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Prevention | Weather

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.

Insurance Insights

Skipper Third Party Liability Insurance - Safety and Security for Skippers

As any skipper knows, it only takes a moment of inattention or one misjudged manoeuvre for an incident to occur.

Cruising | Aboard

When it comes to understanding anchor types, it is important to make informed decisions that are right for both your boat and envisaged marine lifestyle. The evolution of designs over the past few decades has significantly improved anchor reliability, making it essential to understand the nuances of each type to make the correct decision. Selecting the right anchor is crucial for the safety and stability of your boat, especially during different types of cruising.

Prevention | Maintenance & Technology

Protecting your marine investment and how to mitigate depreciation

Investing in a boat opens up a world of possibilities for adventure and relaxation on the water. At Pantaenius UK, we understand the significance of safeguarding your boat from unnecessary depreciation - here are some tips that will help you preserve the value of your boat and ensure its longevity.

Cruising | Aboard

UK Sailing - Don't forget the hidden gems

Embark on a journey to discover some lesser known treasures found in the fascinating waters of the UK, where secluded anchorages and breathtaking landscapes await. From tranquil estuaries, sweeping beaches and historic charm, each destination offers a unique blend of adventure and natural beauty. Explore these gems and uncover a few secrets of our stunning coastline.

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Insurance Insights

Skipper Third Party Liability Insurance - Safety and Security for Skippers

As any skipper knows, it only takes a moment of inattention or one misjudged manoeuvre for an incident to occur.

Insurance Insights

Better safe than sorry

As a freelance professional skipper working on various boats, do you need insurance? If you don’t want to leave yourself vulnerable to being held personally liable for potentially sizeable claims then protection is a must. That’s where our Skipper Third Party Liability insurance comes in.

Prevention | Maintenance & Technology

Attention Attention!

Let’s be honest: when was the last time a professional rig check was carried out? As many of us know, almost everything on board a yacht relies on the rig, and yet, often, it is not given the attention it deserves.

At Pantaenius | News

Announcing the new westcountry classics series

A new opportunity for 2020, sponsored by Pantaenius Sail & Motor Yacht Insurance

Prevention | Maintenance & Technology

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.

At Pantaenius | Pantaenius Crew

Sailing to Success with Pantaenius

Pantaenius’ very own Sailor Girl, Nic Douglass, caught up with some of the female skippers from this year’s Rolex Fastnet Race, as they crossed the finish line and tied-up in front of our Plymouth office earlier this summer.

Prevention | Navigation & Seafaring

Hectic manoeuvres, onlookers at the jetty and a narrow berth - even experienced sailors can feel hot under the collar in such a situation. Once safely in a berth, a sense of relief follows, however it is also important to be careful when tie-ing up. Michael de Boer from Pantaenius recalls some important practical tips.

Prevention | Navigation & Seafaring

What are the benefits of offshore safety training?

Pantaenius employees regularly take part in offshore safety training. Mid-March, Ole Pietschke and Mario Wodrich went through the motions of an emergency situation and their conclusion was that despite being an extreme experience, the training is a must for every responsible cruising and offshore sailor.

Prevention | Navigation & Seafaring

Grounding: Why there's an increasing number of incidents

It is no longer collisions, but grounding that has become the most common cause of damage on recreational boats. In most cases though, these incidents could be avoided says Holger Flindt of yacht insurance expert Pantaenius.

Prevention | Navigation & Seafaring

Attention, containers ahead!

A collision with a sea container is any sailor’s nightmare. Holger Flindt from Pantaenius clarifies the matter - the damage expert and enthusiastic sailor used to sail at sea and knows the risks posed by floating containers.

Prevention | Emergency

On the long leash

If the engine goes on strike, sailors are dependent on towing assistance. The Pantaenius experts will explain how to tow properly or have your vessel towed without the spontaneous help having a more negative effect.

Prevention | Emergency

Man overboard: Practice saves lives!

A holiday trip in calm waters, what could happen there? Many crews ignore the "man overboard" scenario and are completely taken by surprise in an emergency.

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