Boat dealers know that the key to business growth is bringing in new customers. Marketing is the means by which this customer engagement occurs. By marketing a dealer’s products and services, the business can [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Boat Dealers

Pollution risks loom large for marinas throughout the United States. Since many marinas offer a range of services to boat owners, such as sewage pumping, fueling, and boat maintenance, the possibility of a spill [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marina Liability

Winter weather is known for creating treacherous conditions on the roads. Many people, including marina owners, know that this same weather presents numerous risks to safe marina operations. When the temperature drops and winter [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marina Insurance

The maritime industry relies on tugboats and barges for a wide range of applications. Tugs are used to pilot vessels into and out of ports, while barges are used to transport bulk materials. The [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Cargo Shipping

For commercial ferry services, risks are an inherent part of daily operations. These risks can result in injury, property damage, property loss, or tragedy if not adequately addressed. Managing ferry risks falls to a [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Commercial Marine

Radar has been a ubiquitous instrument in shipping since the early part of the 20th century. The technology dubbed Radio Detection And Ranging (RADAR) by the United States Signal Corp in 1939, had its [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Cargo Shipping

Mooring is a critical aspect of ship operations. Whether mooring to a fixed structure like a dock or port berth, or affixing a ship to a floating platform or other vessel, mooring operations represent [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Commercial Marine

Cargo ships are perhaps the largest driver of global economies. By transporting millions of tons of cargo between producers and end users each year, these critical transportation components are invaluable. Protecting that cargo – [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Cargo Shipping

Whether operating a boat for recreation or working at sea aboard a commercial vessel, seafarers face numerous risks. In the commercial shipping environment, year-round operations mean that shipboard workers can be exposed to severe [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Commercial Marine

Commercial marinas face many risks in their daily operations. These facilities are responsible for delivering a range of services and for protecting millions of dollars in boating investments from harm. Marina risk management is [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marina Insurance