Let’s get you smooth sailing: your guide to shipping a boat from the USA to Greece with USG Shipping.
Shipping your boat from the USA to Greece is one of those things you would rather prefer not to do-and if you have to, it is like sailing across a tempestuous ocean with its load of complex forms to fill, uncertain costs, and the specter of delay. The good news is that all of those worries can be transformed into a smooth sailing voyage by USG Shipping, a well-known FMC-licensed NVOCC. This guide takes you through every step in the process of moving your yacht to the Aegean or as delivering a vessel for a client-without jargons or hidden fees and with a promise of clarity. Let’s dive!
Why should you ship your boat with USG Shipping to Greece?
Now, under USG Shipping, over 40 years of combined logistics experience grace their work-life, for they are not just another transport company, but your partners for global transport. This is the reason why hundreds of clients trust us:
• FMC Licensed & Bonded: All of us must adhere to international maritime legislation.
• Door-to-Door Service: We do everything from dock to port: Miami to Piraeus Port in Greece.
• Transparent Pricing: No surprises, just straight-up and honest quotes that actually fit your boat.
• Full Insurance Options: You can sleep soundly, knowing that your vessel is covered.
Are you prepared to ship your ship to Greece?
This is one illustration of buying a yacht overseas that might appear to be akin to navigating seas that have not been sailed. It doesn’t have to be that tough. Consider this: you can submit some details about your boat quickly, and an individual quote comes to your mailbox within one day. Nothing shifty, nothing unclear. Just a simple course of action. This is to shield and have your boat shifted out of the U.S and into Greece firmly and within your means—sounds fantastic. Do you whine or sob? This is the way we run “USG Transport.”
Step 1: Get Your Free Quote – Easier Than Making a Sandwich
Let’s get right to it: A quote should not take more time than making your morning cup of coffee. This is all we need:
1. Boat Info: Year, make, model (like, 2022 Boston Whaler 280 Outrage).
2. Pick-Up Spot: Your zip or closest U.S. port (we’re at 8 places, like Miami and Savannah).
3. Drop-Off Point: Right to Greece’s busy Piraeus Port—a door to the Aegean.
Why this is good: Think of it as when you order a pizza. You pick the “size” and “bits,” and we get it there.
Tip: Trailers are a must. A boat with a trailer is quick to load (and makes port people happy).
Step 2: Pick Your Ride – RoRo or Container?
As they say, the next thing is really a fun thing-Choosing a means of ship for your boat. It is a road trip or perhaps first-class.
RoRo Shipping: Drive on, Relax.
-Great For: Trailerable boats, smaller yachts under 100 feet, and freight-conscious shippers.
-Why Everybody Loves:
-Inexpensive: No crating fees; just drive your boat onto the ship.
-Weekly departures: No waiting for “full container.”
-Incredibly safe: Your boat occupies its lane, like a car on a ferry.
About 80 percent of the clients do, indeed, believe in RoRo. Fast, cheap, hassle-free.
Container shipping: Fort Knox.
-Good For: Oversized, fragile finishes, or heirloom vessels that need a little more love.
-How it works: We tuck your boat into a 40-foot container for protection against salt spray and inquisitive seagulls.
If you’re still unsure, a discussion on cost with their pros and cons will be for the next time over coffee (or Zoom) with us!
Container Shipping: The Ultimate Protection for Your Most Prized Vessel
When your boat is no longer a simple transport tool but a legacy, a luxury item, or a delicate piece of art, then Container Shipping is your assurance. This is why shippers of experience would treasure such shipping methods for their high-value or vast vessels:
Why use Container Shipping to Greece?
– Ideal For:
– Huge vessels (more than 100 ft) that cannot fit on RoRo decks.
– High-value yachts with exclusive finishes (think of hand-polished hulls or teak decks).
– Boats requiring climate control or additional shielding from saltwater corrosion.
-How It Works:
Your boat is carefully loaded into a 40-foot steel container, that would keep it in a very strong fortress from storms, humidity, and UV rays. Think of it this way-it is a first-class cabin for your vessel-secure, dry, and monitored 24/7.
Fun Fact: RoRo saves as much as 40% container shipping is compared to buying a premium insurance policy for your not-so-robust or irreplaceable boats.
Cost breakdown: Factors that may influence your boat shipping cost
Some factors that would make clear pricing come easy: there are all sorts of decisions that make it so the price gets formed and the type of your boat.
-Size and Weight of The Boat:
-Ship a small boat. For transport of a fishing boat 20 feet long, minimum $3.8k; to move a large yacht measuring 60 feet, cost goes beyond $15,000.
-Starting point:
Related price advantage over its western counterpart (some-but yet-it is all a matter of cost, origin out of port traffic).
-Insurance:
– All Risk-cover, 1.75% of the value of your boat (shall cover everything, from storms to scratches). “Partial Coverage” even goes as low as 0.75% with bare minimum coverage (ideal for older vessels).
– Season: Summer time (May-Sept)=Peak demand usually occurs in the summer. Book by March to lock in prices on off-peak bookings.
Here’s an example coming from an association:
To get a 30-foot sailboat from Miami to Piraeus RoRo, you pay $4,200. To get it inside a Container, you pay $6,900.
Time in transit: When will your boat arrive in the Aegean Sea?
Patience is probably not one of your virtues, but we really try to keep delays to the minimum-RoRo Shipping: Roughly 5-6 weeks-that is like waiting a month for a cross-country road trip. Container Shipping: Ranges anywhere between 6 and 8 weeks (besides other port congestions or checks for customs).
Example Case: Sarah’s 45-foot Catamaran departs Savannah on June 1 and enters Piraeus on July 10 just in time for her family’s summer sailing!
Customs in Greece: No Drama, and No Headaches
We get it: most customs forms are a bit like trying to unravel fishing lures. Here’s how we make it easy: 1. Bill of Sale: Proves ownership of the boat (buying or selling is the same like buying or selling any car). 2. Boat Registration: It must be in valid U.S. paperwork (we will remind you if it’s going to expire). 3. EU Emissions Compliance: This ensures that the engine complies with Greek ecostandards (we will assist you in upgrading, where applicable).
Your ace in the hole: A custom broker with Greek language competence handles all tariff aspects and even charmed skeptical officials.
Marine Insurance: Because “Oops” Isn’t in Your Vocabulary
Imagine that your boat has developed a hairline fracture due to being tossed in the rough seas. With USG’s insurance, you are safe:
-Fully Covered: 1.75% of value (theft, fire, collision-even pirate attacks, though rare!).
-Partial Plans: 0.75% for just in case basic (minor scratches or ding ding props) concerns.
FAQs: Answering Your Most Burning Questions
Q: Personal items can be shipped in my boat, right?
A: Sure! Just make sure to secure lightweight items in waterproof containers (maximum 200 lbs).
Q: What if my boat cannot be trailered?
A: We have some really nice trailer rentals for you at very competitive rates–ask one of our team!
Q: How will I ever be able to track my shipment?
A: You are going to be getting real-time GPS updates on our 24/7 online portal.
Why Choosing USG Shipping to Ship a boat from USA
– Weekly Departures: No more waiting on “next available” slots.
– No Hidden Fees: Our quotes are total—they incorporate the fuel surcharges, port fees, and brokerage costs.
– Eco-Friendly Practices: We offset 100% of shipment carbon emissions.
Initiate the Journey, Ignite the Sail!
At USG Shipping, if you chose to send a boat to Greece, you will have the following benefits:
Money savings.
Excellent route and timing.
Conversations to keep you informed.
One-stop door-to-door.
Easy Breezy!
