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Shipowners

 Claims Emergency

London Branch

+44 203 829 5858

Singapore Branch

+65 8683 3190

The claims response service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and provides immediate global assistance to all of our Members.

Calling the emergency contact number provides a quick and effective way to speak directly to a duty Shipowners’ claims handler in the event of an incident or casualty involving an entered vessel.

During office hours the emergency number will redirect to the relevant corresponding office switchboard.

Alternatively, Members can request assistance from our network of correspondents located around the world.

Correspondents

Emergency Contact

Shipowners

Shipowners is a mutual insurance association

With 170 years of experience in providing Protection and Indemnity (P&I) cover, Legal Costs Cover and associated insurances for smaller and specialist vessels, the Shipowners’ Club has an in-depth knowledge of the risks and liabilities you face when operating your fleet.

Our purpose

Shipowners in numbers*

* As at 31 December 2023

8,762

Members

99%

Membership retention

35,074

vessels

31.4m

total entered tonnage

Additional support and services

Our support for key stakeholders is reinforced by our range of services which are provided by experts in their field. 

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Adaptation, Evolution, Innovation

In this ever-changing world progress is paramount. The Shipowners’ Club is constantly seeking new ways to improve and evolve our products and services, whilst fostering the same sense of care and community that has been at its core since 1855.

 

Renewal 2025

Publications

20 Feb 2025

Club Rules 2025

The Club Rules are here to help you navigate the terms and conditions of your cover so you can be sure of what your membership to the Club entails. This year’s publication is digital only, allowing you instant access and improved navigation.
16 Oct 2024

Corporate Responsibility Report 2024

Corporate Responsibility - The Club is pleased to present its Corporate Responsibility Report 2024. Every policy or strategic initiative instituted by the Board and implemented by management is done in the best interest of the Club’s Members.
12 Sept 2024

Half Year Report 2024

The Shipowners’ Club, the leading P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has reported financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2024. The Club has reported a combined ratio of 95.8% which was in line with budget. The underwriting result of a US$ 5.4m surplus has been driven by 7% growth in earned income compared to the first half of 2023.

All publications

Latest news

16 Apr 2025

Navigating the Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) transition to S-100
27 Mar 2025

IG Circular: Update to circular dated 10 March 2025 regarding the EU 16th package of Russia sanctions
26 Mar 2025

IG Circular - Direct reduced iron (DRI)