Boats

This article by John Morris offers valuable suggestions and tips to a layman looking out for info related to boat insurance. He states the various reasons why it’s necessary to insure a boat. The article lists out the challenges involved in finding the right type of insurance, and suggests methods to overcome them.

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Tourists visiting the Chilika Lake may soon miss the sight of the rare Irrawaddy dolphins that are in peril owing to the threat posed by unregulated operation of a large number of mechanized boats and ferries carrying tourists to the lake. At least 10 dolphins are reportedly killed every year after being injured by the propeller blades of fishing boats.

Orissa is the natural habitat of the Irrawady dolphin (Orcealla brevirostris), which has a low breeding rate. With a gestation period of nine months, it produces only one offspring in three years, experts said.

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Picture of baby dolphins.
Picture of a swimmer standing on two dolphins

Buying the first fishing boat will always become a difficult experience for a newcomer. But for those who are experienced with boating, choosing and obtaining the perfect fishing boat is an easy task. But for individuals who have never tried to buy a fishing boat, it is surely a daunting task. If you re a first-timer and you want to purchase fishing boats in a hassle-free way, there are some tips that can help you out. These tips can be very useful when you are selecting the right fishing boat for you.

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You might not have thought about it, but boat insurance is probably the oldest kind of insurance there is. A boat, just like all vehicles is liable for an insurance policy, under the Marine Insurance Act. As with car insurance, policies come with an excess to discourage small claims and for boat insurance, this is usually quite a large sum of money, as the intention of the insurance is to cover you against substantial losses instead of just scratches and dents. Therefore the only real difference between the cover for boat insurance and that for car insurance is the amount.

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Owning a boat may be the fulfillment of long cherished dream, but the sense of satisfaction will increase manifold if you are able to increase its life span, and keep it in a brand new condition over the years. This task is not difficult and needs a bit of care on your part.

Boat covers provide an ideal foil to the ways of nature, be it snow, water, winds or rain. Not only do they keep the elements at bay, but also their added features ensure the boat does not extend its hospitality to the rodents such as mice and squirrels.

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Heavy duty boat seat cover.

You can purchase boat covers designed for storage, trailering or even mooring. And, they can be designed for fishing boats, deck boats, pontoons or pleasure crafts. As well, they can be constructed from an assortment of fabrics and different colors. With all these choices, then it’s no wonder that you can purchase a mooring boat cover.
A mooring boat cover is a boat cover designed to protect your boat while it is based in the water. It is designed for resisting rain and any other little surprises that birds can leave behind. They are easy to use and are quite common amongst boat owners. They offer good protection and you won’t have to spend a lot of money in them.

Poorly maintained and dangerously crowded boats, curtailment of services owing to a shortage of vessels and unscientific ferry schedules — these are just a few of the complaints raised by thousands of passengers who travel daily from west Kochi (India) and nearby islands to the city.
Huge traffic snarls and the deplorable condition of roads have forced many commuters to shift to boats. Ferries charge one-third the bus fare and reach the destination in one-fourth the time taken by road. But the Water Transport Department has cut down the number of boat services in many sectors.

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File photo: Picture of a boating disaster that killed 31.

A willing suspension of disbelief makes us believe that Harry Potter could skim the skies in a car. But there are times when truth seems stranger than fiction. And here is Rudy Heeman scripting a new chapter in the world of boats by inventing the “hoverwing”. Being neither a plane nor a boat it has surely captivated the residents of Atawhai Drive who stop over to watch the test rides made by Mr. Heeman. He was able to make this hovercraft fly above water by applying a peculiar set of aerodynamic principles that was crafted to perfection after spending over 800 hours of building time.

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View picture of the Hoverwing that's neither a plane nor boat.