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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 Deadly Hazard of Urination

Have you ever heard of "Micturition syncope"? This is a fainting spell that can occur during or, more commonly, immediately after urination due to a severe drop in blood pressure. On board, such a collapse is not only particularly dangerous, but can also be fatal in the worst cases.

Boat Engines and Drives - The right maintenance and care is essential

Boat engines require a lot of care in order to keep them going steadily. Particularly older engines are often being neglected for any number of reasons.

The Line of Least Resistance

Open waters are not exactly the place you want to be caught off guard by a thunderstorm. On a sailing boat, quite often, the mast is the tallest object by far and wide, and most times lightning chooses the tallest spot in its surroundings.

What sailors can do for the environment

Although sailing uses the energy of the wind, every trip leaves an ecological footprint. Every sailor, be it on his own boat or on a chartered boat, can reduce this footprint with just a few small changes.

Emergencies – Cheat Sheet

If a crewmember is seriously injured, the mast breaks or the vessel is taking on water; sometimes even the most experienced sailors fail to react prudently and with the necessary speed. But these kind of stressful situations can be rehearsed and the course of action practised, with the help of checklists and emergency rolls.

When extinguishing a fire can lead to explosion

Pantaenius explains the essential role played by the battery and why the thoughtless extinguishing of a fire on board can have devastating consequences for both man and yacht.

On tour with Mietzi and Bello

Dogs and cats are often considered full family members, so why not take your furry roommates with you on the trip?

How to survive the most severe hurricane

We are at greatest risk from storm damage during spring and autumn, which means an increased risk potential for water sports enthusiasts.

Careful with those spray cans!

It was going to be a normal working day in winter storage when the owner of a nine metre long yacht was suddenly hit by a huge shock wave.

Caution, flammable!

Whether acetone, nitro diluent or two-component putty: owners are bound to use flammable materials in winter storage.

First check, then take off

Arrive, unpack, enjoy, leave – nice! If only it could be like this at the beginning of a charter trip! But before you can relax into your holiday, it’s important to check the boat thoroughly and instruct the crew.

Diesel Plague

If the engine suddenly breaks down or cannot be started at all after a long period of standing, many owners often do not know what they are dealing with.

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