Finding a reliable boat shipping company is not as easy a feat as many might expect. One does not just go online and select the company that ranks highest on the search engine. You need to remember that this is a big investment and a lot of things need to be taken into consideration when making your selection of a boat shipping company. Shipping heavy and oversized cargo from the US to overseas countries requires a company with a lot of expertise and experience. In order to ensure that you do not make any costly mistakes, we are offering you this guide to help you make a decision you will not regret later.   Preparation of the boat for transport requires the attention of both the owner and the boat shipping company. It is important to note that the preparation will first be handled by the marinas and boat yard employees. There are boat transport agents who will help in the decommissioning or re-commissioning of your vessel and will get you the services of a marina, boat yard and Captain to finalize in the preparation. The transport company will receive the ship once prepared and will not accept damages as a result of preparation.   boat shipping company   You will need to measure your boat to ensure that you get an accurate quote. We help you in reading your boat measuring guide to ensure that you have the best possible quote from our boat shipping company. Our boat shipping company has up to date cargo insurance which ensures minimum liability to you the owner and we ensure that the Captain handling your vessel has vast experience in handling this type or similar type of vessels.   When selecting a boat shipping company, you must ensure that they are a registered freight forwarder with the Federal Maritime Commission. Our shipping company is registered and also has a current bond and shipping license which is something you will need to look out for too. Getting your boat surveyed by a licensed marine surveyor is a requirement by the cargo insurance companies.   You should avoid using a domestic shipping company instead of a boat shipping company for your boat shipping requirements because they are offering packages that will include inland transport and the like. International shipping is a complicated endeavor and looking for the cheaper option tends to cost a lot more. Our boat shipping company as a licensed freight forwarder has the expertise to provide the quality services you will require.   Finally, ensure that the boat shipping company of your choice gives you formal quote in writing and if possible ask for a shipping contract that will include all of the above and more if necessary.