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Craftsmanship Meets Liability: Risk Realities for Recreational Boat Builders
February 24, 2026
Recreational boat building blends craftsmanship, customization, and engineering precision. Unlike mass manufacturing, many builders rely on hands-on...
Maritime Employers Liability vs. USL&H: Key Differences for Marine Businesses
February 19, 2026
Many marine businesses employ workers who, on a daily basis, juggle both land-based and water-based tasks. The...
Insurance for Marine Crane Contractors: Key Liability Exposures Explained
February 17, 2026
Marine crane operations operate near docks, barges and vessels. In this environment, one little mistake can turn...
What Boat Dealers Need To Know About Test Rides, Demos, and Inventory Liability
February 12, 2026
Test rides and on-water demonstrations are essential sales tools for boat dealers. They allow customers to experience...
Are Your Clients Ready for Spring Regattas? Yacht Club Insurance Considerations
February 10, 2026
For many yacht clubs, spring regattas mark the official start of the active boating season. Increased participation,...
Commercial Marine Programs Explained: When Standard Marine Coverage Isn’t Enough
January 29, 2026
Many marine businesses begin with standard marine insurance coverage. Early on, that approach often works. Operations are...
Ship Repairers Insurance: Managing Third-Party Property and Custody Risks
January 27, 2026
Ship repairers routinely take physical control of customer-owned vessels, equipment, and onboard systems. Whether a vessel is...
Boat Rental Operations: Preparing Rental PWC Programs for Early Bookings
January 22, 2026
Early reservations for Jet Ski and personal watercraft (PWC) rentals are becoming the norm, not the exception....
How Yacht Clubs Can Strengthen Volunteer & Officer Liability Protection
January 20, 2026
For many yacht clubs, the start of the year brings newly elected officers, refreshed committees, and full...
Seasonal Risk Management for Marinas During the Winter Off-Season
January 14, 2026
You would think winter would be a low-risk season for marinas — and that the last thing...
Getting a Head Start on Q1 Boat Dealer Insurance Renewals
January 12, 2026
For many retailers renewing their boat dealer insurance, the first quarter of the year is a critical...
Insurance Mistakes Marine Manufacturers Make — and How Agents Can Help
December 22, 2025
Marine manufacturing operations are uniquely complex, blending heavy machinery, specialized materials, and production processes that carry significant...