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Industry-leading specialty marine and crane coverage — with 24/7 certificate issuance and guaranteed service timelines.

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Industry-leading specialty insurers — it's "Insurance Done Right!"

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Dock Building Seawall Construction Dredging Salvage Shoreline Restoration Boat Lift Installation Truck Crane Owner-Operators HVAC & AC Unit Picks Beam & Truss Setting Residential & Commercial Lifts
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Specialized Coverage

Marine contractors and truck crane owner-operators — we know your work.

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Marine Contractor Insurance

We specialize in coverage for marine contractors — dock and seawall construction, dredging, salvage, and shoreline restoration. If you work on the water, we have a policy built for you.

Dock BuildingSeawall ConstructionDredgingSalvageBoat Lift InstallationShoreline Restoration
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Crane Insurance

We focus on truck crane owner-operators doing everyday work — picking up HVAC units, setting trusses and beams for homes and commercial builds, and more. Tailored coverage for the operator who needs real protection.

Truck CranesOwner-OperatorsHVAC & AC UnitsBeam & Truss SettingResidential LiftsRigger Liability
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Specialty claim departments who understand marine and crane operations inside and out.
About IDR Specialty

Built for Marine & Crane.
By Experts.

IDR Specialty was founded on the belief that marine contractors and crane operators deserve insurance that truly understands their world — not a generic policy retrofitted to fit.

Our team brings decades of combined experience in specialty marine and crane insurance. We've built relationships with industry-leading carriers who understand pile driving, dredging, heavy lift, and the unique exposures of working on water.

From 24/7 certificate issuance to dedicated claims departments, every aspect of our service is built around keeping your operations protected and running.

24/7 Availability
Certificates issued any time, any day
Specialty Claims
Dedicated marine & crane claim teams
Safety Programs
Custom safety plans for your crew
Service Promise
Promissory timelines, always honored
Service Area

Covering Marine & Crane
Operations Nationwide

IDR Specialty places specialty marine contractor and crane operator coverage across the United States. Contact us to confirm availability in your state.

Pennsylvania
Florida
Texas
New York
New Jersey
Virginia
Maryland
Georgia
Louisiana
Ohio
Michigan
North Carolina
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Industry Blog

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Understanding Wrap-Up Policies for Marine Projects Marine Contractor
July 2026

Understanding Wrap-Up Policies for Marine Projects

Owner-controlled programs offer efficiencies — but come with tradeoffs marine contractors need to know.

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What Crane Operators Need to Know About Rigger Liability Crane Insurance
June 2026

What Crane Operators Need to Know About Rigger Liability

Rigger liability gaps are among the most misunderstood exposures in the industry. Here's how to protect your operation.

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New OSHA Marine Guidelines: What Contractors Must Update Industry News
May 2026

New OSHA Marine Guidelines: What Contractors Must Update

Recent federal updates to maritime safety regulations affect coverage requirements. Here's what IDR clients need to know.

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Location
Wexford, PA
Serving clients nationwide
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