Pantaenius UK

08/09/2026

Here's a key question that is often overlooked when choosing boat insurance:

➡️What happens if I need to make a claim?⬅️

❓Will someone explain your options?

❓Will they support and guide you through the process?

❓Will they understand boats and the practical challenges owners face?

❓ Will they deal with a claim for damage by a third party and attempt to recover their outlay and your out of pocket expenses?

Because when something unexpected happens on the water, good support is every bit as valuable as the policy itself.

⭐This is one question worth asking before you ever need the answer.

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05/09/2026

02/09/2026

⚓ Heading to the Southampton International Boat Show ?

The team from Pantaenius UK will be at the show this September, meeting boat owners and catching up with friends and contacts from across the UK boating community.

If you are looking at a new boat, planning an upgrade or wondering whether your current boat insurance still reflects how and where you use your vessel, it is a great opportunity to speak with the team face to face.

From sailing yachts and motorboats to RIBs, Pantaenius provides specialist boat insurance backed by people who understand the realities of owning and enjoying a boat.

If you would like to arrange a meeting during the show, send us a message and we can arrange a time to catch up.

01/09/2026

A free Saturday with a good forecast - a quick call and your RIB is ready and waiting on the pontoon.

➡️That is dry stack storage at its best.

Rather than keeping your RIB or motorboat permanently afloat or towing it to the water every time, it is stored ashore and launched when you want to use it.

For many owners, that can mean:

✅ Less time preparing and launching
✅ Reduced exposure to saltwater and marine growth
✅ Potentially less need for antifouling
✅ Added security within a managed facility
✅ More opportunities to make spontaneous boating plans

Our latest Journal article takes a practical look at dry stack storage, including the types of boat it can accommodate, maintenance considerations and why Pantaenius keeps its own RIB at MDL Marinas Hamble Point Marina.

➡️Would dry stacking make you use your boat more often?

Read the full article: https://pulse.ly/0zluodvcql

27/08/2026

The best way to understand boating? Get out on the water.

Throughout the summer, members of the Pantaenius UK team have been spending time aboard the Pantaenius RIB, building their confidence and gaining more first-hand experience of the boating environment.

Andreea and Yasmin took to the water during the British Classic Week Regatta, while Amelia and Sam from our Plymouth Client Hub joined Mark for an afternoon of basic boat handling and visits to several marinas near Southampton.

Their afternoon also included a rather special piece of maritime history - a preserved 1936 Royal Air Force high-speed sea rescue launch. Amelia and Mark are pictured holding a painting of the launch created by Hinnerk, Pantaenius’ in-house artist.

We encourage people from across Pantaenius UK to get involved, whatever their role or previous experience. Taking the helm, spending time in marinas and seeing how different boats are used and cared for all help our team better understand the world our clients are part of.

Because specialist boat insurance is about more than knowing the policy. It is about understanding boating and the people who love being on the water.

25/08/2026

When people compare boat insurance, they often focus on price, cover and excess.

Those things matter..... But so does what happens after an incident.

If your boat is damaged, having experienced people on hand to explain your options, answer your questions and support you through the claims process can make a huge difference.

And where someone else is responsible, that support can include helping to recover costs and uninsured losses from the third party.

Good insurance isn't simply about paying for repairs, it's about having expert support on hand to help you navigate what comes next with confidence.

At Pantaenius UK, that's something we believe should never be overlooked.

21/08/2026

53 Redbay boats, around 200 people and a return journey of just under 100 miles across some fairly lively seas - Ardbeg Day 2026 certainly lived up to expectations!

Simon, Mark and Mike completed the route from Cushendall to Ardbeg Distillery on Islay and back via Rathlin Island aboard a Redbay Stormforce 650, kindly loaned by Redbay Boats. A big shout-out to the smallest RIB in the fleet, which handled some pretty sizeable conditions along the way.

Pantaenius UK was pleased to provide the morning coffee and croissants before departure, along with a welcome drink when everyone reached the distillery. The fleet later returned to Cushendall for a Suzuki Marine UK-sponsored BBQ, live music and plenty of conversation about the day’s adventures.

The team had a fantastic time meeting so many owners and being part of an event that captures the friendship and enthusiasm within this very special group of boaters.

Thank you to Redbay for the hospitality and superb organisation. Roll on next year and their 50th anniversary celebrations!

20/08/2026

One of the smartest decisions Kayleigh Brown made before taking Enya out on the water wasn't choosing the boat itself. It was commissioning a professional marine survey.

The survey highlighted a few areas that would need attention in the future, including the rigging and engine mounts. Not bad news - just valuable information that helped her understand the boat and to properly plan ahead.

A good survey isn't about finding reasons not to buy a boat. It's about understanding your boat, planning ahead and enjoying ownership with confidence. Making sure your boat is properly protected is the next step.

Read more in our latest blog: https://pulse.ly/h1eswgbixo

18/08/2026

We all want to keep our hulls performing at their best. Increasingly, many of us are also thinking about how our maintenance choices affect the marine environment.

New research from Chalmers University of Technology has found that some biocide-free antifouling coatings performed exceptionally well during six months of testing across Scandinavian and French coastal waters. Interestingly, the study also suggested that some lower-copper coatings can be just as effective as products with higher copper content.

It's another reminder that innovation in marine products continues to evolve, giving boat owners more options to balance performance with environmental responsibility.

Every boat, cruising area and operating pattern is different, so it's always worth seeking expert advice before deciding what's right for your vessel. Protecting the places we all enjoy boating is something every one of us can play a part in.

👉Could the future of antifouling be less about stronger chemicals and more about smarter technology?

Full feature from Practical Boat Owner here: https://pulse.ly/ql3gxbaxcv

13/08/2026

I know this post probably won’t get as many likes or shares as a video of a big bluefin tuna smashing a lure… but please prove me wrong.

Safety posts can sometimes be seen as the boring stuff, but this could genuinely make a difference to someone who spends time out on the water.

We’ve just added another level of safety to Squid Rib, fitting Smart Alert water-activated AIS & DSC Man Overboard devices to our Mustang Survival lifejackets, alongside the line cutters we already carry on each lifejacket.

The Smart Alert units were incredibly easy to set up through the app and link with our VHF radio. If someone enters the water, the device automatically activates and sends out an AIS/DSC distress alert, helping identify the casualty and their position.

The line cutters are equally important. When you’re fishing around heavy lines, leaders and trolling gear, having something immediately accessible to cut yourself or another crew member free could be vital.

We hope we’ll never need to use any of it, but when we head offshore, we want to give ourselves and our crew every possible chance if something goes wrong.

So instead of just scrolling past this one, please give it a share.

Share it with your fishing mates, boating friends or anyone who spends time on the water. If it makes just one person look at their own safety equipment and add something that could one day save a life, then it’s been worth posting.

Catching the fish is the exciting part. Getting everyone home safely is the important part.

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