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  • Who we insure
    Tailored commercial marine insurance designed to meet your specific needs.  
    • Associations
      Designed to meet the collective needs of association members, our marine insurance supports organisations that bring people together through sailing and boating. With deep industry knowledge, we he...
      • Boat Repairs
    • Boat Dealers
  • Boatyards
  • Chandleries
  • Charities
  • Charter Companies
  • Marinas
  • Riggers
  • Sailing Clubs
  • Sailing Schools
  • Surveyors
  • Tradesmen
  • Yacht Clubs
  • Gig clubs
    Tailored insurance for gig clubs, designed to protect your operations, assets and members – so you can focus on running your club.
    • Our cover
      A summary of the different types of policy cover that we can offer to keep your business moving.
      • Cyber insurance
        Cyber insurance protects businesses against costs arising from cyber-crime activity such as; cyberattacks, data breaches and social engineering fraud.
        • Risk management for the Marine Trade
          Protect your marine business with tailored insurance. Safeguard employees, vessels, and property while reducing risks and costly disruptions.
           
        • About us
          Who is Haven Knox-Johnston Commercial and where do we come from?
          • Meet the team
            Meet the Commercial Team
            • How to make a claim
              Need to make a claim? Contact your local Commercial team for guidance, support and help getting your claim underway.
              • Benchmark Review Report
                The Benchmark Review Report is a risk management tool built to help you take control, identify vulnerabilities, and gain confidence in the areas you’re getting right.
                • Commercial Introducer Scheme
                  Partner with us through our Commercial Introducer Scheme
                  • Refer a business
                    Refer a business and both receive a £50 Amazon voucher
                    • Sustainability
                      The commercial marine industry must move towards more sustainable practices amidst growing environmental concerns and regulatory requirements.
                    • Work with us
                      Explore careers at Haven Knox‑Johnston Commercial. Discover current opportunities and meet the team behind our trusted marine trade insurance expertise.
                    • News
                      The latest news and insights, tips and other helpful information from your Commercial team
                    • Contact
                      Our dedicated account handlers are available to help with any queries.
                      • Posts

                        • Branding your business to stand out from the crowd
                          Discover practical, effective steps for marine businesses, boatyards, and mobile trades to strengthen their brand identity and protect their reputation.
                        • Fleet changes and finance: keeping cover aligned
                          Insurance as an extra income stream
                          Discover how marine businesses can generate extra income through insurance introducer agreements – simple, compliant and rewarding year-round.
                        • Canal blockages: are you covered?
                          Explore how business interruption insurance can respond to canal breaches and closures, helping protect your income if access to your site is disrupted.
                        • Insurance considerations for Boat Brokers
                          From liability to stock cover, explore the essential insurance considerations every boat broker should have in place to protect their business.
                        • Contractual risk: who’s responsible for what?
                          Professional indemnity insurance for marine trades
                          Understand Professional Indemnity insurance, what it covers and who needs it. Essential protection for marine businesses giving advice or services.
                        • Mobile trades on site: Insurance checks for marinas
                          Haven Knox-Johnston and Yacht Havens announce new partnership
                          A guide to building strong customer relationships
                          Stock sums insured
                          New Benchmark Review Report launched
                          Cyber attacks: The everyday risk to your business
                          Storm-proofing your business
                          Insurance for Marine Surveyors
                          A guide to exporting for UK marine businesses
                          Private vs. commercial boat insurance
                          How to protect your business as a boat builder
                          Commercial marine finance explained
                          The impact of tariffs on the UK marine industry
                          Marine Trade Insurance policy launched
                          How to grow your business in 2025
                          Cargo insurance
                          Skills gap in the marine industry
                          The marine industry has always been renowned for circulating the same people among companies, more recently however, a combination of factors has come together to create a perfect storm when it com...
                        • Business interruption insurance
                          Businesses can be unpredictable, and when implementing risk management strategies, it can be difficult to plan for every possible scenario. This is where business interruption insurance comes in.
                        • Understanding your Marine Trade insurance
                          This guide simplifies common terms in Marine Trade insurance to help businesses understand their coverage and make informed decisions.
                        • Marine Trade buildings insurance
                          Whether it’s a marina, boatyard, boat builder, boat repairer centre or marine equipment supplier that is operating from a premises that requires buildings insurance as part of your Marine Tra...
                        • Cyber liability insurance
                          In today’s digital landscape, businesses rely heavily on technology. Cyber liability insurance is crucial due to online interactions and the risk of cyber threats.
                        • Management liability insurance
                          Management liability provides cover for directors and senior decision makers of the company for their personal assets should they be negligent in their duties. Management liability has four section...
                        • Bristol Packet leads the way in passenger boat fleet electrification
                          We speak to Luke Dunstan, Director of Bristol Packet and explore how this iconic company is navigating it’s way to a more sustainable future with electrification.
                        • How to succeed as a self-employed trader in the marine industry
                          Self-employment is the dream of many marine industry professionals and can be immensely satisfying if the correct groundwork and preparations are carried out.
                        • Exploring grant funding for your marine business
                          If you are thinking about expanding your marine business then it would be prudent to look into any grant funding options that may be available to you. Let us guide you through the process.
                        • The benefits of employing an apprentice in the Marine industry
                          Apprenticeships enable businesses in the Marine industry to create unique employment opportunities with on-the-job training and development, for a new generation of marine professionals.
                        • Inland Marina Tour & Networking Day
                          Join us on a whistlestop tour of the Midlands finest inland marina’s hosted by The Yacht Harbour Association.
                        • Marine Trade insurance – avoiding common pitfalls
                          It goes without saying that making sure your insurance cover accurately reflects your business needs is critical. To help you avoid a costly oversight, we’ve put together a list of things to look...
                        • Setting up a marine business
                          Setting up a marine business requires some careful considerations, including aspects related to marine trade insurance. Here’s some key points to help you get started.
                        • What to consider when buying marina insurance cover
                          In the complex marina environment, the list of risks to business is extensive making it vital to ensure that your business mitigates the risks faced.  A tailored Marine Trade insurance policy is a...
                        • Commercial Marine Trade insurance
                          Running a thriving business in the marine industry demands unwavering dedication, creative problem-solving, long hours, and an intense focus. Enter the world of Haven Knox-Johnston Commercial.
                        • Marine Trade competition
                          Marine Trade Competition
                        • SIBS Marine Trade Competition
                          SIBS Marine Trade Competition
                        • Marine Trade Young Person Award
                          The team at our sister company, A-Plan Commercial Marine, recently sponsored the “Marine Trade Young Person Award”, which was presented to the very worthy Sophie Tapp of Maritime Yacht Services...
                        • Scottish RS21 youth sailing team
                          The Haven Knox-Johnston crew are proud to announce their partnership with sister Howden leisure marine team, A-Plan Commercial Marine, to become the joint-lead sponsors of a new Scottish RS21 youth...