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Commercial Hull Insurance
Commercial Hull insurance provides cover for vessels used for commercial purposes on Australian Waters. This is ideal for those operating charter vessels, small work boats, tugs and barges.
Commercial Hull insurance policies will generally cover you for:
- Accidental damage
- Accidental sinking - providing the vessel is in a seaworthy condition at the time of sinking
- Theft & malicious damage
- Personal and crew property
- Legal liability cover for accidental death or bodily injury to a person other than you and your crew
- Legal liability for accidental damage to other person's property
- Passenger liability for bodily injury to a passenger whilst being carried by the commercial vessel or caused by food and drink prepared and served by you
Who needs Commercial Hull Insurance?
You should consider arranging Commercial Hull insurance if;
- You are operating charter service (carrying passengers)
- You are operating a commercial vessel on Australian waters
- You are working with your local Port Authority
Important Tips
Most charter and commercial vessel operators will require insurance not only for their own protection but regulations set out by your state's Port Authority.
You should confirm with your local waterway to confirm that you meet their guidelines by having the right insurance cover. This will ensure you are protecting your interest and you business if there is a peril at sea. If you are the skipper, you are responsible.
More Information
To obtain a quotation or further information on Commercial Hull Insurance you can contact one of our experienced insurance brokers on 1300 503 503.
Alternatively, click here to complete a Commercial Hull Insurance quote request online.