World Class Coverage
Our yacht insurance options offers superior coverage for pleasure yachts 36 feet or greater in length. And for captained vessels 70 feet or greater in length and valued at $3 million or more, our concierge yacht insurance advisors have the specialty knowledge you and your crew need. Protect your superior watercraft with superior protection from Eton Bridge Insurance.
Exceptional Service
Eton Bridge Insurance specializes in providing insurance for yacht owners. With over two decades of experience insuring all types of yachts around the world, experience the service and expertise Eton Bridge provides.
Yacht Insurance Highlights
Agreed Value Coverage
No deductible, for a total loss. Eligible vessels can receive Replacement Cost coverage up to 120%.
Marina Environmental Damage
Protection for fines and penalties as a result of marine environmental damage, as defined by the policy terms.
Marinas as Additional Insured
Marinas, yacht clubs and similar facilities where clients keep their vessels are included as Additional Insureds.
Liability Protection
Limits of coverage to suit your personal needs, including: legal defense costs, liability as required by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, wreck removal, and Jones Act coverage for paid crew.
Replacement Cost Loss Settlement
Repair or replacement of covered property is paid for without deduction for depreciation for most partial losses.
Uninsured / Underinsured Boater Coverage
Pays for bodily injury to persons aboard the insured watercraft who are injured by an uninsured owner or operator of another vessel.
Search and Rescue
Coverage for the expenses incurred by an insured in relation to a governmental unit such as the United States Coast Guard (USCG) who provide emergency aid and assistance.
Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA)
When, coverage is automatically provided for those employed aboard the vessel who are within the jurisdiction of the LHWCA.
Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA) Coverage
Provides coverage in addition to the Liability limit, up to the required OPA statutory limits, regardless of the Liability limit chosen. Additionally, if the OPA statutory limit is increased in the future, the policy will automatically increase the applicable OPA limit to match the new higher statutory limits.
Personal Property and Fishing Equipment Coverage
Protection is automatically included for the clothing, personal effects and fishing gear of the boat owner and their guests. Optional higher limits are available.
Temporary Substitute Watercraft
Charter a temporary substitute watercraft if the insured vessel is out of commission due to a covered loss and cannot be repaired within policy timeframe.
Bottom Inspection
Coverage for the reasonable costs to inspect the bottom of an insured vessel after grounding, stranding, or striking a submerged object.
Common Questions About Yacht Insurance
Answers to the questions yacht owners ask most about named storms, navigation limits, crew, and charter use.
