Insurance for all your
Commercial Fishing needs
The commercial fishing industry has strong roots in the Maritime Provinces, and, at the Huestis Insurance Group, have a long-standing history of working closely with this industry for the proper insurance coverage.  

Our experienced Commercial Account Managers are able to identify the potential risks a fishing vessel and their operator might encounter. Just as you search for that precise spot to yield a good haul, we also search the various insurance markets to find the right protection to create the precise policy for you and your business.

What insurance do you need?
The fishing industry has specific risks to consider, having the right protection to protect against potential loss is critical for sustainability. The following coverages typically comprise a commercial fishing policy:  
  • Hull and Machinery covers physical loss or damage to a fishing vessel; this coverage may also include increased value, loss of hire, and third party collision liability
  • Marine General Liability covers a variety of commercial fishing insurance needs, including: 
- Protection and Indemnity Liability insurance for risks associated with the operation of a fishing vessel;
- Character’s Liability Insures the obligations to the owner of the fishing vessel and others;
- Marina Operator’s Liability offers protection while in a marina;
- Ship-repairer’s Legal Liability covers while in the care of a ship repair person;
- Port Stevedore Liability protects the vessel while loading and offloading cargo under the care of a Wharfinger or Stevedore;
- Terminal Operator’s Liability protects the terminal operator against damage to cargo;
- Transport Equipment Liability 

If you would like to learn more about Commercial Fishing Insurance, or you would like a review of your current insurance coverage call, click, or visit the Huestis Insurance Group to see what we can do for you.  
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