One group · four specialist services · since 1973

What are you moving?

Pick where you're starting. We'll take it from there — planning, paperwork and delivery, anywhere in the world.

The group

Since 1973, Peters & May has moved cargo across the world. What began with freight forwarding now spans yacht shipping, commercial marine transport and freight forwarding — with the same people planning, documenting and delivering every movement.

50+
Years moving cargo
4
Specialist divisions
13+
Offices worldwide
10k+
Movements delivered
Why Peters & May

Specialists who handle the parts most logistics companies won't.

01
Specialist marine expertise

Decades of moving vessels and cargo that need more than a standard freight service.

02
A global office network

Local teams who know the ports, customs and handling at each end of the route.

03
One point of contact

A named coordinator from first enquiry through to final delivery.

04
Documentation handled

Customs, carnets and paperwork managed so nothing stalls at a border.

05
Bespoke solutions

From a single movement to a multi-vessel project, planned around your timeframe.

06
Personal communication

Real people you can reach, with straight answers about what's possible.

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Utopia IV superyacht case study
Featured case study · Superyacht

Transatlantic delivery of a 45m motor yacht.

Cradle build, loading, customs and delivery across two continents — one coordinator, start to finish.

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Yacht Shipping · sailing schedules

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Search current and upcoming routes by origin, destination and approximate date — then enquire on the sailing that fits.

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Indicative sailings from the live schedule feed — subject to confirmation.

Usually I don't comment or rate a company, but for the team Peters & May I will make an exception. The loading and discharging has been done smoothly without stress. The communication and administrative parts were always well managed and pleasant. I recommend this team and will trust them again.

Philippe Sommer · AG — verified testimonial, petersandmay.com
Global reach

A network of offices and agents worldwide.

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Peters & May global office network
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Full Deck

Boarding the Ocean Vessel

If not absolutely necessary you as Yacht Owner (or its representative or servant) are NOT allowed to board the Vessel. We understand that you may

Why choose us?

Over 50 Years of Excellence in Maritime Services At Peters & May, we bring over half a century of unmatched experience in yacht shipping and

Guide to Yacht Transportation in the USA

Discover the essentials of yacht transportation within the vibrant yachting landscape of the United States. From the extensive port network and robust yacht manufacturing to

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