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Hull
A comprehensive hull and machinery insurance product which is run by an experienced and recognised hull underwriting and claims handling team, backed by A-rated reinsurers.
Prudent shipowners and operators insure their ships and onboard equipment against damage or loss through a hull and machinery (H&M) policy. It may also include Increased-Value (IV), Freight Interest (FI) and/or Loss of Hire (LoH) insurance cover as required. West now provides such cover as part of its drive to give Members, non-members and brokers a wider market choice.
Key features
- Provides cover against loss of or damage to a vessel’s hull and machinery.
- Main conditions accepted, including the Nordic Marine Insurance Plan, Institute Time Clauses Hulls and American Hull Clauses. Other conditions are considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Cover may include increased-value, freight interest and/or loss-of-hire insurance if required.
- Run by an experienced and recognised hull underwriting and claims handling team, backed by A-rated reinsurers.
- Following recognised and renowned hull & machinery insurers.
Who can be insured?
West Hull is available to all West P&I Members as well as other high-quality owners and operators of blue water tonnage, focusing on:
- Tankers
- Bulkers
- Dry cargo vessels
How it works
West Hull is administered by a world-class Hull and Machinery underwriting team and fully supported by an A-rated panel of reinsurers.
West Hull will utilise the resources and expertise of the Club’s West Partner, Nordic Marine Insurance in Sweden with Jan Limnell leading the team.
FAQs
The Club are utiliising the services and expertise of our partner, Nordic Marine Insurance. Underwriting and claims handling processes are managed by Nordic Marine on behalf of West.
Why West of England?
Our strengths
- An international Club with a global membership
- A worldwide office network providing dedicated underwriting, claims and loss prevention service to our Members
- A Member of the International Group of P&I Clubs
