AXIS CANADA - OCEAN MARINE

Hull & Machinery appetite and target classes

Class of risk

AXIS underwrites marine hull and P&I coverages with $15,000,000 CAD/USD in capacity available.


Preferred Classes - Commercial Vessels

We focus on commercial marine operations, including:

  • Tugs
  • Barges and Scows
  • Workboats
  • Crew Boats
  • Pilot Boats
  • Landing Craft
  • Self-Propelled Barges
  • Ferries & Coastal Freighters

  • Commercial Fishing Fleets
  • Water Taxis
  • Charter & Excursion Vessels (professionally managed)
  • Dredging Operations
  • Pile Drivers
  • Crane Barges
  • Piers & Docks

Specialty Products

  • Protection & Indemnity
  • Builder's Risk (Vessel Construction)

Target Risk

  • Canadian-owned and operated marine businesses
  • Experienced operators with strong safety cultures
  • Well-maintained fleets
  • Insureds with:
    • 5+ years operating history
    • Strong loss experience
    • Transport Canada Regulatory compliance
    • Survey compliance
    • Experienced captains and crews
  • Long-term broker relationships and portfolio opportunities
  • Federal, provincial, and municipal government fleets

Product information is for descriptive purposes only, does not provide a complete summary of coverage, and is intended for use by licensed insurance producers. For our financial strength, individual insurance company ratings, and regulatory disclosures by jurisdiction, visit: https://www.axiscapital.com/product-information.

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