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Small cause, big effect: Every year Pantaenius handles more than 6000 claims. A large proportion of these could have been prevented by the simplest preventive measures. Here in our prevention tips-section you can find out what owners themselves can do to avoid taking unnecessary risks on the water.

The first time on a boat ‒ A little 101 for skippers and guests

Pantaenius sees many personal injuries that could easily have been avoided ‒ because it is often a lack of experience with boats that leads to injuries. A short guide for skippers and guests.

Lithium batteries on boats: What is important?

Lithium batteries surround us every day in smartphones and tablets. But lithium batteries are also increasingly being used on boats, be it for water toys, service equipment or boat engines. Their potential is great! However, if used improperly, lithium batteries also pose risks. We show you what to beware of.

THE FUTURE OF ANTIFOULING, AND WHY IT IS CHANGING

Nobody wants fouling on their boat, but at the same time nobody wants dead waters. Regulations and laws are increasingly restricting the use and composition of antifoulings - the future could lie in diverse and individual solutions.

Attention, Winterstorm!

Being well prepared for wet, windy, and cold weather is all part of boat ownership in winter. However, one should not only rely on the work done at the beginning of the winter break. In the face of acute storm warnings, it is advisable to prevent damage with renewed checks and precautions.

Engine care – checks you can easily carry out

In order to prevent major damage, proper engine care also plays a role in addition to the major engine inspection. Even a small action here and there can make all the difference. We have compiled a list of the checks you can easily carry out during the season for outboard and inboard motors.

Spring Awakening – Time to get shipshape for the season

It is a sad fact that every spring, shortly after launching, many boats moored safely at the quay then sink, and turn what can be the most beautiful time of the year into a fiasco.

Wintering in the water

Many boats and yachts find themselves manoeuvred onto the dry in autumn. For those left on the jetty as winter approaches, it's time to dress warmly for the cold months ahead.

The 1x1 of the life jacket

From dinghies to superyachts, the lifejacket is an absolutely necessary piece of on board equipment – it is the essential gadget of the seas. Or at least, it should be.

The most common causes of rig failure

In addition to a detailed inspection of the rig before or after the season, in-between checks are just as important for ensuring safety on board.

Accelerate Safely

Clean, effective and easy to use - for cooking, heating or cooling. Gas-powered systems can now be found on almost every yacht. However, this popular energy source also has a high risk potential.

Check the rig!

While many yacht owners devote themselves to polishing hulls, greasing winches and repainting bulkheads during winter, they often completely overlook one of the most critical parts of their yacht: the rig.

Charter protection: Better to be safe than to appear safe

The best-known way to protect one's deposit or total trip cost against the bankruptcy of a provider is the security certificate. But this also has pitfalls. The experts at Pantaenius explain why security certificates are not automatically safe and which alternatives provide greater flexibility.

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