About us

Your boat is more than "just a boat" to you. It represents a lifestyle that deserves to be protected by the best marine insurance on the water. With over 35 years of marine insurance experience, Markel Specialty provides a level of expertise that is unsurpassed in the marine industry. Plus, unlike a typical homeowners insurance policy, we focus on marine insurance and have developed a wide variety of marine insurance coverage for almost any type of boat or watercraft.

We understand the allure of the water because we’re boaters just like you.

We offer:
  • Countless coverage features to customize a policy around your specific needs
  • Discounts and cost-effective coverage options to save you money
  • Flexible payment options
  • Experienced underwriters and claims specialists
  • Fast and painless claims service

Markel is a proud partner of Warrior Sailing, an organization dedicated to healing and strengthening the lives of veterans through sailing. Visit warriorsailing.org to learn about Warrior Sailing and how you can donate to the program so they can continue to help the lives of wounded veterans.

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