Vessel owners depend on commercial marinas for a wide variety of needs. Marinas and yacht clubs provide fuel, maintenance services, and storage options, sometimes for vessels worth hundreds of thousands or even millions of [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Marina Liability

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The commercial maritime environment is filled with risks to employees and employers alike. Marine operations like shipbuilding, cargo ports, marinas, and vessel maintenance often utilize heavy equipment, high heat, and hazardous materials to do [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Commercial Marine

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In the commercial marine industry, workers face many risks. Long considered one of the most hazardous industries, shipyard and boat-building workers are exposed to numerous chemical and environmental substances. One of the most insidious [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Boat Builders Commercial Marine

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The commercial marine industry is well known as one of the riskiest industries. Workers in shipyards, cargo ports, and manufacturing operations are exposed to a wide variety of risks, including workplace hazards like burns, [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Marine Manufacturers

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The commercial marine industry is widely regarded as one of the most hazardous. Workplace injury rates among commercial marine workers rival that of industries like mining, logging, and heavy equipment manufacturing. In an effort [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Commercial Marine Marine Insurance

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Workers in the commercial marine industry face numerous risks on the job. The industry is known for its inherent hazards; shipbuilders and those working in commercial marine facilities like marinas, cargo ports, and boatyards [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Commercial Marine Marine Insurance

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Computing technology has transformed the business world. Industries have leveraged the power of data and high-speed computing to improve efficiencies. The commercial marine sector is no exception; technology has allowed it to streamline supply [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Commercial Marine Marine Insurance

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The maritime industry has long faced numerous risks. These risks evolve over time, and marine business owners know that they must address emerging risks with a proactive approach to ensure success. Marine insurance forms [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Marine Insurance

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As winter takes hold across the country, many boat owners wonder if their preparations are sufficient to withstand the harsh conditions of the winter months. Boat owners throughout the United States often store their [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Marina Liability Recreational Marine Insurance

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Recreational boating is a popular pastime the world over. In the United States, people use their boats for pleasure cruising, fishing, and watersports year-round. With millions of boats on the waterways in and around [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Recreational Marine Insurance

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