International and Domestic Yacht Shipping

Gulf Express has carved a name for itself as a trusted, innovative service provider of international and domestic yacht shipping. Whether moving a mega-ton yacht, a sexy race boat, or a one-of-a-kind custom-built vessel, we have the necessary skills, equipment, and worldwide connections to ensure a comprehensive, cost effective, and worry-free yacht shipping venture.

Our Services include:

• Prompt and clear communication
• Excellent customer service
• Shipping services by land as well as by water
• Custom built boat shipping cradles
• Document preparation & Customs validation
• Varied insurance packages to meet your requirements
• Yacht Management Services
• Voyage preparation
• Storage and Marina Services
• All available Yacht Transport Methods for every contingency
• Top-of-the-line equipment

• Custom Built Boat Shipping Cradles

Gulf Express International, Inc.

1810 Garfield Street

Hollywood FL  33020

ph: 954-589-0170

fax: 954-589-2855

http://www.gulfexpressintl.com/

Yacht Shipping Services

Yacht Shippers Services

Yacht Shippers

Yacht Shippers is a service that is provided by Gulf Express. We use several different methods when it comes to shipping a yacht anywhere in the world. We have several options for the consumer to choose from.

Our Yacht Services Include:

• Float-on float-off
• Lift-on lift off
• Roll-on Roll off
• Deck Cargo
• Inland Yacht Transportation
• Containerized Yacht Shippers Services
• Yacht Shippers Cradles

These are just a few of our options available for our consumers requiring expert shipping services. We want our customers to have the option to choose whichever method they feel is best. We will also recommend the method that we feel would be best from our expertise, but you the customer have the final say.

Our main goal is to provide you with remarkable services incomparable to anywhere else. We specialize in yacht shipping around the world guaranteeing that your yacht/boat is safe and secured with us.

 



We offer an extensive wide-range list of services which include but are not limited to:
 
•    Competitive pricing
•    Inland transportation for Yachts and boats
•    Waterside removals
•    Complete ocean freight services (see Methods page)
•    Custom built shipping cradles
•    Winterization and shrink-wrap service
•    Survey Condition Reports
•    Cranes and special lifts
•    A flexible timetable and sailing
•    En-route updates
•    Marine Insurance services
•    Customs validation
•    Escrow Services
•    CE Certification and Marking

We can make arrangements for a waterside removal; have your boat picked up from the Marina, Dealership or from any location within the U.S. and deliver to the port of departure.




Gulf Express International, Inc.

1810 Garfield Street

Hollywood FL  33020

ph: 954-589-0170

fax: 954-589-2855

Skype: gulfexpress

http://www.gulfexpressintl.com/



International Yacht Shipping Services

International Yacht Shipping

International yacht shipping was developed for those of us who understand that boundaries are mere suggestions and that the world is meant to be seen and experienced. Whether you're looking forward to joining the boat race in Australia, sailing the warm waters of the Mediterranean, participating in the LA boat show, or being awed by the wonders of Alaskan icebergs, we've have a solution for you.. So the question is: Are you going to rack your brain with the many complications of international yacht shipping or are you going to make one simple phone call, sit back, and let us smoothly and efficiently ship your yacht to your desired destination?
After a quarter of a century, not only do we understand every aspect and requirement of international yacht shipping, but we've also personally experienced every step and know every necessary contact by name. Our unparalleled network offers you comprehensive services in worldwide locations, using all available yacht transport methods and technologies, to provide the unique service package tailored to your desired venture.

To see our competitive international yacht shipping rates, ask for a free quote today.

Gulf Express International, Inc.

1810 Garfield Street

Hollywood FL  33020

ph: 954-589-0170

fax: 954-589-2855

Skype: gulfexpress

http://www.gulfexpressintl.com/

Transporting Your Yacht

How to Prepare Your Boat for Transport

Using a yacht carrier to transport your vessel to your next vacation destination is a great way to save it from wear and tear and give your crew a vacation of their own.  We’re committed to offering each customer reliable and hassle-free yacht transportation. If you’ve never utilized this service before, there are a few things you need to know in order to properly prepare your boat for transport.

Important Tips when Preparing Your Boat for Transport

• Tip #1: When preparing your boat for transport, it’s important to secure everything. No matter how far your boat is traveling, you should secure it as if it were crossing an ocean. Secure anything that extends beyond the hull and anything loose that could cause damage during the voyage. Secure hatches with tape to avoid leaks and possible water damage and latch all cabin windows. Also remember to tape interior cabinet doors shut, securely close the cabin doors and lock all exterior doors.
• Tip #2: Make sure the boat transportation company offers marine insurance that will adequately protect your vessel if anything should go wrong.
• Tip #3: Inform the yacht transportation company of your vessel’s specs in advance. Make sure your measurements are accurate, because they are allocating space for your boat according to the information you give them. Keep in mind, they want to know your boat’s actual weight – not its Tonnage. If you’re not sure where to find this information, look in your boat’s stability book for Displacement.
• Tip #4: Inspect your boat for damages and take pictures to document any that already exist. Also, if you dismantle any parts to fit size requirements or prevent them from getting damaged, be sure to take pictures of their location and set-up.
• Tip #5: Remove all personal items from the cabin and store any breakables in a safe place. Your boat may be traveling on another boat, but it’s still going to experience the force of the ocean. Don’t forget to remove any prohibited items from your vessel’s lockers, especially if you’re going to be passing through customs.
• Tip #6: Protect the outside of your yacht form soot, salt, etc. with shrink wrap. If your vessel is too large to cover completely, just stick to the most vulnerable areas such as teak and non-skid surfaces. Also cover all stainless steel and chrome fittings or apply an insulator wax to this exposed metal. If possible, remove and store the windshields.
• Tip #7: Deliver your ship as light as possible. Empty all fuel and water tanks as much as possible, however, keep enough on board to get to and from the transport ship. Remove anchors from the deck, remove drain plugs from the hull and make sure there is no water in the bilge. You may also want to flush and sanitize your tanks with a chlorine bleach solution.
• Tip #8: Power down everything, unplug your batteries and store your cables to prevent any contact. You don’t want dead batteries when your vessel is offloaded at your destination.
• Tip #9: Bring your original registry and boat keys on the date of your trip. Also, make sure you have all necessary customs paperwork if you’re going on an international voyage.

If you’re transporting a sailing yacht: Remove sails or protect them with covers. All boats need to fit height requirements.

If your voyage is during winter months: Weatherize the engine and drain air conditioning unit.

If you’re preparing a wooden boat for transport: Use linseed oil to help prevent the wood from drying out.

There are several important steps you need to take to ensure smooth sailing for your vessel. However, once you do the preliminary work you are free to sit back, relax and rest assured knowing that your yacht is in good hands.

Gulf Express International, Inc.

1810 Garfield Street

Hollywood FL  33020

ph: 954-589-0170

skype: gulfexpress

info@gulfexpressintl.com

www.gulfexpressintl.com

2012 Dubai Boat Show

Thousands of visitors attended the first day of the show, where 430 yachts and boats are on parade, at the Dubai Marine Sports Club. Gulf Express was in attendance again this year with our agents meeting with some of the largest boat builders around the world. The show features over 20 superyachts, 33 regional launches and 9 global premieres from some of the most prestigious names in the boating industry.

This year, the largest and most successful event of its kind in the Middle East will see exhibitors from new countries such as Austria, Cyprus, Egypt, Hong Kong, Madagascar, Poland, and Tunisia.

Over the last two decades, the Dubai International Boat Show has served as a key business driver for the marine sector boosting the regional industry. The impressive evolution and growth of the show from an event focused on the UAE boating market to the leading maritime industry event in the Middle East and one of the most lucrative in the international arena, supports the ideal platform that Dubai offers for global trade and business opportunities,” Almarri added.

Among those taking centre stage this year are Gulf Craft, a leading UAE-based manufacturer, unveiling a 135 foot superyacht at the show this year, and Sunseeker launching 63 and 65 foot yachts; Samawy Marine which launched the Samawy Marine 44 and Koot Yachts who launched the Koot 54, among others.

This year the Dubai International Boat Show hosts a record number of 11 Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss) members, the most respected and exclusive superyacht association globally. Among the prized names, Abeking & Rasmussen, AMELS, Benetti, CRN, Feadship, Fincantieri, Heesen Yachts, Lurssen, Oceanco, San Lorenzo, and Trinity Yachts, will showcase their latest yacht models and designs in the dedicated SYBAss Pavillion.

186 new exhibitors join Dubai International Boat Show stalwarts, including Al Shaali, Aquaspeed, ART Marine, Azimut, Cummins, Emirates Boats, Gulf Craft –celebrating their30th anniversary - Heinen & Hopman, Princess Yachts, Sunseeker, and Westport.

Saeed Hareb, Senior Advisor, Dubai International Boat Show said: “Dubai is increasingly becoming a top destination for the leisure marine community and the Dubai International Boat Show plays a leading role in that success. The number of launches and international exhibitors supports testament to that and we look forward to welcoming the tens of thousands of visitors and new boating enthusiasts that make this such a special event”.

Other key segments of the show include the Marina Display Area, comprising of the largest on-water display in the Middle East; the Luxury Supplies & Services housing the finest luxury boat builders from around the world; and Equipment Supplies & Services, an indoor area filled with exhibitors specialising in products essential to the supply and servicing of the leisure marine industry.

Following last year’s success, 2012 will see the return of the hugely popular Supercar Promenade where visitors will be able to get behind the wheel of some of the world’s fastest and most expensive cars – such as Bentley Continental Series 51, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, and Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coup? – all of which can be purchased at the show and driven off the site. Visitors can also enjoy the exclusive opportunity to see the world’s only Alpha Romeo of its kind, and meet and greet the Chief designer from STILE BERTONE at this year’s Supercar Promenade.

The Dive Middle East Exhibition (DMEX), the only dedicated diving exhibition in the region, in association with Emirates Diving Association, will bring together international manufacturers and local suppliers of sub-aqua diving equipment and services, with live demonstrations and daily ‘try-a-dive’ sessions.

As part of the 20^th anniversary celebration, The World of Yachts Recognition Awards 2012 will take place alongside the Dubai International Boat Show. The awards celebrate the people and companies behind the region’s exceptional marine industry and champion the very best achievements.

 This year’s 20^th edition will celebrate the rich history and incredible growth of the regional maritime industry, bringing together the who’s who of the industry from five continents.



Gulf Express International, Inc.

1810 Garfield Street

Hollywood FL  33020

ph: 954-589-0170

fax: 954-589-2855

Skype: gulfexpress

http://www.gulfexpressintl.com/

Nationwide Boat Transportation

Nationwide Boat Transportation

Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, our boat transport Florida division is in the very heart of the boating industry. Spanning the country, our transport boats services are as varied as our wonderfully diverse clientele and as comprehensive as our true appreciation of every vessel.
Our years of experience, dedicated and skilled staff, top-of-the-line equipment, wide array of nationwide boat transportation methods,, competitive prices, and thorough knowledge of the boat transporter, provide you with a professional, hassle-free experience and the quick and safe delivery of your boat anywhere in the county.
So whether you want to cruise out to Catalina Island, sail through the scenery of the Cascade Mountains, or sightsee by boat in St. Petersburg.
To see our competitive nationwide boat transportation rates, ask for a free quote today.

Gulf Express International, Inc.

1810 Garfield Street

Hollywood FL  33020

ph: 954-589-0170

skype: gulfexpress

info@gulfexpressintl.com

http://www.gulfexpressintl.com/

International Boat Transport

Process

Here’s a short overview of how International Boat Transport process works:
1. After accepting the quote and terms from our Company – Make the reservation
2. Our team will contact you (or the seller of the boat) to review the details and set up shipping dates.
3. Confirm that all required documents including the boat title and bill of sale are available.
4A. If you requested the pick up – we will dispatch the tow-away or trucking company to pick up the boat / yacht.
4B. If you’re delivering the boat to the port or warehouse yourself – we will provide the delivery instructions and documents.
5. Your boat will be shipped depending on the type of the service we agreed:
5A. with roll-on roll-off service your boat will stay at the port until the next Ro/Ro vessel arrives for loading. No unrelated items inside the boat are allowed.
5B. with full container load or flat-rack service your boat will be loaded right away. You may have extra items inside the boat and container
5C. with lift-on lift-off service your boat / yacht will be lifted from the water & secured to a cradle before it’s loaded onto the vessel’s deck
6. We file the export declaration and submit the boat title / bill of sale to US Customs for export clearance
7. Boat / Yacht (or container with the boat) is loaded onto the ocean vessel
8. The vessel operator provides us with the shipping document – Bill of Lading. It may take 3-5 days after the vessel departure.
9. We will issue Marine Insurance if you requested it
10. We will request the final payment for our service (if it hasn’t been done earlier)
11. All shipping documents and your boat title & bill of sale are returned to you by mail (as per options you selected on your Booking Form)
12. We will provide you the contact details of the port agent so you can get ready to receive your boat at the destination.

Gulf Express International, Inc.

1810 Garfield Street

Hollywood FL  33020

ph: 954-589-0170

skype: gulfexpress

info@gulfexpressintl.com

www.gulfexpressintl.com

How we do it?

 

How we do it?

Come alongside our vessel, down goes the sling, up goes your yacht, and off we go… Looks easy but in fact the process is astonishingly complex and labored. Fortunately, you the owner have the easy part. Just as fortunately, we have years of experience in doing this exact procedure. We have completed  many successful loadings that the complex becomes second nature and we stay ever vigilant to unexpected events. Put simply, we plan any unusual event out of the realm of possibility.

 

We even jump in the water for you.

Moving boats is a complicated business. These are big, expensive, unusually fragile things. So while our crane and sling system has been proven hundreds of times, we of course leave nothing to chance. Is everything where it belongs? The weight properly distributed? Is the sling holding fast and correctly positioned? Only a visual inspection, up close and in the water, will tell for sure.This is just another way we get everything right from the start.

Almost aboard.

100 metric tons of dead weight suspended by multiple bands of strong-as-steel straps made from high tenacity webbed polyester textile fibers, the most durable fabric on the planet. Just as impressive is what you don’t see: the loadmaster shepherding your vessel aboard. With years of experience and hundreds of boats slung in his belts, his job is to get your yacht aboard safely then securely set her back in the water on arrival. 

Expert crew

Our team enjoys long experience with ocean-going vessels. We are extraordinarily selective about the people we take on board. This means only the most fastidious, ship-savvy sailors work with your yacht. Each person is an expert in their own right, whether they are measuring the hull to identify the exact center of gravity, welding the steel brackets into the deck, or performing underwater inspections during the excruciatingly detailed hoisting process.

Universal cradles for safe transit to any ocean.

Universal cradles lock your vessel in for a safe, secure fit. These high precision machined devices are specifically engineered for securing vessels weighing up to 250 tons and as long as 180 feet. They safely nest every major mark including Azimut, Hatteras, Ferretti, Viking, and more. Equally important, our fastidious crew secures each cradle by hand in two teams—one to batten down and the second to check—so that the yacht is secured in the safest possible way. Once underway, these high strength steel cradles hold their charge in every sea.

Contact our offices to receive a detailed quotation :

Gulf Express International, Inc.

1810 Garfield Street

Hollywood FL  33020

ph: 954-589-0170

skype: gulfexpress

info@gulfexpressintl.com

www.gulfexpressintl.com

Yacht Transport

The number one question that gets asked about yacht transport is how much does it cost? Well I have written this article to help everyone looking to transport their yacht or boat get an idea how much yacht transport might cost. Keep in mind that other fees can apply so its best to call Gulf Express International and get your free quote. At Gulf Express International our yacht and boat transport cost are the most competitive, comprehensive, and affordable in the boat transport business .
The first thing people will say is " I want a cheap rate to transport my boat or yacht." Well believe it or not the cheapest rate is not going to be your best bet. Yes you will be saving money on transport cost but keep in mind that cheaper cost means cheap service. If you read some of the forums online where people have used a cheap yacht transport company you will see complaints ranging from scratches in the paint to broken parts and even missing parts. Yes your insurance will cover it but do you really want to go through the hassle of waitng for repairs. Here at Gulf Express International we promise to handle your vessel with the proper care and provide you a competitive price at the same time.
Yacht transport cost can vary depending on size,weight and how far you will need your vessel transported. The first thing every company will ask you is the place of origin and the destination. Well let me correct myself, the first question almost all yacht transport companies ask is where the boat is and where is it going. We here at Gulf Express International believe in excellent customer service so our first question will be "Whom am I speaking with"? We  believe that it is very friendly and professional to get to know who we are speaking with first.
The biggest factor in the pricing of yacht transport is the height,width and weight. Over sized vessels require a escort and also the transporter has to take special routes because of weight and height restrictions. In some cases over land transport of over height vessels require them to be shipped by barge beacuse of clearance issues. A way to save money is with type of equipment used. For example, your boat could be a borderline height limit. You could call one carrier and your load would cost $10,000, yet contact another just as qualified carrier and the load is only $7,500. The reason for the lesser amount from a carrier just as qualified is because they have special low profile trailers which would put your boat under the height requirement, removing the need for costly permits and possibly fewer escorts.
This may sound like common sense, but take serious heed. If you have a 20' power boat on a new trailer, you can pretty much get away with any qualified transport company. But, if you have a 38' sail boat, be sure the transport company you hire has dealt with such a load. There are many boat transport companies who's main business are the smaller loads, or even large power boats, but the big boats require special loading and handling.
Keep in mind that when you speak to a sales represenative they will explain to you all the details of the cost to transport your yacht or boat.
Next comes where the boat is and where it is going. Although mileage doesnt play a huge factor in cost it does however have a role in the cost. Like what was posted earlier, over sized loads will require a  special route and also an escort. Some states require that you have a police excort along with the normal excort. Check with one of our representives for more information on escorts. With overwight vessels, they will require a barge to transport them because of weight restrictions. I know we have all seen those road signs that say maximum weight limit is so and so.

In conclusion overland transport can be not only a hassle saver but it also can be resonably priced. If you ever have any questions feel free to check out our website and look at our information. We provide you with a fast quote on all your yacht transport needs---info@gulfexpressintl.com