Understanding Maritime Insurance with Joanna Drysdale | Tales from the Superyacht Laundry

🎙️ What does it take to go from stacking supermarket shelves in Scotland to shaping the future of maritime insurance? In this episode, host Cherise Reedman chats with the unstoppable Joanna Drysdale, Director of Underwriting Services at MHG Insurance.



With humor, heart, and hard-earned insight, Joanna unpacks the complex world of crew insurance—from decoding policies to advocating for mental health at sea. Her journey is a powerful reminder that the right coverage isn’t just paperwork—it’s protection for the people who keep the industry afloat. ⚓🛡️



💡 This episode dives into: 🛠️ Behind the scenes of underwriting

📋 Crew insurance myths (and what you really need to know)

🧠 Mental health claims and why they matter

🚻 Gender differences in crew wellness

🧑‍✈️ Why captains play a crucial role in claims

📊 How data is driving better crew care

📣 The importance of educating crew on their benefits



If you're in the industry—or care about those who are—this episode delivers the clarity and candor the yachting world needs.



👉 Watch now for a breakdown of the insurance questions you didn’t even know you had.



🎧 Full interview with Joanna Drysdale available on all major podcast platforms.

📱 Follow us on Instagram: @yachtpearlsofwisdom | @mhginsurance

🎬 Produced by Maxine Holmes



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