Journal

Bern/Hamburg, 11 February 2025 – As of 1 April 2025, Murette AG Yachtversicherungen will become part of the Pantaenius Group. This marks the union of two long-established family businesses known for comprehensive insurance solutions in the world of water sports.

Inflation can affect the value of a yacht. Find out when and how to adjust your cover if necessary.

Hamburg-based insurance broker Pantaenius celebrates 125 years, a foundation upon which Harald Baum and his family continue to build Europe's leading yacht insurance experts.

SVB and Pantaenius have a lot in common: we are traditional family businesses, we are leaders in the water sports industry and we offer expertise from water sports enthusiasts for water sports enthusiasts. Working hand in hand, we are committed to making water sports even safer and easier for you. Together we can offer you an even more comprehensive service, anytime, anywhere.

Reports of orcas biting rudder blades and causing sailboats to sink are becoming more and more frequent. But how great is the risk really? And what can you do if there is an encounter between orcas and a sailboat?

Sudden engine failure? Drifting towards the beach, unable to manoeuvre? Then you need to act fast! And sometimes even towing assistance may be necessary. But salvage can entail a fee. What you need to know about towing.

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.

The Monaco Energy Boat Challenge will take place this July for the tenth time, and Pantaenius is delighted to support WannSea in its participation. The project, lead by students at the Technical University of Berlin, is developing an efficient, sustainable boat propulsion system.

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.

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.

Whether for a swim stop or a whole night, anchoring is part of yachting and water sports. In many harbours in the Mediterranean, you can't do without it. Moreover, it is safety-relevant to master the corresponding manoeuvres. We show you how to anchor properly…

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.