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BoatU.S., a part of GEICO and the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies
Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has been looking after the interests of recreational boaters since its founding by Richard Schwartz in 1966. We are the nation's largest organization of recreational boat owners, with over half a million dues-paying Members.
We provide a diverse offering of marine services for the recreational boater, including insuring over 8 billion dollars' worth of boats, operating the largest on the water towing fleet — TowBoatUS, representing boaters' interests on Capitol Hill, providing financing for boat-buyers, creating quality boat graphics and lettering, publishing the most widely circulated boating publication — BoatUS Magazine, acting as a mediator through our Consumer Protection Bureau and more.
GEICO Marine Insurance was originally established in 1989 in Annapolis, Maryland as Seaworthy Insurance Company. In 2007, the company was acquired by Berkshire Hathaway, providing more capital, strength and security for the company and its policy holders.
In 2015, GEICO became the parent company of Seaworthy Insurance Company and changed the name to GEICO Marine Insurance Company. GEICO Marine Insurance Company remains a Berkshire Hathaway Company and now enjoys the support and name recognition that comes from GEICO.
Why choose GEICO Marine Insurance for your customers? The strength of our policies, people, systems and service set us apart from other insurance companies. Our commitment to supporting agents by providing hands-on assistance coupled with an array of policies for all boat types, makes GEICO Marine Insurance the choice when it comes to yacht and boat insurance.
GEICO Marine Insurance Company enjoys an A.M. Best rating of A+.