If you run a marine tourism business in Australia, you know how important it is to find the right level of cover at the right cost. Of course, sifting through all of the different products available on the market can be overwhelming. This is why we’ve taken time out to share our step-by-step guide… READ MORE
From all of us at Trident Marine Insurance, we’d like to wish you a safe and happy New Year. It has certainly been a challenging year for everyone, and we hope you all have a relaxing break with the people you love. You certainly deserve it! Thank you for your business We’d also like… READ MORE
At around 9pm on December 10, three fishermen became stranded seven kilometres off the coast of Port Welshpool in South Gippsland. Hamish Merrett, Michael Jones and Frank Quigley were caught off guard when their boat capsized. The trio believed it would be their final fishing trip. As luck would have it, they were wrong. … READ MORE
Christmas is just around the corner, so we’ve trawled the internet for some of the best gift ideas for boat lovers in 2020. Yep, finding the right Christmas gift can be a challenge, especially for the boatie that has it all. That’s why we’ve done our best to make your life a little bit easier…. READ MORE
Australia’s Sailing Hall of Fame has recognised Paralympic sailors for the first time, with the induction of Noel Robins, Graeme Martin and Jamie Dunross. The Sailing Hall of Fame is considered to be one of the most prestigious institutions for sporting excellence, and these three sailors certainly achieved incredible results for their country. … READ MORE
In the spirit of Halloween, and all things boating, we dug into the weirdest boating superstitions of all time. Mariners sure are a superstitious lot, and the ones reported here are just the tip of the iceberg. Here are some of the strangest. Banana ban In the 1700s numerous trading ships sailing between Spain… READ MORE
The days are heating up in Australia, which means more and more boat lovers are starting to hit the water. We’ve put together a four-point check list that will help you get your boat summer-ready. Here’s what you need to know! Step 1 – check your boat and safety equipment If your boat has… READ MORE
More and more Australians are finding time to adventure in their own backyard, thanks to limits on traveling, put in place by the Government to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Luckily, we have some of the most incredible boating locations, right here in Australia. If you own a boat, now is the perfect chance to… READ MORE
Boating in Australia took a big hit in the wake of COVID-19, with many states placing restrictions on recreational boating and fishing. Of course, these measures were necessary, but with restrictions now easing in many states, recreational boating has started to take off again, and so have boat sales. Here’s what you need to… READ MORE
If you’re looking to buy a boat, or want to take your boat into shallow waters, then you’ll need to know what boat draft is. More importantly, you’ll need to know what your boat’s draft is, so you don’t end up running aground. Here’s what you need to know. What is boat draft?… READ MORE