Maritime Piracy, a resurgent business and other threats to Shipping How the insurance industry handling the arising issues By Anastasios Maraslis, President/Director of *Marasco Marine Ltd A black flag showing…
P and I Clubs
North P&I Club awarded with cyber essentials plus accreditation
September 10, 2018 – North P&I Club has recently been awarded the UK government-backed Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation, which is awarded to companies who have successfully implemented systems to protect themselves against…
In partnership with the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN), the Club is releasing a series of Good Mental Health Guides to better mental wellbeing on board. The most…
Joining a mutual P&I Club means each Member shares in the fortunes of that Club and its membership. The continuity of Club membership, which is typical within the mutual P&I…
Hill Dickinson appoints legal director to expanding shipping team
International commercial law firm Hill Dickinson continues to grow its shipping practice with the addition of Legal Director Tom Burdass. Tom joins the firm’s Broadgate Tower, London office from Campbell…
Moving into the new P&I policy year, the London P&I Club is in good shape after a busy renewal period. Instances of corporate consolidation and strategic management changes led to…
North P&I Club directors decide to keep rates unchanged for 2017/18
Directors of the North P&I Club have decided to keep rates unchanged for both protection and indemnity (P&I) cover and freight demurrage and defence (FD&D) cover in the 2017/18 policy year. The…
Capital Link’s timely Shipping, Marine Services and Offshore Forum
Capital Link lead by the Bornozis – Nicolas and Olga, keep the wind of optimism for shipping’s survival alive! Coverage of all sectors of the industry with one of the…
Maritime Labour Convention 2006 – Amendments
From Christodoulos G. Vassiliades & Co LLC on the latest MLC 2006 ammendments: MARITIME LABOUR CONVENTION 2006 – AMENDMENTS Following the unanimous adoption by the Special Tripartite Committee of the…
Clyde & Co adds Hong Kong Partner
19 May 2016: Global law firm Clyde & Co has recruited leading Hong Kong Marine Partner Anthony Woo. Anthony has extensive experience in shipping, commodities and arbitration related matters. He…
NYMAR’s “Oracles of Shipping: A Look at 2016”
NEW YORK– On Thursday, January 14th, NYMAR will present its annual “The Oracles of Shipping: A Look at 2016”, where industry pundits share their thoughts on what we can expect…
Capital Link’s CSR; the catch phrase for furthering the shipping saga
The 5th Capital Link Shipping & Offshore CSR Forum in London Now, what an event that was earlier today! It wasn’t just the showcasing of the Best Industry practices leading…
North Group directors report improved financial position at half-year
Directors of the 170 million GT, ‘A’ rated North P&I Club and Sunderland Marine Insurance Company (North Group) report an improved financial position at the half-way point of its current…
More news from the shameful Migrants saga…
The RO/RO-Pass Ferry “El Venizelos” arrived earlier this morning in Piraeus’ famous Gate E1 carrying nearly 2, 500 (2, 466 to be precise) Syrian refugees from the Greece’s Eastern Aegean…
Eagle Ocean Marine continues to grow market share
Robust development of recent years supported by strong operating results: Mutual club pedigree enhances Insurer’s stature in fixed premium sector NEW YORK, JULY 20, 2015: Eagle Ocean Marine (EOM) –…
‘Challenging time’ for international shipping industry, says North P&I club chairman
Unpredictable markets and continuing marine claims volatility means the international shipping industry is facing a particularly challenging time, says Pratap Shirke, chairman of North P&I club. His comments are published…
London P&I Club maintains financial strength despite impact of large claims
THE London P&I Club’s 2015 Annual Report highlights an unusual run of expensive claims in the 2014/15 policy year, with progress in other areas meaning that the free reserves stand…
North P&I club commits to building on its 25-year loss prevention record
The 170 million GT, ‘A’ rated North P&I club has reaffirmed its commitment to loss prevention following 25 years of successfully helping members to reduce accidents and claims. The club’s…
The American Club reports solid progress in 2014 despite challenging business climate
International P&I insurer continues positive trend into 2015 NEW YORK, JUNE 18, 2015: The American Club reported solid progress during 2014 at the annual meeting of its members held in…
North Group directors confirm growth in free reserves
Directors of the 170 million GT, ‘A’ rated North P&I Club and Sunderland Marine Insurance Company (North Group), have confirmed growth in the free reserves in the year to 20…
London P&I Club calls for improved onboard awareness of VDR testing requirements
The London P&I Club has called for greater familiarisation by ships’ officers and crews with the testing requirements relating to Voyage Data Recorders after two recent claims incidents investigated by…
The Shipowners’ Club 2015 Annual Report
The following was receive from Simon Swallow, the Clubs’Chief Executive: The Club is delighted to report another year of underwriting surplus, additions to our free reserves and a further strengthening…
The Standard Club and ICS launch new hazard awareness competition for seafarers
Seafarers entering the competition will be asked to identify hazards shown on a series of images depicting typical scenes on board ship. Seafarers are also invited to submit a safety…
London P&I Club underlines importance of proper enclosed space entry drills
The London P&I Club says a recent claims incident resulting in the deaths of two crew members on board a bulk carrier loaded with coal underlines the importance of proper…
The Swedish Club welcomes the world to its 15th Marine Insurance Course
The Swedish Club received a vote of confidence from its members this week when it opened the doors on the 2015 Marine Insurance Course, again held at the Club’s head…