At Network Hiab & Haulage, we provide expert narrowboat transport services across the UK. With extensive experience in both boat handling and logistics, we understand the unique challenges involved in transporting narrowboats safely and efficiently. Whether you’re a private owner moving your vessel to a new mooring or a broker handling delivery to a buyer, we offer a professional service that covers every stage of the process.

Our Hiab-equipped vehicles are designed to handle the lifting and transportation of narrowboats of various lengths and specifications. We manage everything from lifting your vessel from hardstanding or a marina, transporting it securely, and delivering it precisely to its destination. Our operators are fully trained and licensed, with years of hands-on experience in handling boats of all types.

We serve all major inland waterways and canal systems throughout the UK. These include the Oxford Canal, Grand Union Canal, Kennet & Avon Canal, Basingstoke Canal, and Wey Navigation, as well as significant river routes such as the Thames, Severn, and Trent. We are also familiar with complex access routes and launch points associated with smaller navigations and rural marinas, which allows us to plan and execute every move with accuracy.

Transporting narrowboats isn’t simply about moving from point A to point B. It requires careful planning, an understanding of the boat’s dimensions, weight, and structure, and an awareness of the terrain and conditions at both the collection and delivery sites. We work closely with each client to assess the project in detail, offering practical solutions and preparing fully for the lift and transport process.

Our comprehensive service includes route planning, site inspections, risk assessments, and method statements. Where needed, we coordinate traffic management and lifting permits, and we always arrive on-site with the appropriate equipment to complete the job safely and efficiently. We also offer flexible scheduling to fit around waterway restrictions or client timelines.

We’re trusted by narrowboat owners, restoration teams, canal boat manufacturers, and marine engineers who rely on us to deliver with precision and care. Our team is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism at all times, and we take pride in providing a reliable service that clients return to time and again.

If you need a narrowboat transported anywhere in the UK, get in touch with Network Hiab & Haulage today. We’re happy to offer advice, provide a no-obligation quote, and help you plan the next step with confidence. From single boats to multiple vessel relocations, we handle narrowboat transport with the expertise and attention to detail that sets us apart.