Subsea & Underwater Equipment Operational Risk Insurance

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Specialist cover for ROVs, AUVs, diving systems, subsea tools, survey equipment and high-value underwater technology.

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Specialist Insurance for Subsea Operations & High-Value Underwater Assets

Subsea operations rely on highly specialised and expensive equipment - from ROVs and AUVs to diving systems, sonar arrays and underwater survey tools. These assets face unique risks such as entanglement, pressure damage, flooding, tether failure, collision, loss at depth and operational hazards. Insure24 provides tailored cover for marine contractors, offshore engineering firms, survey operators and diving teams.

What Subsea Operational Risk Insurance Covers

Comprehensive protection for underwater equipment and offshore work.


  • Damage to ROVs, AUVs & subsea drones
  • Loss at sea or at depth
  • Pressure-related & flooding damage
  • Tether, umbilical & cable failure
  • Collision with subsea structures
  • Electrical or hydraulic system damage
  • Theft of subsea or deck-stored equipment
  • Damage during lift, deployment or recovery
  • Operator liability during subsea work

Subsea Equipment Commonly Covered

We insure a wide range of high-value underwater and offshore systems.


  • Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)
  • Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
  • Diving equipment & life-support systems
  • Subsea tooling & cutting systems
  • Survey & inspection equipment
  • Sonar, magnetometer & imaging systems
  • Umbilicals, winches & launch/recovery units (LARS)
  • Data logging/sensor equipment
  • Engineering & maintenance tools

Why Subsea Operators Choose Insure24


  • Expert brokers for specialist subsea risks
  • Cover available for deepwater operations
  • Policies include liability for ROV/AUV operations
  • Protection during deployment, recovery & transit
  • A-rated marine insurers with global coverage
  • Customisable for offshore contractors & survey firms
  • Fast documentation & responsive claims support

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Does this insurance cover ROV/AUV loss at depth?

Yes - cover is available for accidental loss, entanglement or unretrievable equipment at depth, subject to policy terms.

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Are divers and diving systems covered?

Yes - diving gear, decompression systems, helmets, communication systems and associated tools can be included.

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Does the policy cover damage caused during deployment or recovery?

Yes - lifting, handling, deployment and recovery risks are a key part of subsea operational insurance.

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Is operational liability included?

Yes - liability for ROV/AUV operations, subsea activities and survey work can be included as part of your package.

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