Consolidating expertise
Following this acquisition, YachtSafe Global will operate under the Fort Insurance name. Dylan Schwerdtfeger, currently Director at YachtSafe, will be promoted to President of Fort Insurance USA, while John Gaffney, current President, will assume the role of Chairman of the Board. Hugo Jacquot, Managing Director of Fort Insurance, emphasizes that this expansion of the Fort Insurance brand in the United States will strengthen relationships with American customers.
Synergy between two leaders
John Gaffney, who has worked with Hugo Jacquot for many years, sees the merger of these two independent agencies, located in the two yachting capitals of the world, as a logical step. This alliance aims to offer additional benefits to customers on a truly global basis. âeuros
Dylan Schwerdtfeger expresses his gratitude to John Gaffney for guiding YachtSafe to its current position and entrusting him with its future management. He is convinced that this partnership with Fort Insurance will enable both offices to prosper in a mutually beneficial way.
About the companies
Based in Antibes, Fort Insurance stands out as an independent broker offering insurance services to an international clientele. For its part, YachtSafe Global, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, offers tailor-made yacht insurance solutions designed to effectively protect owners and their investments worldwide. âeuros
This strategic acquisition reflects Fort Insurance's desire to strengthen its position in the international superyacht insurance market, by combining the strengths and expertise of both companies to better serve a global customer base.
