Insurance ferro hulls

[ledhed]

Anyone in Australia got a ferro yacht insured ? Tried a couple of companies but they won't even give 3rd pty cover
I am thinking of buying one but not if i can't insure her
Any advice appreciated
Thanks

 

[BobPrell]

Anyone in Australia got a ferro yacht insured ? Tried a couple of companies but they won't even give 3rd pty cover
I am thinking of buying one but not if i can't insure her
Any advice appreciated
Thanks

I too am a thinker about buying ferro.

I had hoped that someone would respond by now.

The only thing I can think of is to use an agent/consultant.

Anyone in the world can answer.

 

[jwilson]

Anyone in Australia got a ferro yacht insured ? Tried a couple of companies but they won't even give 3rd pty cover
I am thinking of buying one but not if i can't insure her
Any advice appreciated
Thanks

In the UK I'd say try Yachtmaster Insurance - http://www.yachtmasterinsurance.co.uk/ - but I doubt if they cover Oz.

 

[Gordonmc]

There seems to be a particular problem in Australia in securing ferro boat insurance. The situation in NZ is less problematic and I have had no problem in the UK with 3rd party cover and have been offered fully comprehensive with no penalty because of the hull type.
There was a fairly recent discussion on this forum which might provide some pointers: http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f128/ferro-boat-insurance-in-australia-14376-4.html
One company which seems to get a few recommendations is Edward William Marine (no connection).
If you are still stuck it might be worth contacting the Hartley owners group.
I hope this helps.

 

[Greenheart]

Have a look here, too:

http://www.ybw.com/forums/showthread.php?t=301681&highlight=ferrocement

Not exclusively on insurance, but ferro background/pros & cons.