Yacht Insurance
Superyachts, Sailing and Motor Yachts
Protect your yacht with superior coverage sourced by Shield Specialty Insurance.
Our range of yacht insurance products goes beyond standard policies, offering comprehensive protection for your vessel, crew, and passengers. Whether you seek coverage for hull and machinery, personal accident, or liability protection, our experts craft customized solutions to suit your specific needs.
Your boat may be covered, amongst others, in case of theft, a fire, a collision, grounding, lightning, storms or personal injury. In many countries, liability insurance is compulsory for the majority of boat owners. In addition, many ports and marinas will require you to present a valid insurance which cover at the very least liabilities and wreck removal before allowing you to berth.
With a deep understanding of the yachting world, we pride ourselves on delivering not just insurance but a seamless experience, ensuring you can navigate the open waters with confidence. Partner with us for a yacht insurance that not only secures your investment but also elevates your yachting experience to new horizons.
Covergage
We understand that you need not everyone uses a boat the same way. This is why we offer a wide range of adjustable covers in order to achieve a bespoke policy for your pleasure craft or commercial fleet:
Tailor-made Cruising
We can find coverage for almost any navigation plans, from simple Mediterranean sailing to circumnavigation.
Tropical Storms
Specialized coverage for hurricane and typhoon protection, essential for sailing in the Caribbean or Pacific regions prone to tropical storms.
Private, Charter and Racing Use
Tailored insurance solutions catering to the unique needs of private, charter, and racing vessel use, ensuring comprehensive protection.
Third Party Liability with Adjustable Limit
Coverage flexibility with adjustable limits for bodily injury, property damage, pollution, and wreck removal, addressing third-party liability concerns.
Hull and Machinery Loss or Damage
Comprehensive coverage against physical damage to the vessel, encompassing incidents such as collisions, grounding, and other perils.
Machinery Damage
Extended coverage tailored to protect machinery components of your vessel, ensuring financial security against unexpected damages and breakdowns.
Actual or Constructive Total Loss
Coverage for scenarios leading to either actual or constructive total loss of the vessel, providing financial protection in such challenging situations.
Personal Effects
Automatic inclusion of protection for clothing, personal effects, and fishing gear belonging to the boat owner and their guests, ensuring coverage for personal belongings onboard.
Personal Accident & Medical Expenses
Reasonable medical and related expenses are included for all those onboard, boarding or leaving the covered vessel. These benefits are provided on a per person basis, rather than per occurrence.
Salvage and Assistance
This coverage extends financial support for salvage operations and assistance needs, providing peace of mind in unforeseen maritime incidents.
Loss of Charter Hire
Financial protection against the loss of charter hire income, safeguarding your revenue stream in the face of unforeseen circumstances.
Tenders and Toys
Insurance coverage includes damage resulting from the use of dinghies and water sports equipment attached to the vessel.
Many other optional and specific coverages are also available depending on your needs. Discuss with us how we can find the best solutions for you.
Risk appetite
- Cruising :
- Worlwide
- Boat Type :
- Monohull, Catamarans and Motorboats
- Value :
- Upwards of 500 000 €
- Use :
- Private, Commercial and Racing
- Restrictions :
- Restrictions may apply depending on local legal requirements.
Contact
Call Us
+33 6 72 64 73 08
Address
15 rue des Halles, 75001 Paris