by Maria Mavroudi* The risk map of global shipping is being redrawn in real time. Geopolitical tensions can alter trading routes overnight, sanctions can transform previously routine voyages into complex…
Bangladesh’s Tanjil Ahmed Ruhullah Addresses 789 Delegates at the IG Correspondents’ Conference at the IMO — and Returns Home to the BMLS Maritime Emerging Leader Award LONDON / DHAKA —…
SEPTEMBER 30, 2026GOOD CATCH UPDATE: SLIPPING INTO A NEW CAREER – INLAND TOWING FALLS OVERBOARD Not all hazards are obvious at first glance. Conditions such as limited lighting and compromised…
Brief Update: No 13/2026 Date: September 30, 2026 Objectives Major maritime security incident summary and analysis in Geo-strategic frame for Operational Security and NAVIGATIONAL SAFETY of Shipping for the period AUGUST…
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SEPTEMBER 23, 2026GOOD CATCH UPDATE: FAMOUS LAST WORDS! ANIMATED IMAGES Routine jobs can create a false sense of confidence that may lead seafarers to skip steps or take shortcuts. Many…
SEPTEMBER 21, 2026CIRCULAR NO. 19/26TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: PROGRESS UPDATE.SUPPLEMENTARY CALL FOR THE 2024 POLICY YEAR. The Board of Directors met last week for its September 2026…
In reference to: INSIDE — GLOBAL RISK SNAPSHOT Geopolitical and maritime risks continue to be high because of the tension surrounding Taiwan, the conflict between Russia and Europe, and wars…
The Swedish Club has warned that southern passages around South America should remain a third-choice option for shipowners trading between the US East Coast and Asia, rather than a routine alternative…
In reference to: CORPORATE CONCLUSIONS Shipping is facing a tougher, more uncertain stretch. The Strait of Hormuz, Bab al-Mandeb, and Panama Canal – three out of eight major maritime chock-points…
Weston, CT – September 9th, 2026 – The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) is proud to announce that Joe Hughes, Chairman of the Managers of the P&I Club…
8th September 2026 – TT Club, the leading global transport and logistics insurer, is urging logistics providers, ports, terminals and cargo owners to treat recurring drought and low-water restrictions as a business…
The Swedish Club has launched Knot Another Lesson, a new podcast exploring the practical lessons, emerging risks and operational challenges shaping the maritime industry. Hosted by Joakim Enström, Loss Prevention Manager at The…
SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 INDIA: LOADING OF INTERNATIONAL MARITIME SOLID BULKS CARGOES (IMSBC) CODE GROUP A CARGOES Following the very recent loss of the Panama-flagged bulk carrier OCEAN WINNER, the Principal Officer, Mercantile…
Brief Update: No 12/2026 Date: August 30, 2026 Executive summary This document has been approved for distribution by SEA GUARDIAN S.G. Ltd / Intelligence & Analysis Department. The provided Information and…
Piraeus Claims & Loss PreventionSeminar & ReceptionAthens, GROctober 15, 2026 Topics– Environmental regulatory developments and industry impact– Navigating a nuclear maritime future– Philippines disability claim mitigation– Mind, Body and Seafaring: The…
The Britannia Group is pleased to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, delivering a cleaner, faster digital experience with significantly improved navigation and search functionality. The new website…
THREAT / RISK SECURITY & SAFETY WEEKLY BULLETIN (brief assessment) August 13 – 20, 2026 Brief Update: No 11-3/2026 Date: August 20, 2026 In references to: INSIDE Risk at sea in…
NorthStandard joins the SSI as a member with a focus on the SSI’s Human Risk and Resilience platform
LONDON, 18th August 2026 – The Sustainable Shipping Initiative (SSI) today announced that NorthStandard, one of the world’s leading marine insurers and a leading member of the International Group of P&I Clubs,…
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AUGUST 13, 2026CIRCULAR NO. 17/26TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: NOTICE OF CANCELLATION IN RESPECT OF WAR RISKS FOR CERTAIN COVERS The Club’s reinsurers have issued a Notice of…
AUGUST 10, 2026 JOINT PARIS AND TOKYO MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING CONCENTRATED INSPECTION CAMPAIGN (CIC): CARGO SECURING The Member Authorities of the Tokyo and the Paris Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) on…
London, 10th August 2026: The UK P&I Club has announced the appointment of Ms. Jeong-Sook Kim as Senior Underwriting Director, with initial responsibility for the Korean market. Based in the Clubs…
London, UK, 22 July 2026 – West P&I has been assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A- by Standard and Poor’s. The outlook assigned to the rating is stable. Standard and…
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…