From an early age, most of us have learned that the combination of electricity and water can be dangerous. Unfortunately, electricity is part of our daily lives, and is crucial to nearly every business [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marina Liability

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Commercial marinas across the United States provide a wide variety of services for their clients. These facilities offer boat storage, fuel, maintenance and repair, and docking for vessels of all types and sizes. Several [...]

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Across the United States, millions of boat and watercraft owners utilize marinas for a variety of services. Commercial marinas typically offer fuel, provisions, mooring, and maintenance services for their boat-owning customers. These facilities are [...]

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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 [...]

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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 [...]

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Marinas and yacht clubs offer access to the water for boat owners as well as amenities like fuel, vessel storage, and mooring. Each of these valuable services come with unique risks. Unfortunately, not all [...]

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Marina and yacht club owners know that managing these facilities is complex. Maintaining the facility and its services while caring for their clients’ watercraft presents numerous risks, especially in emergency situations. Marina insurance is [...]

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Boats represent significant investments for your clients. Used for recreation and commercial endeavors, boats require care and upkeep throughout the year to maintain their performance and value. Although many of us think of boating [...]

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Tagged: Marina Insurance marina insurance program Marina Liability Merrimac Marine Insurance Winterization Tips for Marinas Winterizing Boats

Just like any other structure, docks need to be maintained. Docks are subject to weather changes, general wear-and-tear, and mildew, and decay. By maintaining a dock, your clients can ensure its appearance, safety, and [...]

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Tagged: Dock Insurance Dock Maintenance Recreational Marine Insurance Recreational Marine Insurance Program

While getting fuel for a car is dangerous, it also means that the same sentiment is carried towards refueling any type of boat. Marina Management encourages a safe fueling dock: these are the things [...]

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