A RIB or "Rigid Inflatable Boat" usually consists of a strong rigid frame with a tough inflatable skin that ensures the weight of the vessel is kept to a minimum. The addition of an outboard or inboard engine then ensures that the RIB can travel very fast over the water and remains excellent value for money whether the vessel is being used for cruising, fishing or water skiing. These type of vessel have evolved to become a popular choice for mariners who wish to carry out a number of marine activities.
Our RIB policies ensure you are fully covered in the event of an accident, whether you wish to cover a small 3M RIB or larger 15M RIB we can help.
We can cover Ribs up to 25 years old with no survey required, benefits of our RIB policies include:
- £5 Million Liability cover for you and any person navigating or in charge of your vessel with your permission
- Up to £3 Million Water Skiing and Water toys liability (if required)
- Agreed Value policy
- Theft cover
- Transit Cover
- Underwater Damage cover to hull and engine(s) as standard
- Dropping off or falling overboard of outboard motors
- 12 Months in Commission (if required)
- Cover for all risks of accidental, physical loss or damage to your vessel and the property described in your Certificate of Insurance "Agreed Value" insurance
- If a claim arises while your vessel is moored at her home marina no excess will apply and you will not lose your no claims bonus
- Personal accident cover for personal injuries or death for you and people on board your insured vessel
As you appreciate there are a few exclusions:
- Loss, damage, liability or expense intentionally caused by or consented to by you or arising from unseaworthiness resulting by you
- Cost of repairing any defect from a prior repair, alteration or maintenance work
- Design or construction fault
- Loss and damage caused by wear and tear and lack of reasonable maintenance
- Loss and damage caused by insect, vermin, damp and marine life
- Theft of insured gear and equipment unless it follows violent forcible entry into your vessel or place of storage
- Theft of insured personal effects unless it follows violent forcible entry into the vessel or vehicle while in transit
- Theft of your outboard motor unless it is secured to your vessel by an appropriate anti-theft device in addition to its normal method of attachment or violent forcible entry into the vessel or place of storage
- Theft or loss of boats, such as dinghies or tenders, not permanently marked with the name of the parent vessel