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Boat handling in boatyards is undergoing a discreet but profound evolution. With pressure on coastal land, many construction, repair and refit workshops are now located several kilometers from ports and slipways. In some areas, travel distances can reach 10 to 15 km, requiring a rethink of the transport facilities used on a daily basis.
When distance from job sites changes handling methods
Yachting professionals have long worked in close proximity to the water. This configuration made it possible to move boats over short distances using conventional rolling cradles or forklifts.
The situation is changing. Port areas are becoming denser, available space is shrinking and nautical activities are moving to more remote sites. For workshops specializing in refit, maintenance or wintering, transporting a boat is becoming a regular operation.
This new organization raises a number of issues. The equipment used must remain compatible with the road network, while retaining the handling capacities required for launching and unloading.
Why road compliance is becoming an issue for professionals
When a boat has to travel several kilometers between a construction site and a port, compliance with road regulations becomes essential. The U Go 6T amphibious trailer has been developed with this in mind. Its architecture incorporates a braking system that complies with European regulation 2015/68, as well as lighting equipment designed for road use.
This approach is of particular interest to companies wishing to limit load breaks. The boat remains on the same support from the moment it leaves the yard until it is launched. For dry port managers, rental companies or maintenance workshops, this logistical continuity simplifies certain relocation operations.
Designed for easy launching and retrieval
The special feature of an amphibious cradle is its ability to operate both on land and in the water.
The U Go 6T features a double-acting hydraulic system that can be controlled by radio remote control. This technology enables precise adjustment of the boat's height during handling operations.
The lifting range extends from 0.72 m to 1.42 m. This amplitude makes it easy to adapt to different hull types and slipway configurations. Operators also benefit from enhanced working comfort. Adjustments can be made remotely, while maintaining good visibility of the boat and its supports.
What features are available for boats up to 33 feet?
The trailer has a payload of 6,500 kg and an unladen weight of 1,300 kg. Its dimensions meet the requirements of intermediate-sized pleasure craft. With a total length of 8.35 m and an overall width of 2.37 m, it is aimed primarily at monohulls and speedboats up to 33 feet.
Inflated 23" wheels contribute to ride comfort and limit mechanical stress when moving on the road or on the sometimes irregular surfaces of technical harbor areas. The 1.60 m skid spacing accommodates different hull geometries, an essential point for professionals who handle several types of boats over the course of the season.
The environment also becomes a design criterion
Handling equipment is no longer assessed solely on its mechanical performance.
Close proximity to the marine environment calls for special attention to be paid to the fluids used. The U Go 6T uses biodegradable hydraulic oil that complies with the ISO 15380 standard, a feature that meets a growing concern among port managers and boatyard operators. Accidental leakage during launching or bilge operations has a reduced environmental impact compared with conventional hydraulic oil.
In a sector where regulatory constraints are steadily tightening, this type of technical choice is becoming as much an operational argument as an environmental one.
