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Boat insurance with a choice of underwriter (Berkshire Hathaway or Lloyd's), agreed value, $10m liability, proper racing cover and three-minute online quotes. Rated 4.8/5 by more than 3,000 customers. Melbourne office.
New Wave is a modern marine insurer that lets you choose your underwriter. Its policies are backed by two heavyweights, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance and underwriters at Lloyd's of London. You can get a quote online in about three minutes, with no survey needed on most new quotes. With 25,000+ customers, 30,000+ policies and a 4.8/5 rating from more than 3,000 verified reviews, it's one of the fastest-growing names in Australian boat insurance.
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View profileNew Wave was launched in 2018 by Hiller Marine, a specialist agency whose team brings more than 100 years of combined marine insurance experience. Co-founder Michael Hiller was a finalist for Young Insurance Professional of the Year at the ANZIIF Australian Insurance Industry Awards. The business has since added caravan and trailer insurance, won ANZIIF recognition and been named a 5-Star Innovator. Its sister brand Marine Bind sells instant online cover.
New Wave stands out for racing sailors and for owners who like choice: two underwriters, choice of repairer, and agreed value. Club Marine offers bigger emergency and personal-effects benefits. Pantaenius is the specialist for international cruising.
Suite 1208, 530 Little Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 · 1300 121 046 · help@newwavemarine.com.au. The main office is in Sydney.
Racing on Port Phillip? New Wave's dedicated racing sections are worth a look. See our guide to marine insurance in Melbourne and compare other marine insurance providers.
Last checked: September 2026. Always read the current PDS for your quote.
Customer perspective
★ 4.7 · 103 Google reviews
“Easy online access and quote was very reasonable compared to others”
Hi David, thank you for your review! We're pleased to hear you found the online quote process easy and our pricing competitive. We appreciate your support and look forward to helping you again in the future.
“Fantastic easy to use”
Hi Casper, thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear you found the process easy to use and the price reasonable.
“Unfortunately, I had to make a claim with New Wave Insurance this year, after a Queensland summer electrical storm which wiped out most of my electronics. I can only say that the whole process of making a claim was very painless but it still hurt my wallet, Thank you,”
Thank you for your review Carolyn. We are glad we could make the claims process easy and painless for you.
“NICE EASY TO DEAL WITH”
Thanks Trevor, we are glad to hear that you had a great experience with us!
“Quick and easy to get insurance, well priced”
Love to hear your feedback Louise, thank you!
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