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Property and marine

Markel's extensive knowledge of property and marine insurance allows us to deliver innovative solutions tailored to unique business needs.

Our team of property and marine specialists help customize coverage for unique risks that don’t fit the traditional marketplace, finding creative solutions to underwrite complex exposures.

As business environments evolve, we adapt quickly to changing market demands. Whether it’s large coastal properties with high catastrophe risks, manufacturing operations, construction equipment, or marinas, we provide tailored solutions designed to meet the needs of these and many other industries.

What we offer

Inland marine

Markel offers flexible inland marine insurance solutions, including customizable coverage for diverse risks and marine-related properties.

Ocean marine

Our ocean marine team understands the lure of the water and offers marine insurance solutions to meet your client's specific needs.

Railroad

Markel’s railroad insurance offers flexible, tailored coverage backed by 30+ years of experience for passenger, freight, and specialty rail operations.

Commercial property

We offer insurance protection for a broad array of risks, ranging from large commercial industrial risks to major retail and everything in between.

Trade credit

Our trade credit team provides coverage to protect business security and confidence with a strong focus on risk management and good corporate governance.

Political risk

Our political risk team works with clients to manage their cross-border portfolios and overseas investments with tailored, specialist policies.

Terrorism

Our terrorism team provides protection on a worldwide basis against physical damage, business interruption and contingency losses directly caused by acts of war, terrorism, and political violence.
From Main Street to Wall Street

Connect with us to find the right mix of coverages for your business.

We are here for you every step of the way. 

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Additional services and insights

  • Claims

    Find a sense of comfort knowing you have a team aiming to work in your best interest to help you get the most from your insurance protection.

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  • 2026 IBA 5-Star Claims Winner

    Markel's been named a 2026 Insurance Business America (IBA) 5-Star Claims winner, a recognition that reflects the confidence insurance agents, brokers and other industry professionals place in our claims organization.

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  • Risk Solution Services

    We help guide you through the maze of risks with customized solutions designed specifically for your needs.

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