Marine Artisans

Coverage for both pleasure craft and commercial craft marine artisans

RLI Marine has introduced a revolutionary approach to underwriting marine artisans. With our new web-based coverage, you can now quote, bind and issue policies online without the assistance of our underwriters. For more complex operations and coverage needs requiring expertise and a specialized approach, our underwriters are standing at the ready.

Coverage

RLI Marine offers low minimum premiums and attractive commissions on marine artisan coverage. We offer both portfolio policies for specialized needs and broad coverage combining the following into a single RLI inland marine policy:

  • Commercial general liability
  • Marine artisans liability
  • Owned watercraft liability
  • Limited pollution
  • Marine equipment and tools

Additional benefits

Experienced underwriting — Our underwriters are among the most experienced in the industry, which allows us to tailor coverage to your specific needs.
Commitment to loss control — RLI Marine claim experts are committed to helping you reduce loss costs with proven risk control methods.
Financial strength — RLI is rated “A+” (Superior) by A.M. Best and “A+” by Standard & Poor’s.

Appetite

Our Marine Artisan coverage is for clients generating under $1 million in annualized gross receipts.

Target Customers

We offer a portfolio policy meeting the insurance needs of marine artisans engaged in the following trades:

  • Fiberglass and topside repair
  • Marine carpentry
  • Cleaning and detailing work
  • Marine rigging work
  • Vessel painting / bottom coating
  • Marine welding work
  • Engine and machinery repair
  • Marine electrical and plumbing
  • Marine refrigeration
  • Shrink wrapping
  • Sail and canvas repair
  • Watercraft winterization
  • Marine electronics installation and repair
  • Other marine trades, where qualified for the program

For a Quote

To receive a competitive quote and marine insurance, please consult with your local RLI Marine underwriter for program details. (Consult actual policy wording for exact terms, conditions, and exclusions governing coverage for this and all RLI products.)