British Marine
British Marine specialises in providing tailored marine insurance, including Hull and Machinery and P&I cover, backed by the financial strength of QBE for small to medium-sized specialist vessels globally.
Services & Expertise
Tailored P&I Cover
Comprehensive Protection and Indemnity insurance tailored for owners of small, medium-sized, and specialist vessels.
Comprehensive H&M Cover
Hull and Machinery insurance designed to cover physical damage to vessels and specialised marine equipment.
Excellent Claims Support
Proactive and collaborative claims handling to resolve valid claims fairly, efficiently, and supportively.
Risk Assessment Surveys
Specialist marine surveys and risk assessments to identify hazards and prevent potential losses.
Loss Prevention Advice
Expert guidance, bulletins, and resources to help vessel operators navigate legislative changes and operational risks.
Asia P&I Cover
Dedicated underwriting and claims handling for Asian P&I business managed through the Singapore office.
FD&D Cover
Freight, Demurrage and Defence insurance to assist with legal costs and disputes arising from vessel operations.
About Us
Navigating the complexities of global waters requires robust protection, which is why British Marine delivers tailored marine insurance solutions designed specifically for small to medium-sized specialist vessels. Backed by the immense financial strength of QBE, our team combines the traditional values of a mutual with the security of a leading commercial insurer.
Securing British Marine Global Vessels
Operating globally demands deep sector insight, a capability we have refined since our founding in 1876. Drawing on the expertise of former International Group club professionals, maritime lawyers, and master mariners, we ensure your operational risks are thoroughly understood and mitigated.
Tailored Specialist Maritime Cover
Vessel owners require precise protection that addresses the unique hazards of modern maritime operations. Our comprehensive suite of insurance products is designed to safeguard your assets and minimise liabilities across the globe:
- Tailored P&I Cover: Comprehensive Protection and Indemnity insurance designed specifically for owners of small, medium-sized, and specialist vessels.
- Comprehensive H&M Cover: Hull and Machinery insurance engineered to cover physical damage to vessels and specialised marine equipment.
- FD&D Cover: Freight, Demurrage and Defence insurance providing vital assistance with legal costs and disputes arising from vessel operations.
- Asia P&I Cover: Dedicated underwriting and claims handling for Asian P&I business, managed directly through our Singapore office.
- Excellent Claims Support: Proactive, collaborative claims handling focused on resolving valid claims fairly, efficiently, and supportively.
- Risk Assessment Surveys: Specialist marine surveys and risk assessments designed to identify hazards and prevent potential losses.
- Loss Prevention Advice: Expert guidance, bulletins, and resources to help vessel operators navigate legislative changes and operational risks.
Proactive Global Claims Partnership
When incidents occur at sea, our collaborative approach ensures we do not look to find fault or avoid paying valid claims. Clients benefit from a supportive, efficient resolution process that minimises downtime and keeps maritime businesses moving forward.