Best's Underwriting Report

Best's Underwriting reports describe the hazards and loss controls of nearly 600 businesses and municipal services. Each report includes a detailed description of the industry and identifies the hazards and loss controls for those companies. The Hazard Index of each report quantifies the degree of liability in applicable lines of insurance.

Report Date: 4/30/2026 10:42:37 AM

Report Type: Update

Report Description: The Marinas report helps readers assess the insurance needs of establishments that dock and/or store pleasure craft for owners; they also may sell fuel and marine supplies, and/or repair, maintain, and rent pleasure boats. Workers' Compensation is the line of coverage that carries the greatest degree of exposure. Special exposures include cuts from repair work, strains from lifting heavy items, boat accidents for those who test drive repaired vessels, and electrocution from power tools used on docks. Related reports include Bars, Taverns, Cocktail Lounges and Nightclubs, Charter Boat Fishing, Gasoline Stations – Full-Service and Self-Service, Gift or Souvenir Shops, Marine Dealers, Restaurants, and Vending and Amusement Machine Operators.