Jake_K
PBO features editor
Reged: 20/07/2001
Posts: 186
Loc: Poole, Dorset UK
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Re: Insurance again
27/02/2008 20:43
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Hi Lumphammer
At the 2007 ExCel show, I asked Joe Field of Navigators and General (part of the Zurich group) if he would consider a special third-party policy for the Jesters. He's still saying 'Eeeerm...' but it might be worth another approach. The company sponsor a river race on the Broads, which looks like it should breed several claims!
Third party risk should be fairly low, as the only things we are likely to hit will probably do much more damage to us than we do to them. The only exception, of course, is fishing gear, and other competitors/Arc contestants. (Bet I ram a Halberg...)
As an aside, my ferro boat was uninsurable (no survey, uncertain parentage) but Pantanieus offered me third party on it, which wasn't too crippling. They also have a system whereby they automatically re-insure you when the policy lapses, and then chase you for payment!
This saves you sailing around uninsured when you forget it's due.
Maybe they would like to do a one-off premium for Jester? I'll ask...
A bit like classic bikes, Jester needs a compassionate insurer on side!
I'll keep you posted on any special race deals, as GJW don't cover me for the trip either...yet.
I wonder if Joe has stopped saying 'Eeerm' yet. At least he's been across Biscay on a small yacht in a storm.
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