Why Cross The Atlantic On A Super Yacht Transporter

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[@SuperYachtCaptain]

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[@imnowhacko]

About 37 years ago I made a similar crossing (from La Spezia to Ft. Lauderdale) in my dad's 63' motor sailer. The crew was me and 5 Itaians. It was an amazing experience. No sat-nav, just a compass and sextant. We sold the boat about one year later, but I still have the charts with our course plots, and the memories.

[@johnair1]

AS far as i know you have Yacht categories (Sailing yachts excluded here since most can with a decent size) from A to D and A means atlantic crossing is possible. They are longer than 40 feet and can take on waves of up to 23 feet. These boats can also take on strong winds of at least 47 knots.The others are really not for long distances on the open sea since they can't handle certain waves and as most know the fuel would be an issue. To ensure that the yacht is actually built correctly for trips over the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, it should be certified by the International Marine Certification Institute as i learned. Its really interesting how much there is to learn in this area :)

[@TheYachtEngineer]

Actually the keel blocks are placed by the ship’s crew before loading when the deck is dry. They are super heavy so we use a forklift to transfer them. And the divers’ job is to monitor if all the yachts are going to sit on keel blocks without any damage to the hull and also they put those orange supports underwater. Regarding the grey metal supports: the chief mate identifies the location of each yacht’s frame by knocking yacht’s hull with a small hammer and then makes markings for deckhands to install the supports. Only after those supports are welded. Unique plan for keel blocks and the supports is done for each yacht. And when the transportation is completed they cut all the D-rings, all supports, chip and paint the deck for the next loading and start rebuilding the keel blocks according to a new cargo plan. I know that because I’m the crew member being on board now :) I’m happy to answer any questions! Great video, can’t wait for the next one!

[@MrEazyE357]

You're a crew member on this transporter or just a transporter?

[@cortesavulso5215]

Eae pessoa da Rússia

[@Modelo646]

Could you share with us what would the cost be to transport a superyacht across the ocean (roughly don't need specific price) ?

[@TheYachtEngineer]

@@Modelo646 sorry for the late reply. Roughly from $300k to $500k+ depending on the yacht size (30m to 50m) and destination. But as far as I know it is still cheaper than doing the crossing by the yacht itself if the yacht is capable of course. (Fuel, crew wage, amortization, etc.) Atlantic crossing would be cheaper than Pacific crossing from/to Australia.

[@TheYachtEngineer]

@@MrEazyE357 Yes, I still work there in a position of ETO

[@hrve]

What an incredibly skilful and hard job those divers have to do to secure the yachts in position!

[@johngauntlett4915]

The technical and mechanical aspects of how this is done it's probably mind blowing to somebody that's never seen it firsthand. I've seen it many times it dry dock on cruise ships when we were working on board. Great video Tristan.

[@bats2rrailroads]

Thanks Tristan! I learn so much watching your videos. It’s amazing to see what has to be done to secure everything so they don’t go bouncing around if you run into rough seas.

[@mikeheard4859]

Nice to be able to see the hull & check for damage, it’s also great to see how clean it is !!

[@NPJohn100]

Who sits down and thinks ‘let’s build a ship to transport super yachts across the Atlantic’? Some folks are just way to clever. Great informative videos Tristan - thx 😊

[@OceanzMadeIt]

Well a lot of yachts can’t cross the Atlantic so idk I think it’d be common sense to build one

[@lousey1969]

This is so fascinating and many thanks for the answers.

[@supercarshowtime]

Always enjoy the detailed explanations Tristan. It’s great to get a deeper understanding of the general best practice seamanship and the benefit of you and your crews experience across the seasons. I’ve often wondered what the process of for shipping the yachts across from med to u.s waters and this has answered a number of questions I had. Perhaps in one vlog you could cover a few areas around running costs on a vessel the size of awol each season, engine servicing, mooring costs etc just at a high level. Thanks again love the videos. Nick

[@francocamarena7388]

Thank you so much for explaining and showing us how the yachts are secured on-board the ship! I've many a time wondered how gets done. Keep up the awesome work! Kind regards Franco

[@nigeldewallens1115]

That was absolutely fascinating to see all the support for each yacht! Plus the welds too! Many thanks!

[@jentaly]

Great. I always learn from your vlogs. Just love all the maintenance, preparations and behind the scenes info. Super helpful.

[@cpl_0503]

Great video. It had to be a brave guy that first decided they could put piggy back those huge yachts. And the divers that are willing to swim under a 1000 tons of yacht to place keel blocking, as they lower the yacht onto it... I'll pass on that opportunity. But great video...THANK YOU!

[@simonabbott977]

Very interesting, I dont think this has ever been shown to this level of detail - great job, let us know what your plans are when you get the other side!

[@Donald_Shaw]

You always post a interesting in informative video. Thanks for showing us around the yacht transporter. Great job!!!

[@markreed1768]

Absolutely brilliant, I’m surprised they let you down there, awesome episode, thanks bud

[@dstockbridge1]

Thanks for sharing! I will likely never be able to set foot on a Super Yacht, but your videos are fascinating to me. Thanks for always being such a great teacher!

[@alexanderoguguo1912]

I never knew it takes these much labor. Interesting episode. Thanks for bringing these to the public.

[@markshutt1476]

Captain, most are lamenting you leaving Awol. Sad as that may be, leaving can be hard, I actually am happy for you. New adventures are unfolding for you. You will excel. If you keep vlogging, we will keep following. Fair winds and following seas.

[@davidallen9526]

Nice sign off.

[@mickemike2148]

What? Is Tristan leaving AWOL? I hope that he will get a new boat with the same owner! Sugar... (forgot the nic).

[@mnsignr]

@DavidAllen; it WAS a “nice sign off!” I’ve been watching Tristan for years now. His videos are wonderful info, to pass onto the viewers. It’s been most rewarding and fulfilling!! I wished that he was going to be the Captain of the DILBAR!! THAT would be a terrific video, one I would definitely savor… Tristan, quick ?; what’s it like at night on board that transport ship and on AWOL??

[@BridMhor]

presumably he will be back with a bigger boat with the same owner. I remember a year or so ago he did get qualified to master bigger boats, so I don’t imagine the selling of Awol was any surprise to him.

[@markshutt1476]

@@BridMhor that's what I've been assuming, too.

[@trabash505]

This is absolutely incredible! Just discovered your channel and I'm in awe!

[@bartneven9121]

this is great to see,first time ever for me to see this up close,very fascinating.Keep these great vlogs coming. cheeers 😃

[@johnshepherd4842]

that is why loadmasters are so important to secure and place the ships, great insight for the unknowing Tristan, well done , JS

[@OriginalJetForMe]

This was really great, thank you! You answered so many questions!

[@jimsandyrobinson3446]

Glad i came across this video. Really nice to see how there inside the big ship. I always wondered how they were put into the mother ship. Thank you for letting us see how it was done.

[@fp30e]

Loved this video Tristan. So much is involved. Fascinating stuff. Thank you. Take Care

[@bennerpi]

So very interesting, following along and thank you, stay safe.

[@TheLukanda]

Amazing mate! Awesome content!

[@Theartmaker101]

Great video Captain! Thank you very much for sharing this!

[@bilbobaggins5873]

What an amazing tour, I just never knew this happens, and great detail as well, Thanks Tristan 👍

[@P1Fanatic]

What a brilliant video. So informative and you are such a natural presenter. I had no clue about any of this and just assume boats traversed the atlantic is needed.

[@neonguy57]

Bloody amazing ... never knew about this till now !! Great job Tristan !!!

[@johncallard7407]

Thanks for sharing this. I have seen a documentary or two detailing the perspective of the transporter (loading, unloading, welders, divers, etc). Good to see videos' from perspective of the Captain.

[@bionicsjw]

Extremely informative video. Thank you for uploading.

[@alanblasczyk1779]

This is really interesting. thanks Tristen. Can't wait till you arrive here in the USA.

[@jefffarnsworth8318]

Thank you for sharing the detailed information. It is very interesting.

[@rx7dude2006]

The costs to transport are around $800 to $1,500 USD per foot.

[@rbnhood39]

Tristan this was a great series of videos that I enjoyed seeing very much. I’ve always wondered how all this worked. Good job.

[@jacktworek8008]

Very very interesting video. Thanks for posting this trip

[@jambo01]

Brilliant insight tristan 👏 thank you looking forward to seeing more 👍

[@mikesullivan2075]

I remember one time in port Everglades the captain's where switching out and the captain comming in had a whole cooler of fresh hearing what a treat.

[@glenmorris8389]

Fascinating ! Thank you , Tristan.

[@josh_bfc_2769]

Fantastic and very informative. A great deal of work Involved for sure before the ship gets underway as well as on arrival. That won't be cheap

[@jimkreiling9166]

Very interesting video. I am enjoying these about the crossing.

[@paskalm7331]

Great vid again Tristan and very good explanation how everything works 👍🏼

[@amye4087]

So interesting. Thanks for taking us along.

[@discovolante5151]

I will never be captain/owner of a ship/yacht. I do not have any interests in these video but I cant stop watching. Sometimes I have no idea what he's talking about but it's still very interesting. Good job man!

[@jimmyjames7809]

I really enjoy your videos, they are always very interesting to watch and you are a true gentleman!

[@geoffreyneish7999]

Very cool vid, thank you for showing this side of the shipping business! 👍😎

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Another great video thanks for sharing!

[@randymenard8446]

This is so awesome to see. And then you think of the people that owns these yachts. And then all the work involved.

[@bubaks2]

Everyday updates. That’s fantastic. Safe journey!!

[@jamarie1972]

Wow 1st A massive amount of work to transport these yachts back and forth but necessary and really interesting. Cheers for sharing with us.

[@marty2872]

Necessary? only if you set aside that super yachts are really necessary to begin with.

[@vamartha]

Simply fascinating. Thank you Tristan for sharing!

[@davidhodges8478]

One can examine a similar treatment of a full sized warship by searching on the salvage of the USS Cole. The entire ship was lifted by a heavy lift ship and brought back to the US for repairs.

[@stimpy666ca]

Cool series Tristan, thanks for sharing.

[@paulrossi5622]

Thank you sooo much , absolutely fascinating

[@abelt3462]

Fascinating. Thanks for the vids

[@cmvelo1]

Very cool! Yet again, another HUGE thank-you for these extremely informative videos!! Really very much appreciated!! 🙌 👍👏💯💯

[@markbaker9305]

Great video. Very interesting.. thank you for sharing

[@VW5767]

Cool video! Its nice your vessel is at the stern of the mother ship! Nice views!

[@vickyb5935]

That was amazing! What alot of work to do all of that welding by DIVERS!!! Thanks for showing this!

[@johndrake2147]

Note to self, when loading your yacht onto a yacht transport, make sure you're the last one on - the views will be much better

[@jerrybarrett6376]

Cool tour. Thanks

[@lxmacuahuitl1079]

Thank you for this interesting subject. Learning quite a bit. Cheers

[@dm1927]

Totally amazing. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@ladgolf6330]

Really interesting insight Tristan, especialy when you have ventured down on the deck to show the welds / blocks and straps etc. Digressing slightly, I did some work for a retired submariner a few months back, and he didn't want to reveal very much at all about the work they carried out - understandably. Great vlog though.

[@tmo454]

Very interesting video. Thanks for posting!

[@smitty1952]

While I knew this process exists, I had no idea how any of it worked. Thank you for sharing and educating us all on this.

[@southerneruk]

The Cormorant has a better system for carrying large boats, they took lessons from the old UK graving dry docks and how heavy cargo is lash to ships decks, There is no messing about with welding and all the blocks are in place before the deck is flooded, so went fully loaded it's just a case of removing the water and steam out of harbour, in and out all on the same day

[@southerneruk]

The major reason is a financial one, plus these boats would not be able to cope with an ocean storm, they can handle a sea storm but not an ocean Storm

[@tonyfoulkes9289]

Brilliant video, many thanks for your explanation.

[@Godofthemoon1]

Thank you this is awesome to get to see how this is done!

[@kyleg4924]

So detailed! Thank you!

[@richardallsop5039]

Hello 'Tristan', again an interesting vlog, I had heard about this type of 'Super Yacht' taxi, really good to see how it all works, you may be a little 'stir crazy' after 4 weeks at sea !!!! Regards, RichardA.

[@patrickabas1112]

great job, love this insight

[@FK-zr9fn]

That was very interesting. Thank you for sharing

[@JM-lu9no]

Thanks so much for sharing

[@josephstevens3357]

Very interesting, thanks Tristan! Safe trip!

[@stevemason5348]

Interesting video, thank you and safe journeys all

[@commandertopgun]

Good afternoon Super Yacht Captain, I am happy to discover your Channel, I am blown away by the share information & the content you produce, I am new here and loving it, great Videos, I will be a Super Yacht owner next year ( my plan ), so this is a wonderful eye-opener for me, Never knew they even had such a yacht service at all, WOW, and I certainly understand your explanation why use the Transport Service, get to your Destination safely, & continue the Awesome update on your voyage to the USA.

[@rasferrastfarian739]

I always wondered about yacht transport across the world...brilliant Tristan!

[@rickeycompton5518]

Great video---good views of the process---good cost analysis explination.

[@matthiasgraveel9191]

Learning every time in each vlog 😄

[@gremmie666]

You answered all the things i had often wondered about thanks

[@chipspoolservice]

Thanks for sharing enjoy your trip and time off

[@maryphagan793]

Very interesting. Thank you

[@peterchadderton8122]

a good tour of the yachts strapped down and have a good trip to the States

[@captaingregger]

Thanks for this video. I’ve know about Dockwise for a couple of decades thru the billionaire I use to fly who would ship his superyacht. But I never knew what actually happened down below on the decks. Very interesting to see indeed. Keep the videos coming!!

[@ctopholt]

Hi Tristan, thanks so much for this wonderful channel! Could you show and talk a bit about the stabilisers on the different yachts, if there are different systems in place?

[@bunna65]

Always wondered how they did it,thanks for the insight great video 👏

[@hthuemer]

Fantastic video, love it.

[@MahadsalmaSalma]

Thank you Captain.

[@johnkruton9708]

Thanks for the tour. I remember seeing Modern Marvels doing a bit on this type of thing years ago. Was amazed at the capability. The USS Cole was brought back from Yemen on a DOCKWISE I believe. People don’t realize that Money drives everything. Enough customers say “We will pay you this for this” boom someone’s going to fill the void. Cheers to you Captain and If I ever win mega millions I’d charter a yacht like AWOL for 3 months to see how I liked it.

[@paulfrost4678]

Great informative video thank you .

[@FistralG]

Fascinating insight into how a yacht transporter works. 👍

[@davelloyd4929]

So interesting - thank you

[@taurus4205]

Curious how long the loading takes/boat? That’s a lot of welding… Great video! Can’t wait for more!!

[@GroundedFlyboy737]

So very interesting, you could have easily doubled the length of this video and I still would not have been bored for one second. Truly remarkable.

[@stevenzobel4517]

Hi Tristan video are always interesting like always

[@maphewification]

Been tracking you on on shipfinder, last time I checked you were going past the Azores. Great life you have 😉👍

[@chasfoster12]

Thanks for sharing

[@akumar7366]

Love looking at the sea .