Marine Insurance for Boats
Insurance for boats is not automatic
- To get insurance coverage for boats, you must specifically request coverage prior to any loss. Use the Boat Insurance Request to request coverage.
- Historically, this program covers damage to boats/vessels, trailers (when used to transport boats or when stored for that purpose), and engines; boat valuation has been based on "like kind and quality" (not "new"). Coverage is subject to the current insurance policy terms and conditions.
- Units do not pay a premium for insurance for smaller boats. Premium is charged for major vessels.
- Get information about the insurance deductibles.
Some situations in which there might be no coverage, even for a scheduled boat
- Boats are borrowed or lent and there is no written agreement in place (or no insurance clause within a written agreement).
- University owned boats are not in the care, custody or control of the university, then the other party will likely need to insure the boat.
To file a claim
- Use the property loss reporting form.
If you have any questions contact propertycasualty@ucsc.edu.