ABOUT US

The Mast Transport service offered by Portacraft is second to none. Crispin Holworthy discovered that during his early years of the specialised marine transport of high tech racing yachts by road that no provision had been made for the transport of the most vital and delicate part of the high tech aspect, the masts.

Ultimately after 26 years, technology in mast construction has changed radically and the use of Carbon Fibre is becoming even more popular, not just with racing yachts but cruisers too.

Over the years,  Crispin formed a unique service which dedicates itself solely to the transport of masts. By working closely in conjunction with the top yacht mast manufacturers, and analyzing the effects of road transport on materials like carbon, he has produced a range of specially constructed trailers that have been designed for the sole purpose of transporting Carbon & Aluminium sections by road.

All trailers are fitted with at least five point adjustable supports along the whole length of the section in transit which will cover sizes of 35m - 38m comfortably. Remote hydraulic rear steering on two of the trailers offers complete piece of mind when attempting to manoeuvre into some small isolated boat yards and syndicate locations.

To cope with demand and the opportunity to transport Americas Cup masts (34.8m), Volvo 70 masts (32.6m) and Open 60 masts (30m) - Portacraft Ltd, in conjunction with RM trailers, saw the introduction of yet another custom designed mast trailer in 2005 specifically designed for transporting masts for the 32nd America’s Cup in Valencia and for the Volvo Ocean Race which started in Vigo, Spain. Another trailer is to be launched this May 2009, see press release!

Portacraft offers a complete package to cater for all individual needs, whether it is 4m diameter coils of super yacht rigging, masts up to 34m in Aluminium and 38m in Carbon fibre.