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      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...
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        • NEW 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.
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            • 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...