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    Boat insurance guide

    There is a general misconception that all boat insurance policies are the same - they are not! It would be a fantasy to believe that any one insurer or policy will give you absolutely everything you could wish for, so just how can you navigate through the small print? We hope this unbiased guide to boat insurance will help you to a greater understanding and balanced view of what is available. To find out more about the Pantaenius commitment, watch this video . Pantaenius now has a boat insurance app for the iphone - find out more here.

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    About Pantaenius

    About Pantaenius

    Pantaenius has been arranging insurance cover since 1899 and has grown into a world class enterprise.

    Top tips for comparing policies…

    Boat insurance guide

    Go for the cheapest and hope you don't need to claim, or go for the most expensive because that must be the best? Or take a more logical approach with…

    Will I be paid?

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    What to bear in mind if you need to make a claim and why insurers make use of the dreaded loss adjuster.

    How much will I pay?

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    If premiums differ between two insurers - unless one of them is making far more profit or benefits from economies of scale - then the events covered or how much…

    Why have a survey?

    Boat insurance survey

    A detailed survey helps your insurer assess the risk and might lead to a lower premium. But don't expect them to pay up for things that are missed.

    How much to insure for?

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    Boats vary so much in condition that the valuation will be generally down to you. So is it important to get it right? And what are the consequences of over-estimating?

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