Pacific Ocean Marine Insurance Brokers, Inc.

Pacific Ocean Marine Insurance Brokers, Inc. Protecting your maritime investments with tailored insurance solutions for commercial fishing vessels, yachts, charter boats, and more. Serving the Pacific🌊

With over 30 years of experience, we offer comprehensive coverage to keep you safe on the water.

How much has changed on your vessel since you first insured it?Maybe you've upgraded the electronics, rebuilt an engine,...
08/26/2026

How much has changed on your vessel since you first insured it?

Maybe you've upgraded the electronics, rebuilt an engine, added a tender, completed a refit, or invested in new fishing equipment.

Those improvements can add up quickly—and your insurance should continue to reflect the vessel and equipment you're actually protecting.

Our latest article explains why vessel owners should periodically review insured values, what agreed value and actual cash value mean, and why keeping records of major improvements is so important.

If it's been a while since you've reviewed your vessel's value, this is worth a read.

Read the article or contact Pacific Ocean Marine Insurance Brokers to review your coverage.

Upgrades, electronics, repowers, and refits can change a vessel's value. Learn why reviewing your marine insurance values before renewal matters.

Hurricanes don't have to reach California to affect conditions on the water.Pacific tropical systems can send large swel...
08/19/2026

Hurricanes don't have to reach California to affect conditions on the water.

Pacific tropical systems can send large swells toward the coast, create surge inside harbors, and make conditions more challenging for vessel owners and operators.

Hurricane season is also a good time to understand what's actually in your marine insurance policy. Named storm deductibles, navigation limits, storm-plan requirements, and vessel values can all matter when severe weather approaches.

Our latest article covers what Pacific Coast vessel owners should know before the next named storm develops.

Read the full article on our website or contact Pacific Ocean Marine Insurance Brokers to review your coverage.

Learn how named storms, hurricane deductibles, navigation limits, and storm plans can affect marine insurance for Pacific Coast vessel owners.

Commercial tuna fishing is about much more than the vessel.Modern tuna purse seine operations depend on specialized nets...
07/24/2026

Commercial tuna fishing is about much more than the vessel.

Modern tuna purse seine operations depend on specialized nets, support skiffs, refrigeration systems, experienced crews, and sometimes even helicopters or fixed-wing aircraft used to locate schools of fish.

With so many moving parts, these operations face insurance needs that are very different from other commercial vessels.

Our latest article explores the unique risks tuna purse seine operators face and why specialized marine insurance plays such an important role in protecting their business.

If you're part of the commercial fishing industry, take a look at our newest article on the website.

Learn how tuna purse seiners face unique insurance risks, from nets and skiffs to refrigeration systems, crew liability, environmental exposure, and catch protection.

Fuel docks are busiest during the summer—and that's when environmental risks increase, too.A simple fueling mistake can ...
07/21/2026

Fuel docks are busiest during the summer—and that's when environmental risks increase, too.

A simple fueling mistake can quickly become more than just a cleanup. Environmental response, regulatory requirements, and liability claims can follow even relatively small spills.

Our latest article explains why fuel dock operations require extra attention during peak boating season and how the right insurance coverage can help protect marina operators, commercial fishing fleets, charter businesses, and other marine operations.

If your business operates on or around the water, it's a worthwhile read.

Visit our website to learn more, or contact us to review your current marine insurance coverage.

Fuel spills can quickly become expensive environmental claims. Learn how marina operators and vessel owners can reduce risk during peak boating season.

El Niño can change more than the forecast—it can change the way marine businesses operate.Larger swells, changing curren...
07/14/2026

El Niño can change more than the forecast—it can change the way marine businesses operate.

Larger swells, changing currents, rough harbor entrances, and unpredictable weather patterns can affect everything from commercial fishing trips to charter operations and marina facilities.

Our newest article explores how changing Pacific Ocean conditions can impact marine businesses and why reviewing your insurance coverage before conditions change is just as important as preparing your vessel.

If you operate on the Pacific Coast, this is a timely read.

Visit our website to read the full article, or contact us if you'd like to review your current marine insurance coverage.

El Niño and changing Pacific Ocean conditions can increase marine risks for commercial fishing vessels, charter operators, marinas, and aquaculture facilities. Learn how to prepare.

The Pacific Ocean doesn't need a major storm to create challenges for vessel operators.Recent swells and rough water con...
06/19/2026

The Pacific Ocean doesn't need a major storm to create challenges for vessel operators.

Recent swells and rough water conditions along the California coast have highlighted how quickly conditions can change for commercial fishing vessels and charter operators.

From increased equipment wear and crew fatigue to difficult docking conditions and trip disruptions, rough seas can affect nearly every part of an operation.

We've published a new article exploring how recent Pacific Ocean conditions are impacting commercial fishing and charter businesses—and what operators can do to prepare.

Check it out on our website, or contact us if you'd like to review your current coverage.

Large swells and rough ocean conditions can affect commercial fishing vessels and charter operations throughout the Pacific Coast. Learn how operators can prepare.

Summer often brings excellent growing conditions for aquaculture operations—but warmer water can also create new challen...
06/03/2026

Summer often brings excellent growing conditions for aquaculture operations—but warmer water can also create new challenges.

Higher temperatures, lower oxygen levels, harmful algal blooms, and increased equipment demand can all impact stock health and production.

We recently published an article discussing the most common summer risks aquaculture operators face and why preparation is so important during peak growing season.

If your operation raises fish, shellfish, or other marine species, it's a timely read.

https://pacificoceanmarine.com/aquaculture-in-summer-managing-growth-heat-and-environmental-exposure/

Pacific Ocean Marine Insurance Brokers

Learn how summer conditions affect aquaculture operations, from harmful algal blooms and oxygen levels to environmental liability and stock protection.

Summer means more boats, more visitors, and more activity around the marina.It also means more opportunities for acciden...
06/01/2026

Summer means more boats, more visitors, and more activity around the marina.

It also means more opportunities for accidents, property damage, and liability claims.

From slip-and-fall incidents on busy docks to fuel dock exposure and damage involving customer vessels, marina operators face unique challenges during peak season.

We recently published an article covering the most common marina liability risks and what operators can do to better protect their business.

If you operate a marina or marine facility, it's a great time to review your coverage before the busiest part of the season.

Pacific Ocean Marine Insurance Brokers

Summer brings more vessels, visitors, and liability exposure. Learn the most common marina risks and how insurance helps protect your operation.

Summer means packed marinas — and more chances for chain-reaction accidents.When one mistake in a crowded marina damages...
04/29/2026

Summer means packed marinas — and more chances for chain-reaction accidents.

When one mistake in a crowded marina damages multiple boats, docks, or injures someone nearby, the insurance side can become complicated quickly.

These situations often involve several vessel owners, marina property, and multiple claims happening at once.

We’ve published a new article breaking down what happens when marina accidents involve multiple vessels, and how proper coverage helps protect owners and operators.

If you spend time around busy marinas during summer, this is a smart read. Check it out on our website, or give POM a call if you'd like us to review your current coverage.

What happens when multiple boats are involved in a marina accident? Learn how liability, property damage, and insurance claims are handled during peak season.

Summer is busy on the water—and that means more things can go wrong.We see the same patterns every year during peak seas...
04/21/2026

Summer is busy on the water—and that means more things can go wrong.

We see the same patterns every year during peak season: crowded harbors, more passengers, tighter schedules, and increased wear on equipment. All of that adds up to a higher chance of claims.

From docking incidents to equipment failure and even fuel-related issues, many of these risks are predictable—and preventable with the right preparation and coverage.

We’ve put together a simple breakdown of the most common marine insurance claims during the summer months.

If you’re operating this season, it’s a quick read worth checking out.

https://pacificoceanmarine.com/the-most-common-marine-insurance-claims-in-summer-and-how-to-avoid-them/

Pacific Ocean Marine Insurance Brokers

Summer brings more marine activity—and more claims. Learn the most common risks and how to protect your vessel, crew, and operation.

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