British Superyacht welcomes Howden and MFB to our member portfolio

The strength of the British superyacht sector lies not only in the engineering excellence and craftsmanship of our members but also in the quality and expertise of the vital service providers that underpin the entire global industry. This commitment to holistic excellence is central to our objective: Bringing together the globally renowned quality and excellence of the superyacht industry around the British Isles.

It is with immense pleasure that British Superyacht announces the arrival of two distinguished new members: Howden and MFB.

The addition of these specialist firms significantly enhances the depth and breadth of knowledge within our network, reaffirming our collective status as Leading the Industry. As we continue to navigate a complex global market, having partners who are leaders in specialist insurance and maritime law is essential. We are now Stronger Together than ever, providing a complete circle of confidence for owners, managers, and the supply chain alike.

Howden: Global Expertise in Complex Risk Management

We extend a warm welcome to Howden, the international insurance broker, which joins us through its specialist superyacht division, Howden Sturge.

Howden is a globally recognized force in the insurance market, bringing critical insight into managing the substantial and unique risks associated with the world’s largest and most valuable private yachts. Their expertise is not limited to simply providing policies; they specialise in creating bespoke insurance programmes for high-value superyachts, often valued between €5 million and €500 million. By leveraging their access to key global markets, including Lloyd’s of London, they ensure our members and their clients benefit from advantageous coverage mechanisms and competitive structures.

In the superyacht world, where assets are priceless and operations are complex, having a broker focused on proactive risk advisory and robust claims management is indispensable. Howden’s dedicated team handles hundreds of claims annually, providing essential support—from hull and machinery coverage and loss of charter hire to complex liabilities, crew welfare, and even builders’ risks for new construction and major refits. Their presence reinforces the financial security and confidence that define the British sector’s reputation for excellence and reliability on the world stage.

We are delighted that Howden’s global scale and boutique specialism will now be directly accessible within the British Superyacht network, benefiting every member who deals with high-value risk management.

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MFB: Specialist Legal Assurance from the City of London

We are equally proud to welcome MFB (More Fisher Brown), a pre-eminent specialist shipping and maritime law firm based in the heart of London.

In an industry governed by complex international regulations and contracts, MFB provides the crucial legal bedrock that our members need to operate safely and effectively. Recognised for their expertise in shipping litigation, arbitration, and commercial law, MFB has a dedicated team focused specifically on the superyacht sector.

Their services cover the complete lifecycle of a superyacht asset, ensuring legal certainty in high-stakes transactions. This includes advising on sale and purchase agreements, intricate refit and new construction contracts, complex finance arrangements (including mortgages and security packages), and handling emergency admiralty and casualty incidents.

What makes MFB a particularly powerful addition is their ability to fuse deep legal knowledge with practical maritime experience. Their team includes qualified Master Mariners, offering clients the unique advantage of legal advice informed by decades of commanding commercial and naval vessels. This dual expertise ensures that advice is not just legally sound but commercially practical, a perfect synergy of the highest professional standards that aligns perfectly with the ethos of British Superyacht.

MFB’s involvement will provide our membership with unparalleled access to expert counsel, further solidifying the trust and professionalism that yacht owners and managers associate with the British superyacht community.

We look forward to seeing the collaborative opportunities these two world-class firms will bring to our community. Welcome aboard, Howden and MFB. We are truly Stronger Together in Leading the Industry.