Stamford Yacht Club’s Vineyard Race

Starkweather & Shepley is honored to support the Stamford Yacht Club’s prestigious Vineyard Race, a time-honored tradition that celebrates skill, endurance, and the spirit of offshore sailing.

Established in 1879, Starkweather & Shepley is the largest independent insurance agency in Rhode Island, proudly serving clients in Connecticut and throughout the East Coast. Our reach includes Martha’s Vineyard Insurance, a division of Starkweather & Shepley. With deep roots in the maritime community, we provide specialized insurance solutions tailored to the unique needs of the marine industry.

Whether you’re a competitive sailor, offshore racer, regatta organizer, or yacht club member, we offer comprehensive coverage designed to keep you and your assets protected. Our expertise extends to:

• Offshore and regatta insurance
• Yacht club commercial property and liability insurance
• Sailing Schools
• Boat and shipyard coverage
• Marina and marine service provider protection
• Boat builder and manufacturer insurance
• Personal marine insurance, including yachts and watercraft
• Hull/P&I for charters, ferry services, tug and barge operations
• USL&H, Jones Act, State Act Workers Comp, Maritime Employers Liability

At Starkweather & Shepley, we understand the complexities of marine risk, and we’re here to navigate them with you. Let us help safeguard your passion for the water with coverage you can count on.

Learn more about our marine insurance solutions or get in touch with a specialist today.