As the interface between land and water, marina docks receive much of the attention in daily marina operations. Boaters and marina staff both use facility docks for many purposes, including launching, mooring, and fueling. [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marina Insurance

Tagged: Commercial marina coverage Marina Coverage marina dock marina dock safety Marina Insurance Marina Operations

The coronavirus pandemic has affected individuals and businesses on an unprecedented scale. Stay-at-home and self-quarantine orders have caused the shuttering of businesses across the country, including commercial marinas and yacht clubs. As restrictions ease [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marina Insurance

Tagged: Coronavirus COVID-19 disinfecting Marina Insurance Marina Patron safety Reopening

For boat owners, marinas offer a wide range of services, not to mention outdoor enjoyment. For marina operators, however, these facilities represent a diverse collection of risk exposures. Close proximity to water bodies and [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marina Insurance

Tagged: boat owners Marina Liabilities marina operator Marina Property marina risks

Marinas throughout the United States serve multiple roles for boat owners. Marinas and yacht clubs may provide storage, maintenance, fueling, and recreation for boaters and their guests. It is imperative that these facilities provide [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marina Insurance

Tagged: Electrical Best Practices Electrical Safety Marina Electrical Safety Marina Operations

In America’s coastal and lakeside communities, marinas offer boat owners a variety of services. Marinas and docks may provide fuel, food, vessel storage, maintenance, and recreation options, only to name a few of the [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marina Insurance

Tagged: Marina Expectations Marina Liability Marina Operators Marina Regulations Marina Safety