Float-on/float-off service
Several heavy transport vessels in the Dockwise fleet have been modified to serve as yacht carriers for the transportation of luxury yachts. The features of these semi-submersible yacht carriers include spray-covers to safely accommodate yachts, large and small, during transport. Between these spray-covers, yachts up to 146 meters (445 ft) long can be loaded in impressive numbers on the carrier's dock.
Enjoy hassle free float-on/float-off yacht transport services to destinations worldwide on board one of our semi-submersible yacht carriers. These yacht carriers can load and discharge using the float-on/float-off method.
After deck preparation - installation of keelblock cradles and supports to the deck of the yacht carrier - the vessel submerges into a 'floating marina' to a draft required for loading the yachts. When all yachts are moored in their reserved position, the yacht carrier starts her dock operation.
Once the deck is dry, the yachts are secured to the deck and are ready for a safe crossing. During transport, the yachts are safely stowed between the yacht carriers' spray-covers, protecting them from the elements.
To read more about how the float-on/float-off yacht transportation method works, please look at: How does it work?, where you will also be able to view our 3D animation about the loading process.
