Business Details
48 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Fort Lauderdale's Trusted Yacht Towing Service
Cape Ann Towing has been a trusted provider of marine towing and salvage services in South Florida since 1978. As a family-owned business, we prioritize client satisfaction through decades of accumulated expertise and an intimate understanding of local waterways. Our team of seasoned captains brings over 15 years of specialized experience in yacht towing and salvage operations. Owner-operator Captain Courtney L. Day contributes 30+ years of yacht towing expertise and 40 years of broader boating experience, having begun his career as a Maine lobster fisherman before transitioning to Port Everglades operations in 1990.We maintain 24/7 emergency response capabilities and serve as Fort Lauderdale's premier provider for captains requiring reliable maritime assistance. Our comprehensive services include scheduled yacht movements, emergency pump-outs, sinking boat recovery, and specialized event support like the Winterfest Boat Parade. With generations of accumulated maritime knowledge, we combine traditional work ethic with modern operational standards to deliver consistent, professional service across all our marine operations.
Services
Yacht Towing
River Tows
Marina Moves
Boat Show Tows
Emergency Pump Out
Salvage Recovery
Emergency Towing
Yacht Carrier Handling
Boat Parade Support
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- Family-owned with 45+ years of continuous maritime service
- Experienced captains averaging 15+ years in yacht towing
- 24/7 emergency response for urgent maritime situations
- Specialized knowledge of South Florida waterway navigation
- Proven track record with Fort Lauderdale's boating community
What people say
Impressed with dedication
Quick and extremely professional
Provider of choice
Excellent service
Highly recommend
Services
Yacht Towing
Professional yacht towing services utilizing experienced captains with deep knowledge of South Florida waterways. We provide safe, reliable transportation for vessels of all sizes, with specialized handling for luxury yachts and commercial vessels. Our 24/7 availability ensures assistance whenever needed.
Salvage Recovery
Emergency salvage operations for distressed vessels, including sinking boat recovery and post-incident retrieval. Our team uses specialized equipment and techniques developed through decades of experience handling complex maritime emergencies in Fort Lauderdale's waterways.
Emergency Towing
Around-the-clock emergency towing services for urgent maritime situations. We guarantee immediate response to critical incidents, with dedicated resources available at all times to handle unexpected breakdowns, weather-related incidents, and vessel failures.
Marina Moves
Specialized marina transfer services for safe vessel repositioning between docking locations. Our experienced crew handles complex maneuvering in tight spaces, with expertise in coordinating large yacht movements and seasonal marina transitions.
Boat Show Tows
Customized towing solutions for maritime events including the Winterfest Boat Parade. We provide precise vessel positioning and support for show-specific requirements, leveraging our local knowledge to ensure smooth event execution.
People
Captain Courtney L. Day
Owner/Operator
With 30+ years of yacht towing experience and 40 years in the maritime industry, Captain Day has operated Cape Ann Towing since 2003. He began his career as a Maine lobster fisherman before joining Port Everglades operations in 1990, bringing decades of practical expertise to every towing operation.
Questions
What marine services do you specialize in?
We specialize in yacht towing, salvage operations, emergency pump-outs, marina moves, and event-specific towing for boat parades and shows.
Are you available for emergency towing?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency response for urgent maritime situations including sinking vessels and breakdowns.
How long have you served Fort Lauderdale?
We've been providing professional towing services in Fort Lauderdale since 1978, with continuous family ownership.
What experience do your captains have?
Our captains average 15+ years of specialized yacht towing experience, with owner-operator Captain Day bringing 30+ years of maritime expertise.
Do you handle large yacht movements?
Yes, we assist with loading/unloading from yacht carriers and coordinate complex marina moves for larger vessels.
