Planning for Yacht Transport to Italy
Moving your motorboat abroad might be almost more of headache than you care to handle. If you’re planning to transport it all the way to Europe (Italy, for example) - you really have your work cut out for you. Be as it may, with the proper firm taking care of the transport and the proper preparations made by you, the transition can be rapid, convenient and easy. The overseas boat transport firm will handle the big picture, leaving you preparing of the motorboat. Here are some
useful points on what you can do to guarantee the best possible for your boat ocean moving to Italy.
• Have the motorboat ready at the time specified. This will allow the drivers to stay on their schedule and not have to charge you for extra time.
• Make sure you do a precise job of taking measurements of your motorboat when you inquire on your initial quote as this will ensure you get the most accurate price and will also tell the drivers what they’re handling and bring the appropriate gear.
• Inquire on important details such as do they shrink-wrap the boat, will they help with preparation or putting it back together, do they have the equipment for unloading your boat and how payment works before you’ve decided to hire the company.
• Make sure all loose items and valuables are taken away from the motorboat before it’s ready to be shipped. This includes ballasts, exterior electronics, framework, outriggers and any other valuables that may disappear or do accidental damage during transit.
• Make certain the water and fuel lines are drained as much as possible. During winter season, pumps, water systems and air conditioning systems should be drained of all moisture.
• Batteries need to be isolated with all unfastened cables secured for safety.
Any loose things left on board should be fastened down and taped.