Transportation
Transport
Collars transport spars and oars all over the world. If you place an order with us, we will ensure it gets to you safely via one of the following routes:
23' or shorter:
We send out our shorter orders with Tuffnells, who operate a next-day-delivery service. In most cases, they require a signature on delivery, and usually need a certain amount of access clearance for their lorries. They are happy to deliver to marinas, boatyards and work addresses.
23' to 46' long:
We generally deliver these medium-sized orders ourselves, using a purpose-built trailer, and make frequent deliveries to certain areas along the coastline - if you live in Hampshire, for example, it may be possible to combine your order with ones already going out, and reduce transportation costs.
Longer than 46':
These longer spars are entrusted to a select few companies who
specialise in transporting unusually long consignments: Portacraft,
based in Lymington; Meditrans, who is based in Rygate; and Tony Ainsworth, who is in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The photo on the left shows
Portacraft pulling away with a 72' mast destined for a Camper
& Nicholson Ketch in Australia. Peters and May
Peters & May Ltd has been shipping boats, yachts and associated marine peripherals since 1988. The firm now ships 8,000 vessels worldwide on an annual basis, supported by its numerous complementary divisions all designed to provide a complete, and exemplary service to the marine industry.
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Portacraft
A specialist firm that dedicates itself in moving abnormal loads throughout the UK and Europe. With a range of trailers they offer a very professional service that can transport spars of up to 34 Meters in length.
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Tony Ainsworth
Great chap who will go almost anywhere for right price and a cup of tea. Runs throughout the UK and parts of Europe with a trailer that can take spars up to 56' in length.
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Tuffnells
The big green parcel machine. That's what their lorry says, and one of the last carriers who will take items over 6' in length. Online parcel tracking with consignment number through the link.
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