As a boat owner, whether you have a rib, speed boat, jet ski, motor cruiser or yacht you will be taking every step necessary to ensure there is no risk to your boat, unfortunately there are some things that will happen despite your efforts. Therefore, marine insurance is imperative.

As specialized, independent marine intermediaries, We are dedicated to arranging the best available premium to meet your requirements. Our extensive knowledge of the risks and the insurance market place will enable you to rest easy, safe in the knowledge that the risks to your boat are covered.

We represent a number of selected insurers worldwide. Each quote is obtained directly from our underwriters through our sophisticated, networked computer system. This enables us to arrange cover that is tailored to your individual needs. It also means that our service is completely flexible, we can obtain cover for any vessel, for any use, on any waters!

We also aim to relieve you of the hassle involved in insuring your boat and guarantee to offer you the most cost effective means of doing so. For instance, we only use insurers that do not insist on seeing a recent survey or boat safety certificate. This makes it extremely easy to swap to a new insurer and can save you a considerable amount of money. Our insurers will also offer you a transferable ‘no claims bonus,’ thus reducing the cost of your policy even further.

Our online quotation service provides a fast and efficient way to insure your boat. Please obtain your quote by completing the short online form and you will receive a speedy response. We also have secure online payment facilities so you can cover your boat instantly

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGARDING MARINE INSURANCE

Do I Need A Survey?
A survey is not normally required for many cruising areas. However, in certain circumstances and for certain craft the Insurers may have to ask if a recent survey has been undertaken. Indeed, for Caribbean coverage a Wind Storm questionnaire is a definite requirement - this may possibly lead to a full survey being requested.

Do I Need Any Certificates or Qualifications?
For the most part there is no requirement for craft certification or operator qualification. Circumstances, cruising range and cover levels may affect this of course, additionally qualifications may even earn you a lower premium!

Can I Make Changes To My Policy Cover?
Alterations can be made to your policy at any time. The Insurance Provider may amend your premium for alterations which affect the levels of coverage. However, we at Compass Marine are on hand for policy changes at no extra charge to you. Our costs are already covered by the administration fee paid at the start/renewal of your policy.

What If I Sell My Boat?
If you sell your craft you can transfer your insurance cover (subject to any premium alteration) to your new vessel. In this way you can continue to benefit from your ‘No Claims Bonus’. Alternatively, you can pass the policy on to the new owner and (subject to coverage) they will be Insured up to the existing policy renewal.

What If I Need To Make A Claim?
To save you having to call Insurers direct and spend valuable time chasing around departments to speak to the right people, we take care of this for you. Our contact details are all you need. One call to us and we will dispatch the relevant claim forms immediately with details of your Insurers’ initial requirements.

Can I Insure Any Vessel?
As Insurance Intermediaries we pride ourselves on being able to find coverage for just about any craft, any age, any size and any cruising range. If we can’t find you coverage its probably not possible.

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