Marine

Through years of dedication, IOA has built a diverse portfolio of marine clients, from privately owned businesses to publicly traded companies. We specialize in tailoring solutions to each client’s maritime needs, offering exceptional coverage for operations such as ocean container fleets, marinas, and inland water transportation, ensuring comprehensive protection.

Why choose IOA for marine insurance?

IOA’s team brings decades of maritime insurance experience, covering blue and brown-water operations, inland transportation, and oil patch activities. We partner with you to navigate the complex risks of the marine industry so you can focus on growth.

Maritime businesses face unique challenges, from vessel collisions to environmental liabilities like oil spills. IOA’s expertise goes beyond standard insurance, offering targeted coverages such as hull and machinery, protection and indemnity, and marine pollution.
What sets IOA apart is our commitment to understanding your operations, whether you’re in deep-sea shipping, shipbuilding, or marina management. By leveraging our extensive network of markets, we provide tailored solutions and proactive planning to aid you in protecting your assets and enhancing your business’s resilience.

Our marine insurance markets

Blue water & brown water operations

Inland & river transportation

Shipyards & boat builders

Marine terminal & stevedore operations

Marinas & yacht clubs

Tugboats, barges, and workboats

Oil patch & offshore operations

Marine insurance products

IOA’s range of products for the maritime industry includes:

Cargo

Cargo insurance protects goods in transit against risks like theft, damage, and delay, ensuring business continuity for shipping operations.

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Specie and fine art

Specie and fine art insurance safeguard valuable assets like cash, precious metals, and artwork from loss or damage.

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Inland marine

Inland marine insurance protects movable or specialized business property, such as equipment, tools, and goods in transit, against loss or damage.

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General liability

General liability insurance covers bodily injury, property damage, and personal injury claims arising from business operations.

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