RIB Transport from the UK to Greece – Dartmouth to Corfu in just 5 days
Professional European boat transport: 9m RIB moved from Dartmouth to Corfu with full insurance and ferry coordination
Transporting boats across Europe is never just about getting from A to B — it is about timing, coordination, and making sure everything arrives exactly as it should.
In June 2025, we were asked to move a 9m Ribeye Prime Nine 41 from Dartmouth in Devon all the way to Corfu, Greece — a journey of 1,795 miles — and the clock was ticking.
Here is how we made it happen.
The job at a glance
Origin: Dartmouth, United Kingdom
Destination: Corfu, Greece
Distance: 1,795 miles
Vessel: Ribeye Prime Nine 41
Length: 9 metres
Duration: 5 days
Date: June 2025
The Challenge: Beating the Holiday Deadline
The boat had just been purchased by a private owner with a holiday home in Corfu. The brief was simple:
“We need it there before the holiday starts.”
No delays. No excuses.
The client wanted to be out on the water with their family as soon as they arrived in Greece, so timing was absolutely critical.
Planning a 1,795-Mmile European move
With three ferry crossings involved, the journey required detailed coordination:
Dover → Calais
Ancona → Igoumenitsa
Igoumenitsa → Corfu
Each crossing had to be booked precisely to avoid unnecessary waiting time and to keep the schedule tight.
We also worked closely with the client’s customs agent to ensure all export and import documentation was completed correctly. With post-Brexit regulations and multiple border crossings, paperwork can easily cause delays — so we made sure everything was in place before departure.
Preparing the Boat for the Road
Before setting off, our experienced driver carried out full pre-transport checks:
Trailer inspection
Tyre pressure checks
Additional securing straps fitted
Weight and load verification
The 9m RIB, on its own trailer, was towed behind one of our Mercedes Sprinter vans. These vehicles are rated to tow up to 3,500kg and are fitted with tachographs to ensure fully legal towing compliance across Europe.
For long-distance European runs like this, our vans are also converted to provide comfortable accommodation for the driver — allowing for safe rest periods without compromising progress.
Communication every step of the way
We liaised with:
The yacht broker in Dartmouth to coordinate collection
The receiving boatyard in Corfu to arrange delivery
The client’s customs agent for smooth border crossings
And throughout the journey, we sent daily updates and photos so the client could follow their boat’s progress across Europe.
Right on time — holiday ready
Five days after collection in Dartmouth, the Ribeye arrived safely in Corfu — on schedule and ready for launch.
The result? A very happy owner and a family ready to enjoy their first days on the water in the Greek sunshine.
What This Move Demonstrates
This case highlights what we do best:
Long-distance European boat transport
Short-notice scheduling
Careful route and ferry coordination
Full transit insurance cover
Clear communication throughout
Whether it is the south coast of England to the Ionian Islands or anywhere else in Europe, we ensure your boat arrives safely and on time — every time.
Thinking of transporting your boat by road?
If you are planning a European move and want it handled professionally and efficiently, we would be happy to help. Please give us a call or email us:
Lymington: 01590 390490
Plymouth: 01752 911910
info@ukboattransport.com
Or get in touch for a free, no-obligation quote.
