Marcel Herrera | Coast Insurance

Brought to you by Superyacht Services Guide, this episode of the Ben Taylor Podcast features Marcel Herrera of Coast Insurance, recorded on board MY SHEERGOLD at the Palma International Boat Show. Marcel explains how yacht insurance is moving beyond static policies and manual underwriting toward smarter, data-led risk management. The conversation covers Coast Insurance, CompareYachtInsurance.com, dynamic underwriting, smart vessel monitoring, broker relationships, owner experience, and the future of usage-based marine insurance. For yacht owners, brokers, underwriters, and marine professionals, it is a practical look at how technology can reduce claims, improve transparency, and create a stronger partnership between insurers and clients.Key Points: Smart monitoring is reshaping yacht insurance.  Usage data could redefine future premiums.  Brokers remain critical for complex marine risk.