INTRODUCTION
From coal cargo risks to the future of nuclear-powered shipping, this edition explores key issues shaping maritime risk, liability and operational decision-making.
In this issue:
Nuclear-powered shipping Managing Coal Cargo risk Upcoming traing opportunities Meet maritime consultant Panos Kasionis
FEATURED INSIGHTS
One of the most talked-about topics at Posidonia 2026 was the potential role of nuclear power in commercial shipping.
In this latest BMT Insight, we explore what vessel owners, operators, insurers and P&I clubs should be considering as the debate moves from theory towards commercial reality.
Why coal cargoes continue to drive disproportionate risk.
Coal cargoes remain one of shipping’s most routine trades – and one of its highest-risk. Maritime Consultant, Panagiotis (Panos) Kasionis, discusses the operational, safety and regulatory factors that continue to drive claims and incidents across the supply chain.
DID YOU KNOW ?
The first nuclear-powered merchant vessels were developed more than 50 years ago, but commercial adoption failed due to challenges around regulation, insurance, port access and operating models – not the reactor technology itself. Today, advances in Generation IV reactors are reigniting industry interest.
| UPCOMING EVENTS |
| Tanker, Terminal and Liquid Cargo CourseThis popular course is already full for 2026, so sign up if you’d like to attend in 2027. |
| BMT Annual Summer BBQJoin us this year in Rotterdam:– Thursday 10th September 2026– Stadshaven Brouwerij, Galileistraat 24, 3029 AM, Rotterdam |
MEET THE EXPERT
| Panagiotis (Panos) Kasionis, a Maritime Consultant has a strong seagoing background across bulk carriers, tankers and passenger vessels. Having served as a Captain in certain vessel types, he brings experience in marine surveying and inspections, including with Bureau Veritas. Holding advanced qualifications in Marine Surveying and Classification Surveys, Panos focuses on cargo risk, surveying and incident investigation. |
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