As the devastating 2019 Atlantic hurricane season winds down, it can be valuable to look back at how this season affected the United States and what those effects mean for commercial marine businesses. It [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog News

Tagged: Hurricane Season 2019 Hurricanes Marine Insurance Merrimac Marine Insurance recovering from hurricane

As the majority of people have at least one social media site, businesses should rethink their marketing strategy if they are not already on board. The sheer reach and networking that is made possible [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Boat Dealers News

Tagged: Boat Dealers Boat Dealers Legal Liability Boosting Boat Sales with Social Media

As technology continues to boom, your clients are likely experiencing the shift in business practices. There is no better time to revisit their Recreational Marine Insurance Program to ensure they are secured against the [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: News Recreational Marine Insurance

Tagged: Boating Industry Trends Boating Technology 2016 Recreational Marine Insurance Program

A new announcement by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has revealed the positive impacts of the boating industry on the economy. It was announced that the jobs, businesses, and profits generated exceed $121 [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Boat Dealers News

Tagged: Benefits of Recreational Boating Boosting U.S. Economy Recreational Boat Dealers Insurance Program

Keeping a boat in the water rather than storing it away can pose some significant risks. While choppy water and harsh weather can damage the surface of the boat, it is imperative to take [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: News Recreational Marine Insurance

Tagged: Recreational Marine Insurance Program Storing Boat in Winter Winter Boating Storage

The holidays are upon us and thus, the boat parades are starting up. While your clients may want to show off their boat with a beautiful light display for the marina parade, there are [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: News Recreational Marine Insurance

Tagged: Boat Decorating Safety Tips Marina Parade Safety Recreational Marine Liability Insurance

Winter is almost here and temperatures are steadily dropping. If your clients are planning on storing their boat throughout the cold winter months, pass these tarp tactics along to them to reduce Marina Liability. [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marine Insurance News

Tagged: Marina Liability Winter Boat Storage Winter Tarp Tips

Accidental flooding on a boat can have deadly repercussions. Before venturing out on the water, boaters should educate themselves on the vessel, conduct a thorough inspection, and prepare for the worst weather scenarios. As [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marine Repairers News

Tagged: Boat Repairers Insurance Preventing Boat Flooding Vessel Flooding

Boat ownership can be incredibly rewarding, both practically and emotionally. However, repairing and restoring a boat is a labor of love. Nevertheless, restoring a boat to its original glory can increase the resale value [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marine Surveyors Insurance News

Tagged: Boat Restoration Tips Marine Surveyor Insurance Program Owner and Buyer Boat Restoration Tips

As we discussed in our previous post, issues with boats and equipment are inevitable. While these mishaps are undoubtedly frustrating, boaters can rest assured knowing there a few simple solutions for each. In addition [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: News Recreational Marine Insurance

Tagged: Common Boating Issues Recreational Marine Insurance Program Resolving Boat Issues