Superyacht insurance
Bespoke insurance programs for owners of large luxury yachts
Howden Marine & Logistics in conjunction with Howden Superyachts specialises in large, privately-owned super, mega yachts and charter yachts with values above $5m.
In view of the size and calibre of our portfolio we are able to arrange advantageous rates, structures and coverage mechanisms from our favoured international markets.
We work for yacht owners, captains, managers and home offices directly or through local brokers who seek to benefit from our preferential relationships with specialist superyacht Managing Agents (MGAs), as well as the Lloyd’s of London, European, US markets.
Our client advisory team is second to none in terms of knowledge and experience
We enjoy close working relationships with many of the top firms in the yachting industry and we only work with first class underwriters and insurers who can provide our clients with the security they require.
Howden Marine & Logistics
We are the largest broking team in the region with technical knowledge and experience extending beyond yachts to all facets of the maritime and shipping industry. Over the years we have developed outstanding relationships with insurers, clubs and even competitors to ensure our clients receive the best possible outcomes. Our partnerships with the specialist Howden Superyacht team gives us to access diverse insurance markets globally. Together we are equipped to service the superyacht market throughout Australia including New Zealand and the Pacific.
Howden Risk Advisory
Our Risk Advisory team can provide Vessel Valuations for multiple purposes such as:
- Insurance
- Financing Family Law
- Litigation
- Importation
- Financial Reporting
- Buying and Selling
Upon completion of their assessment a detailed valuation report will be issued, duly signed by an accredited Valuation Surveyor.
The true test of a broker is how they act during a claim
Howden Superyachts has a five-strong, dedicated yacht claims team and is one of the largest local and regional service brokers in Australasia operating through Howden Marine in Sydney with a dedicated claims manager.
The team handles, on average, more 800 claims per year across the globe, managing the process from first notification, to negotiations and expediting settlements.
Claims can occur for many reasons but understandably, the vast majority are crew related. From experience, we have learned that a happy captain and crew make for a happy boat, which is one of the main reasons for the size of our team. Anything we can do to maintain the on-board atmosphere, we go above and beyond to help.
Our history
Sturge Taylor & Associates Ltd joined the Howden Group in March 2021, and re-named as Howden Superyachts (previously known as Howden Sturge).
Founded in Antibes in the early 1970s by Nick Sturge, nephew of the then Chairman of Lloyds of London, we are one of the oldest established insurance brokers in this class of business.
Today, our specialist Yacht operations extend beyond Antibes, London, Southampton and Palma de Mallorca to include Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.
Our dedicated team of over 40 professionals is committed to providing the finest superyacht insurance products available in today’s marine market to service yacht clients worldwide.