Specialist haulage for canalboats, delivered safely and professionally across Britain’s inland waterways

At Network Hiab & Haulage, we provide professional canal boat transport services across the UK, handling everything from collection and lifting to secure delivery. With a fleet of Hiab-equipped vehicles and an experienced team, we make the process of moving canalboats straightforward and stress-free—whether you're transporting a new purchase, relocating to a different waterway, or moving a vessel for repair or storage.

We have a detailed understanding of the canal network in Britain, and we regularly operate around key waterways including the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, Oxford Canal, Grand Union Canal, Kennet & Avon Canal, Trent & Mersey Canal, and the Shropshire Union Canal. Our team also handles deliveries to riverside locations, dry docks, restoration yards, and boatyards across the country, ensuring complete coverage and flexible scheduling to meet your project needs.

Transporting canalboats requires both technical knowledge and practical experience. Every vessel has its own dimensions, weight distribution, and handling considerations. That’s why we begin every project with a thorough consultation to gather all the necessary information. Once we understand your requirements, we carry out site assessments, plan access routes, and prepare the correct lifting and securing methods. We also factor in local road conditions, waterway access points, and crane requirements where needed.

Our Hiab vehicles are ideal for canal boat transport thanks to their integrated cranes, which allow us to load and offload vessels with precision—even in challenging or restricted environments. Whether we’re positioning a boat in a tight marina berth or lifting it from a trailer onto hardstanding, we carry out each manoeuvre with accuracy and full attention to safety.

We’re proud to work with private owners, boatbuilders, marine service companies, hire fleet operators, and boatyards across the UK. Every client receives a tailored service that includes transparent communication, accurate timescales, and full risk management. By keeping everything in-house, from lifting to delivery, we reduce delays and give you direct access to a team that knows what your vessel needs from start to finish.

Canal boats are more than just vehicles—they’re homes, investments, and part of a lifestyle. We understand that and treat every project with the care it deserves. Whether your vessel is 30ft or 70ft, we take the same meticulous approach to ensure safe transit and careful handling throughout the journey.

If you're planning a canalboat move, get in touch with Network Hiab & Haulage today. We’re ready to provide a detailed quote, advise on logistics, and arrange the transport solution that best fits your situation. With our experience and dedication to getting it right the first time, you can trust us to deliver your canal boat securely and on schedule—wherever in the UK you need it to go.