Business Details
37 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Marine Insurance Solutions in Newport Beach
Hayden Insurance has been delivering specialized marine insurance solutions since 1989, combining deep industry expertise with personalized client care. Our team of seasoned professionals brings decades of hands-on maritime experience, including yacht brokerage, sailing instruction, and vessel operations, ensuring tailored coverage for boat and yacht owners. We prioritize direct communication and swift service, as evidenced by client testimonials praising our responsiveness and absence of automated systems.Our partnerships with top-rated domestic carriers and Lloyds of London syndicates provide clients with reliable, comprehensive protection. With a legacy rooted in Newport Beach's boating community, we remain committed to safeguarding maritime assets while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and client satisfaction.
Services
Boat Insurance
Commercial Marine Insurance
Mexico Liability Insurance
Emergency Assistance
Marine Surveyors
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of specialized marine insurance expertise
- Personalized yacht insurance solutions since 1989
- Partnerships with A-rated domestic carriers
- 24/7 emergency towing and repair assistance
- Direct communication with experienced brokers
What people say
Efficient and informative
Real human assistance
Excellent service
Prompt document delivery
Professional guidance
Services
Boat Insurance
Comprehensive boat insurance protects recreational watercraft owners against physical damage, liability claims, and emergency expenses. Our policies cover hull, engine, and onboard equipment with customizable limits. Clients benefit from partnerships with top-rated carriers and personalized risk assessment.
Commercial Marine Insurance
Specialized coverage for marine businesses including boatyards, yacht dealers, and marinas. Policies combine liability, property, and pollution protection in single packages. We offer inventory coverage, equipment protection, and tailored solutions for commercial vessel operations and repair facilities.
Mexico Liability Insurance
Liability protection for US-registered vessels operating in Mexican waters. Coverage includes bodily injury and property damage with tiered limits up to $500,000. Policies meet legal requirements for navigation in Gulf of California, Pacific coastal waters, and Yucatan Peninsula regions.
Emergency Assistance
24/7 emergency towing, repair coordination, and supply delivery for distressed vessels. Services include access to approved marine surveyors, pollution cleanup resources, and immediate claims assistance. Available for both insured and non-insured boaters in critical situations.
Marine Surveyors
Curated network of certified marine surveyors for insurance valuations, damage assessments, and pre-purchase inspections. Our directory includes specialists in yacht construction, engine systems, and regulatory compliance. Surveyors meet insurer approval standards for accurate, reliable evaluations.
People
Michael Hayden
Owner / Broker
Founded Hayden Insurance in 1989 after careers as a sailing instructor and delivery captain. Third-generation Newport Beach resident with transpacific sailing experience and Ericson 35-foot sailboat ownership. American Legion Yacht Club member.
Gina Glassell-Doyle
Owner / Insurance Agent
Licensed since 1997, partner since 2008. Newport Beach native with lifelong maritime connections through family on Balboa Island. Former 30-foot sailboat and 34-foot powerboat owner. Specializes in personalized yacht insurance solutions.
Casey Morales
Insurance Agent
Licensed agent since 2014 with background in customer service. Southern California native with family boating experience. Focuses on client education and policy customization for recreational and commercial vessel owners across multiple states.
Danielle Sullivan
Insurance Agent
New Jersey native now in San Diego with yacht-building spouse. Combines photography background with marine insurance expertise. Active in San Diego Yacht Club, providing local knowledge and family-focused insurance solutions for watercraft owners.
Caitlin Carpenter
Customer Service Rep
Huntington Beach native with marine industry upbringing. Joined Hayden in 2019, specializing in policy administration and client communication. Maintains Huntington Beach connections while supporting insurance operations in Southern California waters.
Questions
What types of boats qualify for coverage?
We insure pleasure craft from small powerboats to luxury yachts, including sailboats, fishing vessels, and personal watercraft up to 100 feet in length.
Do you offer claims assistance outside business hours?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency services include after-hours claims coordination, towing assistance, and immediate access to approved repair facilities nationwide.
Can I get insurance for international boating trips?
We provide Mexican watercraft liability insurance and coordinate coverage for Caribbean and Pacific voyages through Lloyds of London syndicates and international partners.
What's included in commercial marine packages?
Our packages combine hull coverage, liability protection, pollution insurance, and equipment coverage tailored to boatyards, marinas, and yacht dealerships with single-policy convenience.
How quickly can I obtain proof of insurance?
Digital documentation typically issued within minutes for standard policies, with emergency liability certificates available immediately through our Mexican insurance partner.
Do you insure newly purchased vessels?
Yes, we offer temporary coverage for new acquisitions and coordinate builders risk insurance for custom yacht construction projects with agreed value protection.
