A large white yacht, covered by superyacht insurance, sails on calm blue water under a partly cloudy sky and distant horizon.
A large white yacht, covered by superyacht insurance, sails on calm blue water under a partly cloudy sky and distant horizon.

Superyacht insurance

Bespoke insurance for luxury yachts

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Expert advice. Focused market access. Tailored cover.

Whether your yacht is used for leisurely coastal cruising, extended periods in the Mediterranean, or more ambitious voyages further afield, having the right insurance in place is essential.

At Haven Knox-Johnston Specialist, we understand that every superyacht owner has unique requirements and aspirations. Some enjoy regular day cruising and summer passages closer to home, while others pursue longer voyages and extended time on the water overseas.

Working with leading marine insurers, we can arrange bespoke insurance solutions designed around your vessel, intended use and cruising plans.

Cover can be arranged to help protect against risks including:-

Collision and impact damage
Fire, lightening damage, explosion and sinking
Storm and weather-related damage
Theft and vandalism
Mechanical or engine breakdowns*
Third party liability, including salvage and removal, environmental damage and pollution*

*Subject to policy terms and conditions.

Whether you’re enjoying weekends on the coast or planning a season in the Mediterranean, our specialists can help you secure protection that reflects your lifestyle and ownership requirements.

Comprehensive cover

We arrange insurance for a wide range of luxury yachts and superyachts, including vessels built by leading manufacturers such as Sunseeker, Princess, Fairline, Azimut, Ferretti, Sanlorenzo, Benetti, Heesen and the like. We offer flexible insurance solutions tailored to your vessel and intended use, including:

Hull & Liability
Protection & Indemnity (P&I) cover
Crew and guest personal accident cover
Third-party liability insurance
Towage and emergency salvage
Cover for tenders, RIBs, and outboards
Global coverage
Machinery failure and damage*
War, terrorism, and piracy risk extensions
Charter and commercial use*
Onboard personal belongings
Employer’s liability and crew medical/repatriation cover

*Subject to policy terms and conditions

Our policies are fully customisable to reflect your cruising intentions.

From coastal cruising and family weekends on the water to Mediterranean adventures and longer-distance voyages, superyacht ownership presents a unique set of risks and responsibilities.

Our specialist team understands the needs of owners of high-value vessels, helping arrange insurance solutions that provide confidence wherever your plans may take you.

Whether your yacht is based in the Mediterranean, the Caribbean or beyond, our specialists can arrange bespoke insurance solutions that reflect your vessel, your lifestyle and your plans.

What is specialist insurance?

The more ambitious your plans, the more likely you are to need insurance that’s negotiated and tailored to your precise needs.

For example, if you’re planning a bluewater cruise around the world for several years, you will need specialist cover to consider the range of territories and the timeframe of your plans; or if you have an exceptionally valuable vessel that you want to charter, this might call for specialist cover.

In short, any risk that cannot be covered by an ‘off-the-shelf’ style policy from a standard broker or provider is likely to need the specialist attention and custom insurance we provide.

Why choose Haven Knox-Johnston Specialist?

  • Full market access, allowing us to find the right cover for you on your behalf. Including P&I clubs.
  • Cruising route flexibility. We work with people who understand Bluewater cruising “habits,” and appreciate the desire of such Owners to visit unusual destinations.
  • Ability to assist with risks that cannot be covered by an ‘off-the-shelf’ style policy from a standard broker or provider.
  • Trusted by owners. From retirees planning their ‘once in a lifetime’ cruise to liveaboard families circumnavigating the globe, our clients trust us to cover what truly matters.
  • Dedicated in-house claims support should you need us mid-ocean.
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