Joint Hull Yacht Forum 2026: Superyacht Tender Towing – Risks and Considerations

The Joint Hull Committee’s Yacht Subcommittee will host its annual Yacht Forum on Thursday 01 October 2026 in the Old Library at Lloyd’s.

This in-person event will bring together specialists from across the superyacht sector for a panel discussion on superyacht tenders, with a particular focus on tender towing.

Drawing on perspectives from technical specialists, surveyors and those operating at sea, the panel will explore the practical considerations and key risks associated with towing tenders, and what insurers should be aware of when assessing exposures in this specialist area.

Speakers

• Dr Dan Rogers, Founder and Chief Technology Officer, Yacht Trace
• Paul Saunders, Head of Yachts and Principal Surveyor, ABL Yachts
• Dale Rogers, Chief Operating Officer, TowPro – Advanced Tow Protection
• Adam Jackson, Managing Director and Principal Surveyor, Assure Maritime
• Billy Stevens, Superyacht Captain

Audience

This forum is open to all yacht and hull practitioners.

Due to restricted numbers, if you register and subsequently are unable to attend, please email jackie.clark@lmalloyds.com.