We refer to this as “Lift on – Lift off”.  This method of shipping is used if your boat does not have a trailer or is too large for a trailer.  In this case we would have a cradle constructed for your boat for shipping.  Although shipping rates and port fees are higher it still can be very economical to ship this way.  The reason for the higher rates are due to the use of extra equipment such as fork lifts, cranes, man power, and of course cradle costs.  Please select this on our Get a Quote form if you need this service.