Getting Ready for Yacht Transport to Italy
January 31, 2010 by Jason58
Transporting your yacht internationally could be almost more of pain than you want to handle. If you’re preparing to transport it all the way to Europe (Italy, for example) – let’s just say it could be a challenge. However, with the reputable company managing the transport and the thorough arrangements made by you, the transfer can be rapid, expedient and easy. The international yacht shipping company will take care of most of the large details, leaving you preparation of the motorboat. Here are some
helpful points on what you can do to guarantee the best possible for your boat ocean moving to Italy.
• Have the yacht ready at the designated time. This will help the drivers to stay on their schedule and not have to charge you for additional overtime.
• Make sure you do an accurate job of taking measurements of your motorboat when you call for your initial price as this will make sure you get the most accurate quote and will also tell the drivers what they’re dealing with and provide the proper gear.
• Find out essential things such as do they shrink-wrap the boat, will they assist with preparation or putting it back together, do they need special equipment for unloading your motorboat and how payment works before you’ve decided to hire the firm.
• Make certain all unsecured items and valuables are taken away from the boat before it’s ready to be loaded. This includes ballasts, exterior lights, framework, outriggers and any other valuables that may disappear or cause damage during transit.
• Make sure the water and fuel lines are emptied as much as possible. During cold weather, pumps, water units and a\c units should be drained of all moisture.
• Batteries must be isolated with all loose cables secured for safety.
Any items left inside the boat should be tied down and taped.


Great article.I would highly recomend using YachtExports for your next moving project.They are a great company and very reliable.Go ahead and check them out!!