or contact one of our offices on this route:
Request your tailored yacht transport quote
Tell us about your yacht, your load port and where in Northern Europe it needs to be.
Request a quoteNorthbound questions
How often do you run northbound sailings?
We run regular northbound sailings year-round, with extra windows in line with demand and the event calendar. Ask us for current options.
Which Mediterranean ports can I load from?
Common load ports are Palma, Genoa, Nice, Split, Lavrion, Marmaris, Malta and Gibraltar. We will advise the best port for your timing, draft and yacht size.
Where can I discharge in Northern Europe?
Popular discharge ports are Southampton, Antwerp or Rotterdam, Hamburg, Kiel and Gdańsk. Other ports are available on request.
How long does shipping take?
It depends on the sailing and the port pair. We confirm your load window, sea passage and discharge timing with your quotation.
Do you help with customs and documentation?
Yes. We manage export and import paperwork and can coordinate T1s, temporary admissions and other formalities where required.
What information do you need for a quote?
Yacht type, length, beam and draft; load and discharge ports; preferred month; cradle status; and any special requirements such as mast in or out, tender or spares.
Can you move masts, tenders and spares too?
Yes. We handle associated equipment, tenders and containers, consolidating where possible to keep costs down.