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Superyachts

Willis, a WTW business, provides specialized superyacht insurance, covering physical damage, liability, crew medical, and sub-sea operations, with teams in London and Fort Lauderdale.

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Working with our superyacht team

Based in the major hubs of London and Fort Lauderdale, we consider yachting to be a fraternity – one of which we are proud to be a part. We understand that arranging insurance for your superyacht demands levels of discretion and specific knowledge, which are core to our personalized service.

We understand the unique needs of superyacht owners and offer bespoke insurance programmes to protect your valuable investment. With our industry expertise, we pride ourselves on delivering the best insurance solutions tailored to your specific requirements.

Superyacht insurance solutions

Hull and machinery

Protects your superyacht against physical damage from accidents, including collisions, grounding, and fire. Our cover helps ensure any necessary repairs or replacements are taken care of.

Protection and indemnity

Provides liability protection for you, your crew, and passengers. It covers legal costs, third-party liability claims, and pollution liability, ensuring financial protection against unforeseen incidents.

Crew liability

Offers protection for your crew members in case of injury, illness, or death while working onboard. This cover includes medical expenses, repatriation costs, and loss of income.

Conversion construction risks

If you are undertaking a major conversion or construction project on your superyacht, this cover aims to protect against risks associated with the process, including damage to the vessel and liability issues.

Pre-delivery sub-contractors

Covers risks encountered by sub-contractors involved in the construction of your superyacht, helping provide comprehensive protection during the build process.

Subsea equipment

Extends cover to valuable subsea equipment, such as submarines or remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), protecting against damage during operation or transportation.

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    Hull and machinery

    Protects your superyacht against physical damage from accidents, including collisions, grounding, and fire. Our cover helps ensure any necessary repairs or replacements are taken care of.

  2. 02

    Protection and indemnity

    Provides liability protection for you, your crew, and passengers. It covers legal costs, third-party liability claims, and pollution liability, ensuring financial protection against unforeseen incidents.

  3. 03

    Crew liability

    Offers protection for your crew members in case of injury, illness, or death while working onboard. This cover includes medical expenses, repatriation costs, and loss of income.

  4. 04

    Conversion construction risks

    If you are undertaking a major conversion or construction project on your superyacht, this cover aims to protect against risks associated with the process, including damage to the vessel and liability issues.

  5. 05

    Pre-delivery sub-contractors

    Covers risks encountered by sub-contractors involved in the construction of your superyacht, helping provide comprehensive protection during the build process.

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    Subsea equipment

    Extends cover to valuable subsea equipment, such as submarines or remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), protecting against damage during operation or transportation.

Our customised policies are crafted to meet the individual requirements of each client. We consider factors such as the yacht's value, intended use, and cruising areas to create a policy that offers the right level of cover. Whether you own a luxury motor yacht, a sailing yacht, or a mega yacht, our experts will work closely with you to ensure your insurance programme aligns with your needs.

For specialty insurance solutions for your superyacht, please contact us.

Superyacht insurance FAQs

Superyacht insurance is typically purchased by superyacht owners to protect their high-value assets. These owners may include wealthy individuals, families, and corporations who own and operate superyachts for personal or commercial use.

To determine if you need superyacht insurance, consider the value of your yacht and the specific risks associated with its operation, such as physical damage, liability to third parties, and crew medical expenses. Evaluate whether you need specialized coverage for activities like sub-sea operations, construction, and pre-delivery phases. Given the unique risks and high value of superyachts, consulting with a specialist insurance broker is advisable to ensure you have personalized and comprehensive protection.
Policyholders can expect a streamlined and personalized process, managed by a dedicated claims specialist or account manager.
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