Passenger Vessels for Sale and Charter

Cruise ships, ferries, catamarans, expedition ships, and accommodation vessels of every type, listed by stock number

QPS Marine Ships is a specialist broker of passenger-carrying vessels. Rather than covering every type of merchant ship, we concentrate on tonnage that carries people: ocean and coastal cruise ships, expedition ships, RoPax and RoRo ferries, high-speed craft and catamarans, accommodation vessels and large yachts operated commercially. This page is the starting point if you are not yet sure which type of vessel fits your project.

Find the right category

Cruise Ships for Sale and Charter: boutique to 2,800-berth ocean ships, expedition and ice-classed ships, casino ships and full-ship charters. RoPax Ferries: passenger and vehicle ferries for overnight and day routes. RoRo Ferries and Cargo Ships: freight-led vessels with limited passenger accommodation. High-Speed Ferries and Catamarans: fast craft for commuter, island and resort routes. Accommodation Vessels: floating hotels and workforce housing for charter. Each category has its own page, reached from the menu.

How our listings work

Every vessel is listed under a QPS stock number with its specifications, an estimated price, the last known location, photographs and a downloadable brochure where available. Owners rarely want a ship's availability advertised to their passengers, crews and competitors, so the name and owner are disclosed to qualified buyers only after a non-disclosure agreement. The estimated price is our own assessment from direct discussions with the owner and, as we always note, may be negotiable. Listings show the date the information was last revised; ships move, so check with us for the current position.

Selling or chartering out a vessel

If you own a passenger vessel and are considering a sale or charter, we market it discreetly to our network of operators, investors and charterers worldwide, screen enquiries, and manage inspections and negotiations so that your operation is not disrupted. Newbuild projects and refurbishment programmes can also be arranged through our shipyard contacts.

About QPS Marine Ships

QPS Marine Ships is a licensed and bonded brokerage and a member of the International Yacht Brokers Association, with offices in Florida and the Mediterranean and associates worldwide. We work with shipowners, charterers, investors and financial institutions on the purchase, sale and charter of existing vessels and on newbuild projects. Tell us the route, capacity and budget you have in mind and we will shortlist suitable tonnage, including vessels not publicly listed.