Marine Travelift

Engineered vessel handling equipment forms the backbone of commercial shipyards, busy marinas, and superyacht refit facilities around the world. Since 1954, Marine Travelift has set the standard for marine lifting and transport solutions, designing and manufacturing heavy-duty boat hoists, industrial-grade marine forklifts, and self-propelled hydraulic transporters built to endure demanding waterfront environments.

With more than 4,500 units deployed globally, their machinery is recognized for durability, precision control, and field-tested reliability. The company's mobile boat hoist lineup spans from the versatile BFMII series—offering lift capacities between 25 and 100 tons for recreational sailboats and powerboats—to the massive C-Series hoists capable of handling up to 1,500 metric tons for naval craft, commercial vessels, and mega-yachts. Advanced engineering features, such as wireless remote operation, two-speed hoisting systems, and variable width adjustment, allow boatyard operators to maximize yard space and haul vessels with exceptional efficiency.

In addition to overhead hoists, Marine Travelift manufactures specialized material handling solutions tailored to drystack storage and busy service facilities. Their Hydro M_Drive series features industry-exclusive hydrostatic drive marine forklifts ranging from 15,000 to over 52,000 pounds in lift capacity. Designed for continuous, high-duty cycles, these machines deliver steady engine RPMs and proportional handling to minimize wear and save fuel. For seamless boat hauling and yard maneuvering, their open-end hydraulic transporters provide 20 to 160 tons of capacity, making it straightforward to reposition deep-draft sailboats, catamarans, and motor yachts into tight yard berths.

Headquartered in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, with operational presence in Florida, the Mid-Atlantic, and an extensive global distributor network, the manufacturer backs its equipment with direct factory support, certified customer care, and specialized financing options. Ongoing investments in green marine technology, including battery-powered electric hoists, continue to position Marine Travelift at the forefront of modern marina infrastructure and shipyard efficiency worldwide.