Rise of the Drones
There was a new product on exhibit at the Toronto Boat Show this year that has nothing to do with boats. They go by many different names including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), drones, and quadcopters. Quadcopters in an assortment of sizes made their debut this year and judging from the brisk sales they are a hit with […]
Surveys waived for boats under $50K and under 30ft
UPDATED June 2024 – Gallagher Skippers’ Plan clients with boats under 30 feet in length that have a market value of under $50,000 no longer require a marine survey. Surveys will still be required as a requirement to keep Agreed Value Coverage, or if you have a Sea Doo jet boat. At anytime Aviva may […]
Insuring a Boat on your Home Policy
Over the last 5 years I have partcipated in boat show seminars for new boaters and people thinking of buying their first boat. It is a great opportunity for people to ask questions and share any concerns they may have. The advice provided by a panel of boating industry experts has hopefully helped new boaters avoid the most […]
Five Types of Coverage That May Surprise
I would guess that less than 5% or people actually read their boat insurance policy and even fewer fully understand what it all means. If you are in the majority then you need to ensure you are using a trusted and knowledgable insurance broker. In this post I’m going to share 5 elements of your […]
Marine Assistance Program
Whether your plans include fishing with friends, sailing the open water or taking a leisurely cruise along a river, you can enjoy it all with the peace of mind knowing you have the insurance coverage you need from Aviva and Skippers’ Plan. And now, it’s our pleasure to offer you even more value through your […]
