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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.

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18 Apr 2024

The Shipowners’ Club reports a strong investment return and an increase in capital and reserves

The Shipowners’ Club is a mutual marine liability insurer, which has been providing Protection and Indemnity, including Legal Cost insurance, for small and specialist vessels since 1855. The Club is a member of the International Group of P&I Clubs and works with more than 700 brokers globally to insure over 35,000 vessels across a range of operating sectors and geographical areas.
15 Apr 2024

Introducing the Club's enhanced Legal Advice Benefit

The Club's Legal Advice Benefit is available to all our Members and is designed to ensure fast access to specialist cost effective legal advice on covered and non-covered claims, disputes or proceedings as well as non-contentious shipping work (such as ship finance, ship sale and purchase or shipbuilding contracts etc).
20 Mar 2024

IG STC: Common Guidance on the Presentation and Loading of Vehicles

The following common guidelines and supporting checklist are intended to ensure that the risks associated with the shipment of vehicles, including electric and hybrid vehicles are managed and to promote the safety of terminal and vessel personnel and the protection of property including the vessel itself.
18 Mar 2024

Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum publishes guidance on the Presentation and Loading of Vehicles

The Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum (VCSF) publishes its first industry good practice guidelines entitled ‘Common Guidance on the loading and presentation of vehicles’. The guidance, and supporting checklist, are intended to reduce the risks associated with the shipment of unaccompanied vehicles, including electric and hybrid vehicles, and to promote the safety of terminal and vessel personnel and the protection of property including the vessel itself.
21 Feb 2024

Jessica Teng: The MSC Flaminia (No. 2) – A charterer’s right to limit liability against claim by shipowner

In the recent decision of the MSC Flaminia (No.2) [2023] EWCA Civ 1007, the English Court of Appeal provided helpful insight on whether a charterer is entitled to limit liability to a shipowner in respect of loss or damage to the vessel itself, including consequential loss resulting from the vessel being lost or damaged.
20 Feb 2024

Club Rules 2024 now released

The Shipowners' Club has now released its Club Rules for 2024.
12 Feb 2024

Notice of Alteration to Terms and Conditions of Insurance

Following recent, well-documented attacks on commercial shipping transiting the Red Sea, various changes in reinsurance coverage relating to war risks for the region will become effective on 20 February 2024 via a Notice of Cancellation issued by reinsurers. The changes apply an exclusion from cover for war risks based on geographical limits that are deemed to be key high risk areas for such attacks.
09 Feb 2024

Rebecca Bax: The EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) - Contractual considerations for owners and operators

With the EU ETS in force as of 1 January 2024 and shipping companies being required to surrender their first ETS allowances by 30 September 2025 for emissions reported in 2024, this article will further set out who is responsible for compliance with the EU ETS and the associated costs, and contractual considerations for both owners and operators.
05 Feb 2024

IG Circular - Development of Russian sanctions and price cap attestation update

This circular highlights recent key developments in the sanctions imposed against Russia by the UK, EU and U.S.
05 Feb 2024

Ukraine and Russia Conflict

This page provides updates regarding the ongoing Ukraine and Russia conflict.
29 Jan 2024

Loss of anchors in the Middle East

The Club has noticed an increase in the frequency of anchors being lost in the Arabian Gulf region in recent years. This article therefore sets out to explore the cause of such incidents, the P&I liabilities arising and to review some tips on steps that can be taken to avoid similar occurrences.
23 Jan 2024

IG Circular - Quint-Seal Compliance Note: Know Your Cargo

On December 11, 2023, five U.S. agencies released a joint compliance note “Know Your Cargo” (“the Compliance Note”), highlighting tactics commonly deployed by malign actors in the transportation sector and best practices for the maritime and other transportation industries as well as examples of enforcement actions.
22 Jan 2024

Robert Shearer: The Red Sea attacks - the legal implications

In recent weeks we have seen enquires from our Membership regarding deviation, cancellation, additional costs and the Red Sea situation more generally. This article considers some of the legal implications of the increased Houthi threat in the Red Sea.
17 Jan 2024

Turkey: Revised pollution fines 2024

Further to the Club's previous update in July 2022, Members are advised that fines for causing pollution in Turkish waters have risen substantially. This is in accordance with the declaration by the Ministry of Environment and Urbanisation in Turkey, which was published in the Official Gazette dated 28 December 2023 and imposed under the Turkish Environmental Code dated 1983, numbered 2872. With effect from 1 January 2024, fines are increased by 58.4%, and the updated amounts are listed below.
12 Jan 2024

Evolving operational and security risks

Due to the rapidly evolving security situation in the Red Sea area, the Club would like to provide Members with current advice and support.
11 Jan 2024

EGM 11 January 2024 Minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held on Thursday 11 January 2024 at 11.45 hours at 16 Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg. The full document can be viewed via the ‘view pdf‘ button above.
03 Jan 2024

Tug and Barge Safety

Members operating tug and barges have always made up a large proportion of entered tonnage at the Club. To ensure we provide this important sector with assistance to mitigate risk, the Club has produced a range of relevant guidance available to Members and their crew.
03 Jan 2024

Loss Prevention Campaign aligned to IMO’s World Maritime Theme 2024

Safety has been at the heart of all IMO's activities since their conception, and this year we are proud to align ourselves with IMO’s 2024 campaign of enhancing maritime safety and security for both people and the planet. This is set against a backdrop of an environment that is continuously evolving especially when it comes to technological change and innovation. From crew health and wellbeing to adverse weather conditions and towage operations to piracy at sea, we aim to cover a wide array of areas within this topic, all with a focus of safety at the core.
21 Dec 2023

Zulu Associates releases latest designs for first zero emission short sea vessel featuring wind blade developments

The green agenda is a particularly powerful positive driver as our sector must quickly rise to the dual challenge of improving fuel efficiency and reaching ever lower emission targets. The Club ends 2023 with an exciting press release from our good friends Zulu Associates and Anglo Belgian Shipping Company which brings together the two concepts of decarbonisation and autonomy.
20 Dec 2023

IG Circular - Electronic (paperless) trading – eTEU eBL Platform

This circular informs Members of the approval by the International Group of P&I Clubs (the Group) of the eTEU eBL Platform.
19 Dec 2023

Plain Language Policies 2024 - changes with explanations - Translations

The Club is pleased to share the translations of the changes (with explanations) to the Plain Language Policies for 2024.
15 Dec 2023

Safety and tech developments in marinised batteries

In the eighth instalment in our Technology in Shipping series, we invited Rakshith Sachitanand, PhD - Sales Director of Echandia, a company that develops and manufactures electric propulsion systems, to explain why electric powered ships can be an attractive prospect if proper consideration is given.
13 Dec 2023

Plain Language Policies 2024 - changes with explanations

The Club is pleased to inform Members of the changes (with explanations) to the Plain Language Policies for 2024.
08 Dec 2023

IG Circular - Electronic (paperless) trading – Further Update to Secro Terms and Conditions

This circular confirms an updated version of the March 2023 Customer and User Agreement.
05 Dec 2023

Shipowners’ Club: Board Appointments

7 December 2023 – The Shipowners’ Club, the leading P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, is delighted to announce the appointment of four new directors to its Board. These co-options were agreed at the Club’s Board meetings in August and November 2023, effective from the Club’s Board meeting which takes place in March 2024.
04 Dec 2023

IG Circular: United States temporarily authorises transactions involving oil, gas and gold in Venezuela

This IG circular informs of The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) decision to recently issue 4 general licenses suspending certain sanctions in relation to transactions involving oil, gas, and gold in Venezuela.
30 Nov 2023

EGM 30 November 2023 Minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held on Thursday 30 November 2023 at 09.00 hours at Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Presidente Kennedy Avenue, 7560994 Santiago, Chile
28 Nov 2023

Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting - 11 January 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held on Thursday 11th January 2024 at 11.45 hours at the Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg), 16, Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg.
15 Nov 2023

IG Circular - Electronic (paperless) trading – ICE Digital Trade Management Limited (ICE): Approval of ICE Access Agreement (2023.01)

This notice confirms approval by the International Group of the ICE Access Agreement (2023.01) (‘the ICE Access Agreement’).
09 Nov 2023

The benefits of Club Membership

As part of the Club's 2024 renewal campaign, over the coming weeks we will be sharing just some of the benefits of Club Membership, which demonstrate our knowledge, experience, and desire to always Ensure Peace of Mind.
03 Nov 2023

拖轮和駁船拖船作業風險評估

The Club is pleased to present the Tug and Barge Towing Operations Risk Assessment in Chinese.
03 Nov 2023

IG Circular - Electronic (paperless) trading – WAVE bl- update to WAVE bl network bylaws to version 2.0

This circular confirms approval by the IG of an updated version of the WAVE Bylaws to version 2.0.
02 Nov 2023

Renewal 2024/2025

2 NOVEMBER 2023 - At the half year stage, the Club reported a combined ratio of 98.5%, with an underwriting surplus of US$ 1.8m, compared with 96.2% and US$ 4.3m at the same stage of the prior year. Mindful of the impact of inflation on the cost of claims going forward the Board resolved that a 5% General Increase should be applied for 2024.
25 Oct 2023

Temporary suspension of certain U.S. sanctions against Venezuela

On 18 October 2023, the US government announced the temporary relief on selected sanctions against Venezuela.
25 Oct 2023

Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting - 30 November 2023

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held at 9.00 hours on Thursday 30 November 2023.
25 Oct 2023

Providing Actionable Visibility to P&I Members - Case Study

In the seventh instalment of our Technology in Shipping series, we invited Dror Salzman- Product Manager at Windward, a pioneering Maritime AI risk management company, to explain how they are able to automatically detect and track the various types of illegal activity and those attempting to evade sanctions despite these growing challenges.
19 Oct 2023

The Shipowners' Club presents its Corporate Responsibility Report 2023

The Club has released its Corporate Responsibility Report 2023.
28 Sep 2023

Shipowners' Club recognised as a 5 star Employer

The Shipowners’ Club has been recognised as a 5 Star Employer after receiving positive feedback from their employees through independent employee engagement experts WorkBuzz.
28 Sep 2023

Introducing maritime technology to the bunker supply chain

In the sixth instalment in our Technology in Shipping series, we invited Darren Shelton - VP and Co-founder of FuelTrust, a GreenTech SaaS company, to explain how they feel they can harness technology to reduce the financial impact of bad fuel, mitigate the regulatory risk and empower greener fleets.
15 Sep 2023

Updated Suite of IG-Recommended Letter of Indemnity Wordings

The International Group (“IG”) has produced an updated suite of recommended letter of indemnity wordings.
14 Sep 2023

The Shipowners’ Club reports increased Member, vessel and tonnage numbers at the half year point

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 2023.
08 Sep 2023

IG Circular: U.S. imposes sanctions on jet fuel transport to Burma

On 23 August 2023 OFAC issued a determination that allows sanctions to be imposed on any foreign individual or entity that operates in the jet fuel sector of the Burmese economy by expanding Executive Order 14014 (the”EO”). The expansion of the EO by the U.S. authorities is “complementing existing provisions for sanctions against those that operate in the defense sector of the Burmese economy” (press release 23 August 2023).
01 Sep 2023

Legal Costs Cover (LCC) Guide Series

The Club has produced a series of Legal Costs Cover (LCC) guides for Members to explain several common disputes
21 Aug 2023

IG Circular – Electronic (Paperless) Trading – Change of name from essDOCS Exchange Limited to ICE Digital Trade Management Limited – Update to DSUA

Members are referred back to the Circular dated 16 June 2021. The International Group (IG) had previously approved DSUA version 2021.1 of essDOCS’s electronic trading system, operated by essDOCS Exchange Limited (the Company).
17 Aug 2023

ECDIS and the modern navigator

When discussing technologies in shipping, we often talk about the future changes that are threatening to disrupt the shipping industry and entirely alter the way the mariner operates, from autonomous shipping to alternative fuels and decarbonisation.
04 Jul 2023

EU adopts 11th package of sanctions against Russia

On 23 June 2023 the EU Council adopted the 11th package of economic sanctions against Russia to prevent their circumvention and further erode Russia’s revenues.
09 Jun 2023

Agapi Terzi: Greek Code of Private Maritime Law – A new chapter

For many decades Greece has been at the top of the list of ship owning countries. With 20% of the world’s commercial fleet controlled by Greek companies and more than a thousand offices established in Greece, offering ship management, ship brokerage, insurance, legal and finance services.
08 Jun 2023

Heavy Weather Precautions

Weather has been a critical aspect of life at sea from times immemorial. It remains as crucial to today’s seafarers as it was centuries ago. With the advancement in technology and improved communication systems, weather forecasting has radically improved, becoming more detailed, accurate and extending further out in time.
25 May 2023

Shipowners’ Club welcomes Mark Harrington to management board

The Shipowners’ Club, the leading P&I; insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, is delighted to announce the promotion of Mark Harrington to its management board.
25 May 2023

AGM Minutes May 2023

MINUTES of the Annual General Meeting of the Members held at Le Royal hotel, 12 Boulevard Royal, L-2449, Luxembourg on Thursday 25 May 2023, at 09:00 hours.
25 May 2023

Closure of the 2020 policy year without additional call

To all Members, At their meeting on the 25 May 2023 the Board considered the open policy years and in particular the 2020 policy year, which is now three years old. Whilst the 2020 policy year is currently forecast to produce an underwriting loss, the Board noted the Club’s overall strong capital position and therefore agreed that the year can be closed without additional call.
18 May 2023

IG Circular - Electronic (Paperless) Trading Systems - Update to Secro Terms and Conditions

Members are reminded that other exclusions of cover under Group Club Rules relating to the carriage of cargo will, of course, continue to apply in respect of all the IG approved providers in the same way as for paper systems.
04 May 2023

Harnessing technology in pollution response education and training

Pollution from oil spills remains an unfortunate reality of maritime transportation and offshore drilling. However, technology can play a crucial role in mitigating the environmental impact of these spills and training personnel for quick and effective clean-up.
03 May 2023

IG Circular: Russian Oil Price Cap update - Reporting requirements and evasion alert

  Trade involving Russia is now subject to significant legal restrictions. Members are reminded that cover is not available for trade that breaches applicable sanctions and are advised to conduct thorough due diligence on the parties, cargoes and trade involved before engaging in trade to, through or from Russia.
01 May 2023

Safety Culture

Instilling a healthy Safety Culture can have many benefits for Members, regardless of the size of marine operation concerned.
24 Apr 2023

Contracting themes in offshore wind charters

Whilst there are common themes amongst all offshore contracts, we have found that contracts such as WINDTIME in particular are drafted to be narrow in scope and remove boilerplate clauses, such as Clause Paramount or New Jason clauses, which are often not applicable to the works. This removal of superfluous clauses does not however reduce the complexity of the contract and through the Club’s review of offshore wind contracts, we have identified several common industry-specific clauses.
20 Apr 2023

Notice of Annual General Meeting – 25 May 2023

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held at Le Royal Hotel, 12 Boulevard Royal, L-2449 Luxembourg, on Thursday 25 May 2023, at 09. 00 hours for the following purposes: To approve the Report of the Directors and the Annual Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2022, and the Report of the auditors thereon.
20 Apr 2023

The Shipowners' Club reports high Member retention and a strong underwriting year

The Shipowners’ Club is a mutual marine liability insurer, which has been providing Protection and Indemnity, including Legal Cost insurance, for small and specialist vessels since 1855. The Club is a member of the International Group of P&I Clubs and works with more than 700 brokers globally to insure over 33,000 vessels across a range of operating sectors and geographical areas.
31 Mar 2023

Technology, risk and insurance – Getting the right perspective

Over the last decade, the Club has developed a range of bespoke policies to support the specific needs of its Membership. Fishing vessels, yachts and dive boats all benefit from cover adapted specifically to their unique requirements, whilst vessels engaged in offshore work have a choice of multiple cover packages catering to their contractual and operational requirements.
30 Mar 2023

Mooring Operations

Seafarers and shore personnel continue to be injured or killed during mooring operations. In the five policy years to 2021, the International Group Clubs were notified of 858 injuries and 31 fatalities during mooring operations.
23 Mar 2023

Knock-for-knock clauses and towage agreements: A Greek law perspective

Introduction The Club’s Members come from, and trade across, all four corners of the world, and often use standard contracts under which parties’ liabilities may be allocated on a knock-for-knock basis. This concept and related indemnity provisions are widely used in contracts related to towage, offshore work and salvage (e.
17 Mar 2023

The US Department of Treasury (OFAC) and the US Department of Justice issue a joint Compliance note

The Compliance note provides common red flags that can alert the international community on the use of third-party intermediaries or trans-shipment points to evade Russian and Belarussian related sanctions, and obscure the true identities of Russian end users. Please click here to read the full Compliance note.
15 Mar 2023

Risks associated with dirty engine room bilges

The Club would like to highlight to our Members, the potential hazards associated with oily engine room bilges and the checks and steps that a ship’s crew should undertake to assist mitigate the associated possible issues. It is common for bilge water to accumulate during the routine operation of machinery in the engine room spaces.
03 Mar 2023

Challenges and opportunities for oil and gas shipowners in transitioning to renewables

Transportation troubles There is no doubt that the market for marine transport of offshore wind farm components will continue to grow, requiring even greater numbers of suitable vessels to cover the associated heavy lift requirements. Traditional heavy lift operators that currently service the Oil & Gas (O&G) market have an opportunity to transition here and meet the demands of renewables projects.
03 Mar 2023

U.S. impose further sanctions against Russia

On 24 February 2023, the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the US Department of State and the US Department of Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed sanctions on numerous additional individuals, entities and vessels that the US has determined are engaged in sanctions evasion.   Full details can be found here.
03 Mar 2023

EU adopts 10th sanctions package against Russia

On 25 February 2023 the EU adopted its 10th package of sanctions against Russia. The relevant EU Regulations and Council Decisions can be found here but of particular significance for members is Council Regulation (EU) 2023/427 which further amends Regulation (EU) No 833/2014.
10 Feb 2023

Updated IG Circular: The Price on Russian oil and petroleum products - Executive summary

UPDATE – 10 February 2023 On 5 February 2023 the Price Cap Scheme intended to curb the revenue Russia derives from its petroleum exports was expanded as planned to set price caps for petroleum products of Russian origin which fall under CN code 2710. Two price caps have been set: US$ 45 per barrel for petroleum products traded at a discount to crude oil US$ 100 per barrel for petroleum products traded at a premium to crude oil Details of how different products falling with CN Code 2710 are categorised  in accordance with the two caps are set out in Annex XXVIII to Regulation (EU) No 833/2014 but for ease of reference can also be found in a recently published EU Guidance Document.
07 Feb 2023

Update to Notice of alteration to terms and conditions dated 21 December 2022

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that for all Rule based entries subject to the limits of cover stipulated in the Rules of the Association, the cover provided under the War Risk Extension Clause for vessels transiting and/or calling within Russian waters including their coastal waters up to 12 nautical miles offshore, and certain European waters as defined below, is sub-limited to US$ 80 million any one event, each vessel.   The limitation in respect to certain European waters is as follows: 1.
02 Feb 2023

The Shipowners' Club doesn't like surprises

"Shipowners’ Club is now the most boring Club to review, although this is for all the right reasons" read this year’s report from P&I insurance broker, Tysers. "High praise!" according to the Club CEO, Simon Swallow.
31 Jan 2023

Headwinds or fair winds: Understanding U.S. offshore wind energy regulations

CBP has a growing body of HQ Rulings that reveal a combination of Jones Act qualified and non-Jones Act qualified vessels may be used for different phases of an offshore wind energy project. (Offshore wind, Wind energy, Renewables)
26 Jan 2023

IG Circular - Electronic (paperless) trading – TradeGo eBL system

This circular informs Members of the approval by the International Group of P&I Clubs (the Group) of the TradeGo eBL system.
24 Jan 2023

Experts in Offshore Wind

(Renewables/ Offshore Wind/Wind Energy) From the beginnings of offshore wind, Members of the Shipowners' Club have been involved across the entire spectrum of operations, from site planning to installation and maintenance. As a leading insurer of specialist vessels, our Members were among the first to push into this now fast growing sector.
19 Jan 2023

P&IQ Scholarships 2023

The International Group of P&I Clubs and The Education Committee are pleased to announce the expansion of its annual scholarship programme to take part in the highly successful P&I Qualification programme. Last year, the Group's Education Committee awarded two scholarships to individuals to complete the P&IQ.
19 Jan 2023

EGM 17 January 2023 Minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held on Tuesday 17 January 2022 at 11. 45 hours at 16 Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg.
18 Jan 2023

The Changing Face of Shipping

The maritime industry does not have the luxury of standing still. Challenges placed on our industry come from a multitude of areas.
18 Jan 2023

Technology in Shipping Series

Read all the articles released so far in the Technology in Shipping series.
10 Jan 2023

Price Cap on Russian Oil - Podcast

Following the IG Circular issued on our website on 9 December 2022, the Club’s Legal Team has recorded this podcast to provide Members with a snapshot of the Price Cap on Russian oil that came into effect on 5 December 2022. An explanation of the purpose of the cap; The level of the cap and how this will be reviewed; How the cap will work in practice; Consequences of failure to comply; Emergency response scenarios; and Blending.
23 Dec 2022

Rebecca Bax: The impact of the introduction of the CII "carbon intensity indicator" for both owners and charterers

The Club has produced an article to inform Members about the impact of the introduction of the CII “carbon intensity indicator”, both to an owner and charterer, and how BIMCO’s new “CII Operations Clause for Time Charter Parties” seeks to address the challenges.
21 Dec 2022

Notice of Alteration to the Terms and Conditions of Insurance

TO ALL MEMBERS 21 December 2022   NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that for all Rules based entries with the Association, which include the War Risk Extension Clause, the liabilities covered under this clause will exclude all loss, damage, liability, cost or expense: (a) caused by or arising from or in connection with any Russia-Ukraine conflict and/or any expansion of such conflict; or (b) in any area or territory or territorial waters where Russian armed forces, Russian-backed forces, and/or Russian authorities, are engaged in conflict within the territories (including territorial waters) of the Russian Federation, Belarus, Ukraine and any disputed regions of Ukraine, the Crimean Peninsula and the Republic of Moldova. (c) arising from capture, seizure, arrest, detainment, confiscation, nationalisation, expropriation, deprivation or requisition for title or use, or the restraint of movement of vessels and cargo in the territories (including territorial waters) of the Russian Federation, Belarus, Ukraine and any disputed regions of Ukraine, the Crimean Peninsula and the Republic of Moldova.
21 Dec 2022

EU adopts 9th sanctions package against Russia

On 16 December 2022 the EU adopted the 9th package of Russian sanctions. A number of Regulations and Decisions were published but of particular significance for members is Council Regulation (EU) 2022/2474 which further amends Regulation (EU) 833/2014 (the Regulation).
20 Dec 2022

Yacht Safety

Implementing risk assessments Risk assessments for passenger vessel operations ISWAN for Seafarers app Yacht Crew Help Safety Culture Guidance on anchoring Navigation resources Weather forecasts, safe passage and safe berths   Additionally, 50% of yacht claims with a value in excess of USD 500,000 have been due to fires on board*. Podcast: Yacht electrical fires Yacht fire safety awareness while docked in a marina Fire mitigation and safety practices *Yacht claims data for policy years 2014 to 2021.
15 Dec 2022

Emissions Trading System (ETS) in shipping

On 14 July 2021, the European Commission proposed adding maritime transport to the European Union Emissions Trading System (ETS) to align it with a 55% reduction target of EU net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels. There is now a preliminary agreement for this proposal and the scheme will come into force from 1 January 2024.
13 Dec 2022

Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting and Rule Changes 2023

Note: A Member entitled to attend and vote at the meeting is entitled to appoint a proxy to attend and on a poll to vote instead of him/her. A proxy need not be a Member of the Association.
09 Dec 2022

IG Circular: The Price Cap on Russian Oil - Executive Summary

  The EU, G7 and Australia (the “Price Cap Coalition”) has recently introduced legislation and guidance effective 5 December 2022 intended to maintain the supply of Russian oil to world markets whilst at the same time reducing Russia’s earnings from its oil exports (the “Price Cap Scheme”).   Under the Price Cap Scheme, IG P&I Clubs will now be able to provide P&I cover for Russian crude oil shipments to countries which are not part of the Price Cap Coalition provided that the price of the Russian crude oil cargo from the time it is loaded until it has cleared customs at the port of destination is at or below US$ 60 per barrel (the “Price Cap”).
04 Dec 2022

EU publishes Price Cap Guidance and Q&As

The EU has published the following guidance and Q&A documents for Members' reference. Guidance on oil price cap Questions and Answers: G7 agrees oil price cap to reduce Russia's revenues, while keeping global energy markets stable .
24 Nov 2022

IG Circular - Electronic Paperless Trading Systems Update - approval of the Secro system

This circular informs Members of the approval by the International Group of P&I Clubs (the Group) of the Secro system. Members may recall, as reported in the Club’s Circular dated 10 June 2022, that, until February 2010, the Rules of all of the Group Clubs specifically excluded liabilities in respect of the carriage of cargo under all electronic, i.
22 Nov 2022

Environmental Protection and Pollution Prevention

The Club has a range of guidance available to assist Members on the journey to minimise their impact on the environment, helping them to contribute to a sustainable shipping industry. There is also useful guidance available from a number of industry organisations, which the Club shares below for ease of reference.
18 Nov 2022

Club statement on proposed changes in requirements for laden oil tankers to evidence P&I cover while in Turkish waters

The International Group is aware of an announcement by the maritime authorities in Turkey concerning proposed changes in requirements for laden oil tankers to evidence P&I cover while in Turkish waters. The Group is studying the proposals in order to prepare a response.
03 Nov 2022

Renewal 2023/2024

3 NOVEMBER 2022 – At the half year stage, the Club reported a Combined Ratio of 96. 2%, with an underwriting surplus of US$ 4.
02 Nov 2022

IG Circular: EU sanctions – updated FAQs published by the EU on the carriage of certain Russian cargoes including coal and fertilisers

It shall be prohibited to purchase, import, or transfer, directly or indirectly, coal and other solid fossil fuels, as listed in Annex XXII into the Union if they originate in Russia or are exported from Russia. It shall be prohibited to: (a) provide technical assistance, brokering services or other services related to the goods and technology referred to in paragraph 1 and to the provision, manufacture, maintenance and use of those goods and technology, directly or indirectly in relation to the prohibition in paragraph 1.
17 Oct 2022

The Shipowners' Club updates on CEO succession

The Shipowners’ Club wishes to update its Members and the Club’s many business partners that Simon Swallow will be stepping down from his position of CEO on 25 May 2023
13 Oct 2022

Tug and Barge Towing Operations Risk Assessment

Non-Propelled barges are widely used to carry commodities and equipment on inland waterways, in coastal waters and open seas. The towing of these barges by purpose-built tugs is a standard operation, however this activity presents complex challenges.
10 Oct 2022

EU adopts 8th sanctions package against Russia

UPDATE – 20 October 2022: The EU Commission has updated its Russia sanctions FAQs on state-owned enterprises following the imposition of a transaction ban on the Russian Maritime Registry of Shipping. Last update: 20 October 2022 The EU adopted an eighth package of sanctions on 6 October 2022 in response to Russia’s continued military aggression against Ukraine.
07 Oct 2022

IG Circular: Paperless Trading Electronic Trading Systems Update to TradeLens Terms and Conditions

Cloud Service (1) - Note there is now a definition of TradeLens eBL Offerings now includes Single Transfer (1. 1.
07 Oct 2022

Meet the LCC team

Legal Costs Cover The Shipowners’ Club can provide legal expenses cover to all Members, whatever their size or trade. We refer to our insurance as Legal Costs Cover (LCC) and not Freight, Demurrage and Defence (FD & D).
07 Oct 2022

Legal Costs Cover (LCC) – What's it all about?

The Club has produced an informative brochure for its LCC, formerly known as Freight Demurrage and Defence cover (FD&D), which insures Members for their legal and other costs incurred in pursuing or resisting claims which arise out of their business operations relating to an entered vessel. The brochure provides detail on: What LCC covers The Club's experience and expertise handling LCC claims The scope of LCC cover and the Club's objective assessment process How LCC claims are handled Club contacts for LCC enquiries    .
29 Sep 2022

Anti-suit injunctions post-Brexit – An available relief to liability insurers when third parties bring direct action claims in EU jurisdictions in breach of the insurance policy’s choice of law and forum clause

Some P&I Clubs and other liability insurers are occasionally being sued directly by third parties without prior action being taken against the liable assured. This right to sue the insurer directly derives from “direct action statutes” applying in certain jurisdictions.
28 Sep 2022

Revised IG Guidelines for Correspondents

The International Group of P&I Clubs (IGP&I) Correspondents Committee has published revised Guidelines for Correspondents.    .
21 Sep 2022

The Shipowners' Club reports modest underwriting surplus at the half year point

The Club has reported a combined ratio of 96.2% which was in line with budget. The underwriting result of a US$ 4.3m surplus has been driven by 8% growth in earned income compared to the first half of 2021 and a 2% reduction in overall claims costs.
21 Sep 2022

IG Circular - Update September 2022 – EU sanctions – clarification published on the carriage of certain Russian cargoes including coal and fertilisers

UPDATE – 20 September 2022: On 19 September 2022 the EU further amended its FAQS clarifying the application of provisions relating to the carriage of certain cargoes from Russia, including coal and other solid fossil fuels as well as certain types of fertilizer. Contrary to the position taken by the EU in August, the FAQs now make it clear that the transport of coal and certain specified goods in Annex XXI of Council Regulation 833/2014 (and related insurance) is in fact not prohibited when the goods are being carried to third countries.
07 Sep 2022

The Shipowners' Club appoints Theo Kailis to its Board of Directors

Ellie Bailey The Shipowners’ Club T: +44 20 7423 7145 E: ellie. bailey@shipownersclub.
15 Aug 2022

ISWAN for Seafarers - the free mobile app

The Shipowners Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has partnered with the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) to develop a free mobile app - ISWAN for Seafarers. Eager to help better the lives for all seafarers and their families, we have produced a free mobile app that brings help, information and support for seafarers around the clock, along with confidential 24-hour helplines.
12 Aug 2022

IG Circular - EU sanctions – clarification published on the carriage of certain Russian cargoes including coal and fertilisers

On 8 April 2022 the EU published Council Regulation 2022/576 which amended Regulation 833/2014 and contained the following provisions: Article 3i 1. It shall be prohibited to purchase, import, or transfer, directly or indirectly, goods which generate significant revenues for Russia thereby enabling its actions destabilising the situation in Ukraine, as listed in Annex XXI into the Union if they originate in Russia or are exported from Russia.
12 Aug 2022

The obligation to accept a reasonably satisfactory security offered following a collision

It Background facts On 15 July 2018, three vessels, the Panamax Alexander, the Sakizaya Kalon and the Osios David, collided in the Suez Canal. On 8 August 2018, the owners of Panamax Alexander, entered with Britannia P&I Club, and the owners of Osios David, entered with The Standard Club, agreed on a bipartite CJA on the standard terms of ASG2.
08 Aug 2022

IG Circular: Roll Risk Estimator - MARIN

The project has been approved by a cross section of industry, academic and government interests and MARIN will produce a report of its findings including recommendations in due course. It is envisaged that the recommendations will eventually lead to operational and technical improvements that should mitigate the risk and underlying causes of container losses at sea.
08 Aug 2022

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Latest information and updates

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03 Aug 2022

Review into the Delay in Contracting and Engagement of Salvage Services in Marine Casualties

The International Group’s Salvage Committee have launched a report which provides a review into Delays in the Contracting of Salvage services in Marine Casualties. Lloyd’s Open Form (LOF) is a standard form contract that provides a regime for determining the amount of remuneration to be awarded to salvors for their services to a vessel in distress after the event.
02 Aug 2022

UK Sanctions - New Trade Restrictions

On 21 July 2022 the UK government imposed further trade restrictions against Russia under The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No. 14) Regulations 2022 which amend The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019) (“the Regulations”).
29 Jul 2022

IG Circular: The European Union’s 6th Sanctions Package – Amended Circular

On 21 July 2022 the European Union published a Maintenance and Alignment Package. The package included amendments to Regulation (EU) No.
19 Jul 2022

UK adopts further Russian sanctions

The UK has introduced amendments to its Russia Regulations, which impose prohibitions and requirements in relation to trade sanctions measures. The amendments also include new measures (not limited to) in relation to trade: Maritime goods and maritime technology in certain circumstances (regulation 5); military goods and technology with non-government controlled Ukrainian territory (as specified in new Chapter 2A of Part 5); defence and security goods and technology (as specified in Parts 2 to 4 of new Schedule 3C); jet fuel and fuel additives (as specified in an addition to Part 8 of Schedule 2A); and goods which generate significant revenues for Russia (as specified in new Schedule 3D).
14 Jul 2022

The UK Government announces further sanctions against Belarus and amendments to existing measures

On 5 July 2022, the UK government introduced a new tranche of economic, trade and transport sanctions on Belarus in response to Lukashenko’s support of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. These sanctions expand on the existing measures introduced against Russia to Belarus.
13 Jul 2022

Turkey – Supplemental update to pollution fines 2022

Further to the Club’s previous circular in March 2022, there have been further updates to Pollution fines in Turkey as declared by the Ministry of Environment and Urbanisation and published in the Official Gazette no. 31867, effective from 15 June 2022.
01 Jul 2022

IG Circular: The European Union's 6th sanctions package - EU Regulation 833/2014 – (The “Regulation”)

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28 Jun 2022

Paul Smit: Relying on Force Majeure Clause in the Face of International Sanctions

It has now been decided that whilst a party has to reasonably endeavour to overcome and/or mitigate a Force Majeure event, they are required to do so within the sphere and boundaries set by the contract. This is the outcome to a dispute under recent appeal to the English Commercial Court in MUR Shipping BV v RTI Ltd [2022] EWHC 467 (Comm).
23 Jun 2022

Introducing Medical Enhancement Scheme for Seafarers (MEDISEA)

If Members employ seafarers of the above qualifying nationalities and/or require more details on Medisea, please contact the Club via your broker or write to us at medisea@shipownersclub. com.
13 Jun 2022

Fire mitigation and safety practices

Between 2016 and 2022, the quantum for claims, notified to the Club, caused by fires on board Member’s vessels was over US$ 4 million. On analysing these incidents, it was observed that most occurred in the engine room or when performing  hot work operations and were attributed to a lack of effective procedures and poor housekeeping.
13 Jun 2022

Fire safety - lithium cells and batteries

The Club would like to thank John Gow, Technical Director for Marine and Senior Investigator at Jensen Hughes – Forensics, for his invaluable contribution to this article. Buy from a reputable manufacturer or reseller.
10 Jun 2022

IG Circular: Electronic (paperless) trading update - IQAX eBL system

This circular informs Members of the approval by the International Group of P&I Clubs (the Group) of the IQAX eBL system. Members may recall, as reported in our previous circular dated 17 February 2020, that until February 2010, the Rules of all of the Group Clubs specifically excluded liabilities in respect of the carriage of cargo under all electronic, i.
09 Jun 2022

Our broker survey results: we are the go-to Club for smaller and specialist vessel insurance.

Maintaining close relationships with brokers is of the utmost importance to the Club, with almost 100% of the Club’s Membership produced via its broking network. The Club is always looking at ways to adapt, improve and to ensure peace of mind to its brokers and their clients, our Members.
01 Jun 2022

IG Circular: Paperless trading electronic trading systems update to E-TITLE - cancellation of R3 ownership

E-TITLE retains ownership The Club had previously notified Members of the change in ownership of E-TITLE electronic trading system and its underlying legal framework to R3. Members were also notified of the following: the change in trading name of the E-TITLE electronic trading system to Corda eBL; and how the Corda eBL software was to operate.
26 May 2022

FAQs on IG Circular: General Trade Licence dated 17 March 2022 – Reporting of vessel calls to Russia and transiting Russian territorial waters

The Circular explains that Members must now report to the Club all vessel calls to Russia and transits through Russian territorial waters, and the regulatory basis for this new requirement.   This article sets out some of the Frequently Asked Questions we have received on the Circular.
24 May 2022

Philip Orme to step down as Club Chairman

Notes for editors The Shipowners’ Club is a mutual marine liability insurer, which has been providing Protection and Indemnity, including Legal Cost insurance, for small and specialist vessels since 1855. The Club is a member of the International Group of P&I clubs and works with more than 600 brokers globally to insure over 34,000 vessels across a range of operating sectors and geographical areas.
19 May 2022

AGM Minutes May 2022

MINUTES of the Annual General Meeting of the Members held at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Al Emreef Street, PO Box 118500, Dubai - United Arab Emirates on Thursday 19 May 2022, at 09:00 hours.
19 May 2022

IG Circular: General Trade Licence dated 17 March 2022 – Reporting of vessel calls to Russia and transiting Russian territorial waters

On 17 March 2022 the UK Government published a General Trade Licence in part to clarify earlier amendments to the UK Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations (the “Regulation”). Specifically, the licence addresses the issue as to whether it is lawful under the Regulation for insurers and reinsurers domiciled or operating from the United Kingdom to provide insurance for vessels calling at Russian ports or transiting Russian territorial waters.
19 May 2022

Closure of the 2019 policy year without additional call

To all Members, At their meeting on the 19 May 2022 the Board considered the open policy years and in particular the 2019 policy year, which is now three years old. Whilst the 2019 policy year is currently forecast to produce an underwriting loss, the Board noted the Club’s overall strong capital position and therefore agreed that the year can be closed without additional call.
12 May 2022

Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Ships

Shipping plays a major role in the transportation of goods across the world and forms the backbone of the world economy. Approximately 80% of global trade by volume is carried by sea.
10 May 2022

'Safe By Design' – Safety posters for fishing vessels

At Shipowners' Club, we are committed to driving welfare and safety within our communities. The Club has long been associated with the insurance of fishing vessels.
14 Apr 2022

The Shipowners' Club reports steady growth despite a challenging 2021

14 April 2022 - The Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has reported results for the year ended 31 December 2021. Despite another challenging year, the Club’s Chairman, Philip Orme, sought to reassure Members and their brokers that the Club once again delivered on its commitment to both Member support and financial stability.
14 Apr 2022

Notice of Annual General Meeting – 19 May 2022

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Al Emreef Street, PO Box 118500, Dubai - United Arab Emirates, on Thursday 19 May 2022, at 09. 00 hours for the following purposes: To approve the Report of the Directors and the Annual Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2021, and the Report of the auditors thereon.
07 Apr 2022

Russia adopts retaliatory measures in response to sanctions imposed by various States

  Ban on the exportation of goods from Russia Export restrictions on products including various types of vessels, yachts, floating structures, ships and their components regardless of their origin, telecoms, medical, vehicle, agricultural, and electrical equipment, as well as some forestry products (wood materials).   Russian resident companies making payments to foreign creditors Further provisions allow Russian companies to discharge their obligations towards creditors from “unfriendly countries” by transferring the money to the bank account in rubles in the name of the foreign creditor.
06 Apr 2022

EU Commission announces the fifth package of sanctions against Russia

  This fifth package has six pillars: an import ban on coal from Russia a full transaction ban on four key Russian banks a ban on Russian vessels and Russian-operated vessels from accessing EU ports further targeted export bans. This includes, for example, quantum computers and advanced semiconductors, but also sensitive machinery and transportation equipment.
06 Apr 2022

Latest US Russia sanctions

The new Determination contains a potentially broad designation authority.  The Executive Order in question already authorised the US Treasury Department to designate a person who operates in the (i) technology or (ii) defense sectors of the Russian economy, and allowed US Treasury to add new sectors at its discretion.
06 Apr 2022

UK introduces further Russia sanctions measures

The UK regulations state that a person must not directly or indirectly provide to, or for the benefit of, a designated person technical assistance relating to an aircraft, or a ship.  “Technical assistance” is defined in the relevant chapter of the regulation as follows:   “Technical assistance”, in relation to goods or technology, means— (a) technical support relating to the repair, development, production, assembly, testing, use or maintenance of the goods or technology, or (b) any other technical service relating to the goods or technology;”   Subject to guidance from OFSI, the definition is very much tied to the goods and technology.
31 Mar 2022

Black Sea : mine risks

On March 28, it was reported the Turkish military diving team deactivated a stray naval mine off the northwest coast of Turkey. Similarly, the Romanian Defense Ministry declared that a fishing vessel had identified a stray mine and alerted maritime authorities, who undertook an operation to defuse the mine approximately 39 nautical miles from southeast Romania.
24 Mar 2022

Turkey: Revised pollution fines 2022

Further to the Club’s previous circular in February 2021, Turkey: Revised Pollution Fines, Members are advised that the fines for causing pollution have risen substantially by 36. 2%.
16 Mar 2022

EU announces the next round of its Russia sanctions package

The EU has adopted Council Regulation (EU) 2022/428 of 15 March 2022 introducing further trade restrictions concerning the import, purchase, transport of iron and steel products listed in Annex XVII into the EU, if they have originated in Russia or have been exported from Russia to another country. This includes a prohibition to provide, directly or indirectly, technical assistance, brokering services, financing or financial assistance, including insurance and re-insurance related to the prohibitions in Article 3g.
04 Mar 2022

Russian Banks Banned from SWIFT

The EU in consultation with the UK, US and Canada have requested SWIFT, the financial messaging system, to disconnect certain Russian banks from using its system, in response to Russia’s unprovoked military aggression against Ukraine. On 2 March 2022 the EU formally implemented sanctions (Council Decision (CFSP) 2022/346 & Council Regulation (EU) 2022/345) whereby it shall be prohibited from 12 March 2022 to provide SWIFT services to the following seven Russian banks: VTB Bank, Bank Otkritie, Novikombank, Promsvyazbank, Rossiya Bank, Sovcombank, and VEB or to any entity established in Russia and owned (directly or indirectly) by more than 50% by one of the above entities It will mean that the above banks will be completely prohibited from using SWIFT to send payment messages to any other bank or institution connected to it anywhere in the world.
04 Mar 2022

EU Regulation 2022/328

The European Union announced a significant expansion of sanctions against Russia in light the deteriorating situation in Ukraine on 25 February 2022. Regulation 2022/328 sets out a wide package of measures and copy can be found here.
04 Mar 2022

Ukraine - Repatriation of Ukrainian Seafarers

There are obvious difficulties presented with the repatriation of seafarers to Ukraine due to the conflict with Russia. The Club has seen several requests to Members by Ukrainian seafarers who wish to terminate their employment contract and to be repatriated to alternative agreed destinations.
03 Mar 2022

Contractual Implications of the Ukrainian/Russian Conflict - FAQs

Introduction The situation in Ukraine is developing rapidly and remains fluid. The Club provides below some general guidance which addresses some of the most pressing questions at this challenging time.
01 Mar 2022

UK Port Restrictions - Russian Vessels

On 28 February 2022, the UK Department for Transport announced that following the Russian government’s continued incursion into Ukraine, it did “not consider it appropriate for Russian vessels to continue to enter UK ports”.   UK ports have therefore been asked not to provide access to any ship which they have reason to believe is: Owned, controlled, chartered, or operated by any person connected with Russia; Owned, controlled, chartered or operated by Designated Persons; Flying the Russian flag; Registered in Russia.
25 Feb 2022

Update on Russian Sanctions - 25 February 2022

Further to our update of 23 February 2022, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has now spread beyond the Donetsk and Luhansk regions prompting widespread international condemnation and additional economic sanctions.   We set out below a summary of the additional sanctions imposed since our previous update: US Sanctions On 24 February 2022, pursuant to Executive Order (“E.
23 Feb 2022

Update on Russian Sanctions - 23 February 2022

Following the Russian government’s adoption of decrees recognising the independence of the so-called Donetsk People’s Republic (“DNR”) and Luhansk People’s Republic (“LNR”) regions of eastern Ukraine, new sanctions have been introduced by the US, EU and the UK. We set out in this article a summary of the sanctions, which we recommend our Members review to ensure compliance: US Sanctions The US has issued new sanctions in the form an Executive Order on Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting Certain Transactions with Respect to Continued Russian Efforts to Undermine the Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity of Ukraine (the “Executive Order”).
09 Feb 2022

Notice of Alteration to the Terms and Conditions of Insurance

TO ALL MEMBERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that for all Rules based entries with the Association, the Marine Cyber Risks Exclusion contained in Rule 25, paragraphs 4-6, applies, but only to uncertified Malicious Cyber liabilities. Cover therefore remains available for certified Malicious Cyber Risks up to your Cover limit.
02 Feb 2022

IG Circular: Recent Deceptive Practices

Since 2010, considerable sanctions’ activity has been directed at shipping and its supporting industries reflecting the fact that 90% of world trade involves the carriage of goods by sea. The purpose of this Circular is to draw Members’ attention to some of the recent deceptive practices employed by parties that are engaged in activities that offend the sanctions regimes operated by national governments and or supranational bodies such as the UN.
31 Jan 2022

IG Circular: Parametric Rolling - Top Tier Report

The International Group recently became a member of the Maritime Research Institute of the Netherlands (MARIN) Top Tier project. The project has been established to examine and assess the causes of container losses arising from at-sea incidents onboard various sizes of container ships.
18 Jan 2022

EGM 18 January 2022 Minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held on Tuesday 18 January 2022 at 11. 45 hours at 16 Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg.
17 Jan 2022

Poliza de responsabilidad civil de barco pesquero 2022 (a partir del 1 de enero de 2022) - cambios con explicaciones

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Fishing Vessel Liability Insurance Policy in Spanish for policies incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
04 Jan 2022

Aansprakelijkheidsverzekering voor vissersvaartuigen 2022 (geldig vanaf 1 januari 2022) – wijzigingen met uitleg

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Fishing Vessel Liability Insurance Policy in Dutch for policies incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
23 Dec 2021

Aansprakelijkheidsverzekering voor kleinere passagiersschepen 2022 (geldig vanaf 1 januari 2022) – wijzigingen met uitleg

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Passenger Vessel Liability Insurance Policy in Dutch for policies incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
23 Dec 2021

Aansprakelijkheidsverzekering voor europese binnenvaartschepen 2022 (geldig vanaf 20 februari 2022) – wijzigingen met uitleg

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the European Inland Craft Liability Insurance Policy in Dutch for policies incepting 20 February 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
16 Dec 2021

Safety Culture: Learning lessons on Safety Culture - Podcast

In this podcast, the Club's Head of Loss Prevention - Carri Woodburn and Dr Claire Pekcan - Director at Safe Marine Ltd, consider an incident that has taken place on board a vessel and discuss some of the key lessons that can be learned about Safety Culture. Dr Pekcan also provides insight into what measures can be taken to improve Safety Culture, helping Members to prevent further incidents from occurring.
14 Dec 2021

Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting and Rule changes 2022

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held on Tuesday 18 January 2022 at 11. 45 hours at The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg), 16, Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg, for the purpose of considering and if thought fit, passing the following as a SPECIAL RESOLUTION.
10 Dec 2021

The Eternal Bliss - A blissful ruling for Charterers

in the charterparty. The Court of Appeal provided several reasons for their decision, including: a.
03 Dec 2021

Jacht-haftpflichtversicherung (gültig ab 1. Januar 2022) - änderungen mit Erklärungen

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Yacht Liability Insurance Policy in German for policies incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
03 Dec 2021

Haftpflicht-versicherungspolice für europäische binnenschiffe (gültig ab 20. Februar 2022) - änderungen mit Erklärungen

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the European Inland Craft Liability Insurance Policy in German for policies incepting 20 February 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
03 Dec 2021

Haftpflicht-versicherungspolice für kleinere passagierschiffe (gültig ab 1. Januar 2022) - änderungen mit Erklärungen

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Passenger Vessel Liability Insurance Policy in German for policies incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
03 Dec 2021

Haftpflicht-versicherungs police für fischereifahrzeuge (gültig ab 1. Januar 2022) - änderungen mit Erklärungen

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Fishing Vessel Liability Insurance Policy in German for policies incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
29 Nov 2021

Safety Culture: Raising a Safety Concern

As part of the Safety Culture series, the Club has been releasing a series of advisories in collaboration with industry experts. The latest release which is available to view and download above, provides advice on how to raise a safety concern in a manner that helps to avoid an uncomfortable situation.
26 Nov 2021

Police D'assurance responsabilité civile liée aux navires de pêche (en vigueur le 1er janvier 2022) - changements avec explications

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Fishing Vessel Liability Insurance Policy in French for policies incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
26 Nov 2021

Police d’assurance responsabilité civile liee à la navigation de plaisance (en vigueur le 1er janvier 2022) - changements avec explications

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Yacht Liability Insurance Policy in French for policies incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
26 Nov 2021

Police d’assurance responsabilité civile liée à la navigation intérieure européenne (en vigueur le 20 février 2022) - changements avec explications

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the European Inland Craft Liability Insurance Policy in French for policies incepting 20 February 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
26 Nov 2021

Police d’assurance responsabilité civile liée aux navires à passagers (en vigueur le 1er janvier 2022) - changements avec explications

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Passenger Vessel Liability Insurance Policy in French for policies incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
24 Nov 2021

Yacht Liability Insurance Policy 2022 (effective 1st January 2022) - Changes with explanations

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Yacht Liability Insurance Policy incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
24 Nov 2021

Yacht Legal Costs Cover 2022 (effective 1st January 2022) - Changes with explanations

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Yacht Legal Costs Cover incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
24 Nov 2021

Yacht Pre-Delivery Liability Policy 2022 (effective 1st January 2022) - Changes with explanations

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Yacht Pre-Delivery Liability policy incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
19 Nov 2021

Liability Insurance Policy for European Inland Craft 2022 (Inland Policy – effective 20 February 2022) – changes with explanations

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Liability Insurance Policy for European Inland Craft for policies incepting 20 February 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
19 Nov 2021

Fishing Vessel Liability Insurance Policy 2022 (effective 1st January 2022) – changes with explanations

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Fishing Vessel Liability Insurance Policy for policies incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
19 Nov 2021

Specialist Offshore & Construction Package 2022 (effective 20 February 2022): Core - changes with explanations

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Specialist Offshore & Construction Package: Core, for 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above and will take effect for all policies incepting….
19 Nov 2021

Specialist Offshore & Construction Package 2022 (effective 20 February 2022): Enhanced - changes with explanations

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Specialist Offshore & Construction Package: Enhanced, for 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above and will take effect for all policies incepting….
19 Nov 2021

Passenger Liability Insurance Policy 2022 (effective 1st January 2022) – changes with explanations

The Club is pleased to inform Members of changes to the Passenger Liability Insurance Policy for policies incepting 1st January 2022. The changes, together with explanations, can be accessed via the ‘view pdf’ button above.
17 Nov 2021

Liability for salvage costs under TOWCON

Earlier this year, BIMCO issued revisions to its widely used standard ocean towage forms, TOWCON and TOWHIRE. The last revisions to these contracts had been made in 2008 and so, there was a real need to update these two contracts to bring them in line with the changing commercial and legal practices that have taken place over the last decade.
11 Nov 2021

Oil Tanker Operations Risk Assessment

Oil tanker operations are a vast and comprehensive subject and following correct procedures during operations is extremely critical due to the significant impact they can have on life, property and the environment should anything go wrong. To assist in mitigating the risk involved with this trade, several measures are already in place including regulations governing the carriage of oil and the mandatory requirement for all crew to undergo specialised training courses prior sailing on tankers.
08 Nov 2021

Renewal 2022/2023

8 NOVEMBER 2021 – At the half year stage, the Club reported a Combined Ratio of 100. 9%, with an underwriting deficit of US$ 0.
22 Oct 2021

Medisea Flow Chart - Bahasa

The following PDF provides a flow chart for Medisea translated into Bahasa.
15 Oct 2021

A comparative review of BIMCO's WINDTIME and SUPPLYTIME

In 2013, BIMCO issued their standard time Charterparty form, WINDTIME, which is designed for the purpose of transferring wind farm personnel and equipment to and from offshore wind farm installations. Although the WINDTIME form was modelled on SUPPLYTIME 2005, many of the adjustments that were made for WINDTIME were later incorporated into SUPPLYTIME 2017. In some ways, therefore, WINDTIME is more closely aligned with SUPPLYTIME 2017.
14 Oct 2021

Announcing the International Group of P&I Clubs Fellowship in International Maritime Law 2021-2022

The International Group of P&I Clubs is delighted to announce the establishment of a fellowship for the academic year 2021-2022 for a student pursuing Master of Laws (LL. M.
24 Sep 2021

IG Circular: Sierra Leone - Carriage of iron ore fines cargoes - Liquefaction risk

Members are referred to our previous circulars from 28 January 2011 and 20 June 2012 and the risks arising from the carriage of mineral ores from certain jurisdictions, including possible liquefaction of such cargoes and the lack of a regulatory oversight at the loading ports. Iron ore fines are of increasing concern, particularly shipments from Sierra Leone arising from a phased restart of iron mines in the region and with vessels loading such cargoes in the port of Pepel.
24 Sep 2021

IG Circular : Paperless Trading Electronic Trading Systems Update to E-TITLE - Change of Ownership and Approval of Corda eBL as Replacement of E-TITLE

and members are invited to take note of how the Corda eBL software will operate. CORDA EBL Corda eBL is a software development kit (SDK), that provides a mechanism to facilitate the title transfer and negotiable functionalities of a bill of lading.
16 Sep 2021

International Group scholarship programme

The thirteen P&I Clubs which comprise the International Group (the “Group”) between them provide marine liability cover (protection and indemnity) for approximately 90% of the world's ocean-going tonnage. Through the unique Group structure, the member Clubs, whilst individually competitive, share between them their large loss exposures, and also share their respective knowledge and expertise on matters relating to shipowners liabilities and the insurance and reinsurance of such liabilities.
10 Sep 2021

Belarus Sanctions

We encourage Members to have an awareness of the UK, EU and US sanctions regimes concerning Belarus. Members who may be impacted by a UK, EU or US nexus are strongly advised to identify any transactions or trade related and/or connected to Belarus and assess the risks involved.
09 Sep 2021

The Shipowners' Club reports positive half year results and stability for its Members

Jo Mason The Shipowners’ Club T: +44 20 3884 1707 E: jo. mason@shipownersclub.
07 Sep 2021

London International Shipping Week 2021

The Club is delighted to be taking part in London International Shipping Week 2021, 13-17 September. This year The Club has the following people taking part: Our CEO, Simon Swallow will be speaking at ‘The Shipping Risk Forum’ on Tuesday 14 September, hosted by Maritime London.
01 Sep 2021

MV Smart update - Shipowners unfettered right to collect freight under the bill of lading

Owners would be entitled to revoke Charterers’ authority to collect freight in the event of a default by Charterers but only in respect to an amount up to (but no more than) the amount due from Charterers under the Charterparty. Therefore, given that the Owners had revoked Charterers’ authority to collect freight of a greater value than the amount due to them under the Charterparty in respect of bunkers, they were in breach of the above term.
26 Aug 2021

Importance of Proper Passage Planning (Thai)

แม้จะมีการปรึกษาหารืออย่างต่อเนื่องในอุตสาหกรรมการเดินเรือเกี่ยวกับความสำคัญของการวางแผนการเดินเรืออย่างครอบคลุมในช่วงหลายปีที่ผ่านมา ทางคลับยังคงพบอุบัติเหตุนับไม่ถ้วนและอย่างต่อเนื่องในวงการเดินเรือ ซึ่งส่วนใหญ่เกี่ยวข้องหรือเป็นผลมาจากการวางแผนการเดินเรือที่ไม่เหมาะสมหรือไม่มีการวางแผนการเดินเรือใดๆก่อนออกเดินทางเลย
26 Aug 2021

Importance of Proper Passage Planning (Bahasa)

Perencanaan pelayaran yang tepat harus dilaksanakan oleh semua kapal, meskipun tingkat perencanaan tersebut akan tergantung pada sejumlah faktor, termasuk jenis kapal, ukuran, area pelayaran dan karakter operasional.  Sementara itu mengacu pada SOLAS/V/34 untuk aspek perencanaan pelayaran, referensi yang berdasarkan aturan setempat yang setara , dapat diberlakukan panduan yang serupa untuk kapal-kapal yang tidak menerapkan peraturan SOLAS Berdasarkan hasil dari Program Survei Kondisi dan investigasi internal terhadap klaim yang relevan, Club telah mengidentifikasi aspek-aspek berikut yang sering kurang dalam perencanaan pelayaran yang tepat: Peta navigasi pelayaran tidak diperbaharui, Penggunaan Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) yang tidak tepat Kurangnya pengetahuan tentang fitur keselamatan pada ECDIS Kurangnya kejelasan tentang sarana utama dan sekunder dari peralatan navigasi (mengacu pada 1/Circ.
06 Aug 2021

International Group reports record year for education

Since it launched in 2010, the International Group’s P&I Qualification (P&IQ) programme has grown to become one of the shipping industry’s foremost professional courses. In 2020, with its international reach and network, the IG P&IQ found itself perfectly positioned to deliver its courses and exams online.
05 Aug 2021

IMO regulations aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in shipping

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) met in June 2021 and agreed amendments to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) Annex VI that will require, as applicable, vessels to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. The Club has produced the following reference table to highlight existing and new regulations related to the IMO’s goals.
28 Jul 2021

Safety Culture: Safety Management System

As part of the Safety Culture series, the Club has been releasing a series of advisories in collaboration with industry experts. The objectives of this campaign include improving operational efficiency and promoting a healthy Safety Culture resulting in reduced incident rates.
23 Jul 2021

Madhavi Arya: We won, now what? Enforcement options in Singapore

There is a common misconception that the matter ends once a judgment or award is obtained at the end of legal proceedings. In reality, the next crucial step of enforcement determines if that judgment or award will materialise into a monetary recovery.
14 Jul 2021

IG Circular: Vaccination of Seafarers - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) relating to P&I Club Cover July 2021

This document has been produced by the thirteen P&I Clubs which are members of the International Group of P&I Clubs in order to answer a number of questions that are frequently asked about P&I Club cover relating to the vaccination of seafarers. The International Group of P&I Clubs (IG P&I) has also collaborated with the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) on an ICS publication "Coronavirus (COVID19): Legal, Liability and Insurance Issues arising from Vaccination of Seafarers".
05 Jul 2021

Precautionary guidance when expecting storms

The articles listed below, produced by Marine Insight, provide guidance on necessary measures that should be taken by crew when expecting and encountering storms: What Seafarers Should Do After The Vessel Receives Storm Warning? What Actions Ship Must Take For Tropical Revolving Storm (TRS)? In addition, the Club would also like to draw Members’ attention to ‘Revised guidance to the Master for avoiding dangerous situations in adverse weather and sea conditions’ as produced by the IMO (MSC. 1/Circ.
30 Jun 2021

New mobile app offers seafarers offline access to ISWAN's 24-hour support and resources

30 June 2021 - The Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector and the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) have joined forces to launch a new app, ISWAN for Seafarers. : A charity and membership organisation which works to promote and support the welfare of seafarers all over the world.
29 Jun 2021

Navigation Resources

The art of navigating a vessel to its specific destination has been in practice for centuries. From the initial days of using landmarks or observing the direction of the sun and stars, methods have now greatly evolved to the modern-day techniques of using electronic and satellite-based navigation systems and aids.
24 Jun 2021

Guidance On Ensuring The Weathertight Integrity of Hatch Covers

Figure 1: Cargo damage due to water ingress CLOSURE AND SECURING OF HATCH COVERS In order to ensure that hatch covers are closed sufficiently it is vital that the correct procedures are followed every time the hatches are closed and opened. This can be achieved by ensuring that crew are duly familiar with the manufacturer’s operating instructions, the company’s on board operation procedures, risk assessments and any other relevant policies related to these operations.
16 Jun 2021

IG Circular: Paperless Trading Electronic Trading Systems - Update to essDOCS Terms and Conditions

Members are referred to the Club’s previous Circular from 11 June 2019 which can be viewed here for easy reference. DSUA v.
04 Jun 2021

AGM Minutes June 2021

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of the Members held at 16 Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240, Luxembourg, on Thursday 3 June, 2021 at 11:00 hours.
04 Jun 2021

Closure of the 2018 policy year without additional call

To all Members, At their meeting on the 3 June 2021 the Board considered the open policy years and in particular the 2018 policy year, which is now three years old. Whilst the 2018 policy year is currently forecast to produce an underwriting loss, the Board noted the Club’s overall strong capital position and therefore agreed that the year can be closed without additional call.
02 Jun 2021

Safety Culture: Empowered Communication infographic

Why do incidents on vessels continue to occur despite improved procedures and safety equipment? The answer could lie in the safety culture on board. Instilling healthy safety cultures on vessels can reduce incidents and lead to happier and safer crew.
02 Jun 2021

Safety Culture: Effective Communication

Another exchange that we may encounter is when the antagonist tries to manipulate us into doing what they want; they are inviting us to rescue them from a problem, often of their own making. In this technique, we decide what our non-negotiable limit is, and we stick to it, not by justifying our decision, but by simply stating this limit repeatedly.
14 May 2021

Navigation Booklet Series

The art of navigation may be second nature to deep-sea mariners, but for those crews who do not use this skill very often it can present some significant difficulties. Results from the Club's Condition Survey Programme often highlight a limited understanding of basic navigation practices.
11 May 2021

Importance of proper passage planning

Despite the ongoing discussion in the shipping industry regarding the importance of comprehensive passage planning over multiple years, the Club continues to observe countless incidents across the industry that can be largely attributed to either improper or non-existent passage planning. Planning a proper passage should be carried out by all vessels, although the extent of such planning would depend on a number of factors, including the vessel type, size, area and nature of operation.
23 Apr 2021

Notice of Annual General Meeting - 3 June 2021

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held at 16 rue Notre-Dame, L-2240, Luxembourg on Thursday 3 June 2021 at 11. 00 hours for the following purposes: To approve the Report of the Directors and the Annual Accounts for the year ended 31 December, 2020, and the Report of the auditors thereon.
21 Apr 2021

The Shipowners' Club reports increased Member, vessel and tonnage numbers and strong investment return in 2020

21 April 2021 - The Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has reported results for the year ended 31 December 2020. Despite a very challenging year, the Club’s Chairman, Philip Orme sought to reassure Members and their brokers that the Club had risen to the challenge of 2020 and delivered on its commitment to both Member support and financial stability.
19 Apr 2021

Agapi Terzi: Is "CLEAN ON BOARD", clean enough?

On 28 January 2021, the Court of Appeal issued the anticipated judgement on the Tai Prize [2021] EWCA Civ 87, dealing with the representations made in the bills of lading, with respect to the description of cargo. The Tai Prize represents a significant decision, as it provides some answers to practical issues encountered by Masters at load ports when signing bills of lading.
07 Apr 2021

Malaysia vessel detentions

The MMEA is officially urging merchant shipowners to seek permission to anchor in the eastern waters of Johor (South China Sea). It is reported that failure to do so, will result in them being ordered out of the area.
01 Apr 2021

Milly Brooks: What can Owners claim against a voyage Charterer who exceeds the permitted laytime?

 A 2019 case in the English High Court established that Owners will no longer need to illustrate a separate breach of a charterparty to claim losses in addition to demurrage, provided that those losses are not damages for detention. This article looks at the judgment in K Line Pte Ltd v Priminds Shipping (HK) Co Ltd (The Eternal Bliss) [2020] EWHC 2373 and the potential impact it has on Members.
29 Mar 2021

IG Circular: Update on Electronic (Paperless) Trading

Electronic Shipping Solutions: Bolero International Ltd, E-Title Authority Pte Ltd, Global Share S. A.
24 Mar 2021

Precautions during LNG bunkering operations

provides guidance on the associated hazards and precautions for LNG bunkering operations. We welcome all feedback on this or any other Loss Prevention guidance.
03 Mar 2021

The International Group of P&I Clubs launches a safety animation to help prevent the loss of life in enclosed spaces on board ships

Too many lives are lost unnecessarily when seafarers or shore-based personnel enter enclosed spaces on board ships. The International Group has collaborated to produce a safety training animation that draws attention to the risk of entering such spaces without first taking preventive and protective measures.
26 Feb 2021

A Shipowners' liability under the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006

Introduction A large majority of the claims handled by the Club involve crew illness or injury, with this in mind, the Club seeks to inform Members that understanding the basis of a Shipowners’ liability and how international conventions may apply is of vital importance to them in their operations. The terms of the seafarer’s contract of employment will be the main focus, however the Club has found in practice that a Shipowner’s liability is often derived from the provisions of the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (‘MLC’).
12 Feb 2021

A note from the Chairman

When I spoke to the Club CEO, Simon Swallow, last week we reflected on the strange year we’ve all been through and I congratulated him and all of the Club’s staff for the way in which they had adapted and shown remarkable dedication in the new working environment forced upon them. Indeed, the Club’s Vision, Mission and Values, in particular their efforts to provide high quality service regardless of proximity, have shone through the darkness of 2020 and have been the cornerstone of our successful performance.
09 Feb 2021

IG Circular: United States sanctions on Venezuela

This Circular provides information on the recent designation by the Government of the United States of Venezuela’s Maritime Authority (Instituto Nacional de los Espacios Acuaticos – “INEA”). INEA was designated under Executive Order 13850 for operating in the oil sector of Venezuela and providing assistance to Venezuela’s state-owned oil company, PdVSA.
05 Feb 2021

Turkey: Revised pollution fines 2021

Further to the Club’s previous circular in February 2020, Turkey: Revised Pollution Fines, Members are advised the fines for causing pollution have risen once again by 9. 11%.
28 Jan 2021

EGM 26 January 2021 Minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held on Tuesday 26 January 2021 at 11. 45 hours at 16 Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg.
27 Jan 2021

Small investments can make a tangible difference to the lives of seafarers as revealed in latest Seafarers Happiness Index

Ellie Bailey Marketing Manager The Shipowners’ Club T: +44 207 423 7103 E: ellie. bailey@shipownersclub.
18 Jan 2021

Precautions and Safety Measures To Assist In Mitigating Drug Trafficking on Board Ships

Drug trafficking is a global illicit trade involving the cultivation, manufacture, distribution, and sale of substances which otherwise are prohibited by law. It is a fact that considerable proportion of drug trafficking occurs by sea because of favourable circumstances for transportation.
13 Jan 2021

EGM 12 January 2021 Minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held on Tuesday 12 January 2021 at 11. 45 hours at 16 Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg.
12 Jan 2021

Russian Sanctions: United States Congress Passes Amendments on PEESA Targeting Nord Stream 2 and Turkstream Pipelines

In November 2020 the Club issued a circular concerning efforts by the United States (U. S.
07 Jan 2021

Fender Marine AS to offer P&I product to small Scandinavian vessels through a delegated underwriting agreement with the Shipowners' Club

Ellie Bailey The Shipowners’ Club T: +44 20 7423 7145 E: ellie. bailey@shipownersclub.
18 Dec 2020

Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting - additional Rule Change (Rule 25) - 26 January 2021

Notice is hereby given that an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held on Tuesday 26 January 2021 at 11. 45 hours at The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg), 16, Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg, for the purpose of considering and if thought fit, passing the following as a SPECIAL RESOLUTION.
09 Dec 2020

IG Circular: U.S. Oil Pollution California – Increased criminal penalties for oil spill related offences - Update

Members are referred to the Club’s previous circular from 12 October 2020, advising of the new fines that will be applicable in California from 1 January 2021 for ship sourced oil pollution damage in Californian State waters. Oil Pollution Damage cover Members are informed that the International Group (IG) Clubs have considered the potential impact on cover for pollution risks of this new legislation.
04 Dec 2020

Shev Algama: Limitation of liability for marinas - the importance of having a well thought out mooring plan

On Friday 2 March 2018, Storm Emma hit Holyhead Marina in Anglesey, Wales with near-hurricane force winds. In the aftermath of the storm 89 vessels (including yachts, leisure crafts, house boats and commercial vessels) were lost, in addition to multiple pieces of machinery and a RNLI mooring pen.
04 Dec 2020

Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting and Rule Changes 2021

Notice is hereby given that an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held on Tuesday 12 January 2021 at 11. 45 hours at The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg), 16, Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg A Member entitled to attend and vote at a meeting is entitled to appoint a proxy to attend and on a poll to vote instead of him.
30 Nov 2020

Renewal 2021/2022

30 NOVEMBER 2020 – At the 2020 half year stage, the Club reported a Combined Ratio of 102. 2%, with an underwriting deficit of US$ 2.
13 Nov 2020

IG Circular: Nord Stream 2 and TurkStream - Update on new U.S. sanctions

Nord Stream is a system of offshore natural gas pipelines from Russia to Germany. It includes two lines running from Vyborg to Greifswald forming the original Nord Stream (NS1), and two lines running from Ust-Luga to Greifswald termed Nord Stream 2 (NS2).
13 Nov 2020

Offing Marine & Offshore Consultants: Inspection and maintenance guidance for ship cranes

The Club would like to thank Captain Purnendu Shorey, Director of Offing Marine & Offshore Consultants (Offing Marine) for his invaluable contribution to this article. Offing Marine specialise in a range of maritime activities including surveys, towage approvals and casualty investigations.
09 Nov 2020

Water Levels in the Parana River

As per the linked circulars from Pandi Liquidadores S. R.
03 Nov 2020

Niveles de agua en el Río Paraná

En caso de que se produzca un incidente, el Club tiene un equipo experto de reclamos que recientemente ha ayudado a Miembros en incidentes similares, incluido: Múltiples colisiones de barcazas debido a la falta de agua navegable disponible; La retirada de un naufragio multi barcaza en el que los niveles de agua eran un importante factor complicado; y Disputas en contratos entre armador y fletador surgidas de demoras causada por bajos niveles de ríos. PANDI Circular 023/20 PANDI Circular 026/20 PANDI Circular 028/20 PANDI Circular 032/20 Si necesitan más asistencia o  información,  no duden en dirigirse a su contacto usual en el Club.
02 Nov 2020

The Shipowners’ Club appoints Chief Information Officer

Ellie Bailey The Shipowners’ Club T: +44 20 7423 7145 E: ellie. bailey@shipownersclub.
26 Oct 2020

“Life During Covid is a Living Nightmare”: Ongoing impact revealed in latest Seafarers Happiness Index

Seafarers continue to face a bleak future in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the latest Seafarers Happiness Index report, published today by The Mission to Seafarers.
23 Oct 2020

The Shipowners' Club and Jumar Technology: Simplifying insurance technology

The Shipowners’ Club, the leading P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has migrated to a bespoke Policy Administration System developed with its technology partner, Jumar Technology.
20 Oct 2020

IG Circular: Crew change issues arising from COVID-19

The International Group and its 13 constituent P&I Clubs, which are in turn mutually owned and governed by their shipowner and charterer Members, have become extremely concerned about the detrimental effect upon the mental well-being of seafarers as a result of the prolongation of their contracts of employment due to the pandemic. It is fully appreciated that governments and port authorities have many pressing issues to contend with.
12 Oct 2020

IG Circular: U.S. Oil Pollution California – Increased criminal penalties for oil spill related offences

Members are advised that new fines will be applicable in California from 1 January 2021 for ship sourced oil pollution damage in Californian State waters. For Members trading to California, these legislative changes will result in: A doubling of certain existing fines up to a maximum of US$ 1,000,000 for each violation, with each day or partial day of a violation being considered a separate violation, and The courts being empowered to impose a new additional fine of up to US$ 1,000 per gallon of oil spilled in excess of 1,000 gallons In each case a fine may be imposed if the violator knowingly caused, or reasonably should have known that their actions would lead to, an oil spill into Californian State waters.
10 Sep 2020

The Shipowners' Club pledges stability for Membership with encouraging half year results

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 2020.
10 Sep 2020

The Shipowners’ Club pledges stability for Membership with encouraging half year results

 “At the 2020 half year point, during these most unsettling times, never before has it been more important to pledge to our Members and their supporting brokers that in all that we do, we strive to ensure peace of mind. We are forever appreciative of their loyalty and trust, which makes us even more determined to provide the highest levels of service and stability of premiums"   Click here to view the report.
08 Sep 2020

The Shipowners' Club co-opts Peter Sydenham and Jan Vermeij to its Board of Directors

LONDON, 7 SEPTEMBER 2020 – The Shipowners’ Club, the leading P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, is delighted to announce the appointment of Peter Sydenham and Jan Vermeij to its Board of Directors. The co-option was agreed at the Club’s Board meeting on the 4 September, with effect from the November 2020 meeting.
01 Sep 2020

Bunker Operations Risk Assessment

Bunkering is one of the most common operations carried out on board, regardless of the vessel type or size. Despite it being a routine operation, disputes may arise, such as those regarding the quantity or quality of bunkers and in some cases the legality, if careful planning is not implemented.
19 Aug 2020

IG Circular – New revised People’s Republic of China (PRC) law on the prevention and control of environmental pollution by solid wastes – effective 1 September 2020

Executive Summary The current PRC Law on the Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution by Solid Wastes (previously revised in 2015) prohibits the import, dumping and disposal of both solid wastes, unless subject to a specific import license, and hazardous wastes.   Those solid and hazardous waste products that are currently prohibited from import and those that are subject to an import license are listed in respective catalogues published by competent departments of the PRC - see below.
30 Jul 2020

Latest Seafarers Happiness Index report reveals seafarer welfare crisis at tipping point

LONDON, 30 Ellie Bailey Marketing Manager The Shipowners’ Club T: +44 207 423 7103 E: ellie. bailey@shipownersclub.
15 Jul 2020

Electronic Record Books under MARPOL

One of the key elements of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the accurate record keeping of movements and/or discharges of shipboard substances and materials that are considered hazardous to the environment. We would like to advise Members that from 1 October 2020, amendments to MARPOL Annex I, II, V, VI and the NOx Technical Code1 will permit the use of electronic record books.
10 Jul 2020

Global Health Risks: Latest information and updates

In recent years, global health crisis’ such as the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic have impacted the safety of seafarers and has made maritime operations more challenging. Advice We advise all Members to keep up-to-date with the advice published by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
30 Jun 2020

Who is liable when property is damaged under offshore contracts?

An at-a-glance-guide Damage to property, whether fixed or moveable, is a common risk during the operation of an offshore vessel. This risk can often result in a significant liability exposure for Members, as the damage may not be limited to their property, but also to property belonging either to their contractual counterparties, or third parties.
23 Jun 2020

Ship Repairers - Insurance Cover

In 1994, a case was considered by the Club’s Board which highlighted concern as to the existence or adequacy of the insurance cover of many ship repairers. Two employees of a ship repairer, were contracted by the owner of a fishing vessel to carry out modifications to the fish holds, they alleged that they suffered serious illness as a result of exposure to noxious and toxic fumes while welding in the fish holds.
12 Jun 2020

Limitation of liability: Who is an 'Operator' and who is a 'Manager' - Stema Barge II [2020] EHWC 1294

This article, written by Ian Teare and Matthew Dow of Law Firm, Wikborg Rein, discusses the judgment handed down in the Admiralty Court on the case of the Stema Barge II, and looks in detail at the scope and meaning on the Limitation Convention 1976. In determining the meaning of 'Operator', it was necessary for the Court to also examine the meaning of 'Manager'.
03 Jun 2020

Reactivation of vessels after a period of lay up

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has compelled a number of owners and operators to lay up tonnage. With restrictions on movement being slowly eased in some parts of the world, some Members may be considering the reactivation of their vessels.
26 May 2020

Closure of the 2017 policy year without additional call

To all Members, At their meeting of the 21 May 2020 the Board considered the open policy years and in particular the 2017 policy year, which is now three years old. The 2017 policy year is currently forecast to produce a close to break-even result.
26 May 2020

AGM Minutes May 2020

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of the Members held at 16 Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240, Luxembourg, on Thursday 21 May, 2020 at 9:00 hours.
22 May 2020

IG Circular: US Global Maritime Advisory

On 14 May 2020 the US issued a Global Maritime Advisory (Guidance) aimed at a range of industry sectors including marine insurers such as P&I clubs and shipowners and charterers.   A copy of the Guidance can be found here.
20 May 2020

Mexico alert - Smuggling of illegal narcotics – risk of ship detention and crew arrest

Since July 2019, the international industry organisations have recorded a number of cases where ships have been detained upon arrival in Mexican ports (in particular Altamira and Ensenada ports), with the ports of departure usually from Ecuador, Colombia or Panama, where illegal narcotics have been found on board. In some cases, such detentions and crew arrests have followed when the illegal narcotics have been discovered on board by the crew and reported in advance at the earliest opportunity to the local authorities at the port of arrival in Mexico.
20 May 2020

What is the Condition Survey Programme?

Reducing Members’ exposure to claims is central to the function of the Club’s Loss Prevention department. The department can fulfil this mandate by proactively addressing areas of concern identified by the Club or within the industry.
18 May 2020

BARGEHIRE 2008 and force majeure

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15 May 2020

IG Circular: Vessel monitoring and P&I insurance

Background In line with their legal and regulatory obligations, all Clubs in the International Group maintain sophisticated sanctions compliance programmes and procedures. The rules and procedures developed by Clubs to manage sanctions risks take account of the guidance provided by bodies such as the UN Security Council (UNSCR), the UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI), the US State Department and the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
04 May 2020

IG Circular: Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) sanctions update

This circular is an update on the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) sanctions enforcement circular that we published in 2019. It has been updated following the recently published 2019/2020 UN Panel of Experts of North Korea Sanctions Report.
22 Apr 2020

Contractual implications of Coronavirus (COVID-19) - FAQs

The global Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has brought about exceptionally challenging trading conditions and the Club is committed to supporting Members through this difficult time. To this end, the Club has produced the following guidance which addresses some of the most frequently asked questions from our experience to date regarding contractual implications.
21 Apr 2020

IG circular: Regulations of the People’s Republic of China on the Prevention and Control of Marine Pollution from Ships

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17 Apr 2020

Notice of Annual General Meeting - 21 May 2020

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held at 16 rue Notre-Dame, L-2240, Luxembourg on Thursday 21 May 2020 at 09. 00 hours for the following purposes: To approve the Report of the Directors and the Annual Accounts for the year ended 31 December, 2019, and the Report of the auditors thereon.
17 Apr 2020

The Shipowners’ Club reports increased Member numbers and strong investment return in 2019

17 April 2020 - The Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has reported results for the year ended 31 December 2019. Despite focusing on the 2019 financial year of account the Club Chairman, Philip Orme, has sought to reassure Members and their brokers that the Shipowners’ Club is doing everything it can to help them through the current health and wealth crisis.
15 Apr 2020

Crew Health and Wellbeing

; SeafarerHelp (for all seafarers and their families) Yacht Crew Help (for professional yacht crew) Seafarer's Health Information Programme (SHIP) The information distributed under the SHIP initiative helps seafarers stay safe and healthy when travelling and on board giving guidance on eating healthily, staying fit and taking care of physical and mental wellbeing. More information on this programme can be found at our dedicated page.
08 Apr 2020

Weather forecasts, safe passage and safe berths

Adverse weather enhances the risks for yachts and their crews, not only in open waters, but also in bays, anchorages, ports and marinas. The key to controlling damage to yachts and injury to their guests and crews, by reducing the number of weather-related incidents, is advance planning.
07 Apr 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) - FAQs on Club cover

The global Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has brought about exceptionally challenging trading conditions and the Club is committed to supporting Members through this difficult time. To this end, the Club has produced the following guidance which addresses some of the most frequently asked questions from our experience to date.
03 Apr 2020

Rob Shearer: The CMA CGM LIBRA — Court of appeal update

On 4 March 2020 the Court of Appeal of England and Wales handed down its decision in Alize 1954 v Allianz Elementar Versicherungs AG(The CMA CGM LIBRA)[1]. Following on from our analysis of the first decision, we have provided an update on the latest developments.
20 Mar 2020

Coronavirus: Challenges in meeting operational and regulatory requirements

The Club understands that in view of the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, owners and managers are facing challenges in meeting various statutory requirements. The situation has been particularly impactful  on the requirements stipulated by the Maritime Labour Convention (as applicable) and also in making arrangements for mandatory surveys and audits necessary for statutory certification.
05 Mar 2020

Legal Costs Cover and IMO 2020

  Members will be aware, that from 1 January 2020, the MARPOL permitted limits for sulphur content in vessels’ bunker fuel were reduced from 3. 50% mass by mass (m/m) to 0.
17 Feb 2020

IG circular: Electronic (paperless) trading update

This circular informs Members of the approval by the International Group of P&I Clubs (the Group) of CargoX.   Members may recall, as reported in IG Circular: Electronic (paperless) trading that until February 2010 the Rules of all of the Group Clubs specifically excluded liabilities in respect of the carriage of cargo under all electronic, i.
11 Feb 2020

Fatigue at Sea: Wearable technology

A high proportion of employees occasionally obtained extremely low amounts of sleep before starting a shift. Many crew members obtained less than 4 hours of sleep, and a significant minority got less than 2 hours of sleep on at least one occasion during the 4-week study.
03 Feb 2020

Turkey: Revised pollution fines

Up to 1000 Gross Tons: 151. 67 Turkish lira per ton.
28 Jan 2020

Improvement in connectivity at sea, but less satisfaction overall, latest Happiness Report shows

LONDON, 28 JANUARY 2020 – The latest Seafarers Happiness Index report, published today by The Mission to Seafarers, has revealed that seafarer happiness continues to fluctuate – with improvements in connectivity at sea, but also continuing concerns regarding workload among the issues raised by seafarers. The index, undertaken in association with leading P&I insurer the Shipowners’ Club, is a tool for measuring the experiences of seafarers across the global maritime industry.
28 Jan 2020

Greece: Increased pollution fines

This update is in response to the recent changes in Greek environmental law and the higher pollution fines that are now being imposed by the authorities. The intention of this update is to enhance Members’ awareness and provide some practical tips should a pollution incident occur.
22 Jan 2020

Back to basics guide: CGL insurance & Offshore

Terminology GL stands for General Liability, and CGL simply adds the word Comprehensive. Some providers use the term Commercial or Combined General Liability instead.
22 Jan 2020

EGM January 2020 Minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held on Wednesday 22 January 2020 at 11. 45 hours at 16 Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg.
22 Jan 2020

EGM and Meeting of the Board of Directors - Wednesday 22nd January 2020

EGM of the Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) and meeting of the Board of Directors of the Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) both held at 16 Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240, Luxembourg on Wednesday 22nd January 2020.   To all Members, Please be advised of the following: At the above referenced EGM, a SPECIAL RESOLUTION was passed to amend the Rules as proposed in the EGM Notice of 27th November 2019, effective as from 20th February 2020.
14 Jan 2020

U.S. sanctions imposed on Nord Stream 2 and Turkstream pipelines

On 20 December 2019, President Trump signed the National Defence Authorisation Act 2020 (the Act) into law. The Act contains numerous sanctions related elements, including Russia-related sanctions targeting certain vessel types engaged in pipe-laying at depths of 100 feet or more below sea level for the construction of the Nord Stream 2 and Turkstream pipelines, and on companies supplying those vessels.
31 Dec 2019

ITOPF — An invaluable resource of marine pollution assistance available to Members

Vessels entered with the Club are automatically enrolled with the ITOPF as members (for tankers) or associates (for other vessel types) and can benefit from free access to its comprehensive range of technical services. ITOPF is there to assist and advise in the event of a spill or threat of a spill of oil, chemicals or other substance in the marine environment.
24 Dec 2019

IG Circular: Electronic (paperless) trading update - WAVE

This circular informs Members of the approval by the International Group of P&I; Clubs (the Group) of WAVE.
19 Dec 2019

Webinar - Sanctions: What to watch out for in a fast changing world - recording available

https://youtu. be/dLHOoDpxYoY The Shipowners' Club hosted its first webinar on the topic of Sanctions: 'What to watch out for in a fast changing world'.
18 Dec 2019

IG Circular: P&IQ registration now open to all

In 2010 the International Group launched the P&I Qualification (P&IQ) programme as a dedicated professional qualification providing high quality, sector-specific training in all aspects of P&I insurance to Club employees. The course allows candidates to gain valuable knowledge of the shipping industry, the origins and operation of P&I Clubs and the different types of liabilities insured.
03 Dec 2019

REGINAVE Update - Argentina

The Club would like to draw Members' attention to recent changes to the navigation regulation in Argentina. The main legislation governing navigation in open seas and inland waterways in Argentina was the REGINAVE, which came into force in 1973. However, the existing REGINAVE was recently repealed and, with effect from 23 November 2019, a new regulation was introduced.
28 Nov 2019

Renewal 2020/2021

At the 2019 half year point, the Club reported a Combined Ratio of 105. 9%, with an underwriting deficit of US$ 5.
27 Nov 2019

Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting Wednesday 22nd January 2020

Notice is hereby given that an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held on Wednesday 22nd January 2020 at 11. 45 hours at The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg), 16, Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg A Member entitled to attend and vote at a meeting is entitled to appoint a proxy to attend and on a poll to vote instead of him.
12 Nov 2019

The false economy of amending knock for knock clauses

Some charterers propose amendments to standard form knock for knock clauses in offshore contracts, which weaken the indemnity regime. Such changes can appear to be a gain for the charterer, but frequently little if any real benefit is achieved.
04 Nov 2019

New report from The Mission to Seafarers shows increased positivity and satisfaction among those working at sea

LONDON, 4 NOVEMBER 2019 – After concerning reports earlier in the year, the latest Seafarers Happiness Index report has shown a marked improvement in happiness levels amongst seafarers across all sectors of the industry. The index, undertaken by The Mission to Seafarers and supported by the Club, is a gauge for measuring the feelings and experiences of seafarers across the global maritime industry.
18 Oct 2019

Giselle Villanueva: A back to basics guide to arbitration and mediation

There are many types of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms available to parties today, including adjudication and conciliation. This article provides an overview of the most important features of the two most common alternatives used in the context of maritime law disputes, namely arbitration and mediation.
02 Oct 2019

The Shipowners' Club opens new service office in Greece

2 October 2019 - The Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the small and specialist vessel sector, have opened a new service office in Greece. On Thursday 19 September 2019 over 70 guests, including brokers, correspondents and lawyers, met with representatives of the Club’s management and the Club’s Chairman, to celebrate the opening of the Club’s Greek office.
19 Sep 2019

Pollution fines in Turkey

This update is in response to the recent changes in Turkish environmental law and the significantly higher pollution fines that are now being imposed by the authorities. The intention of this update is to enhance Members’ awareness and provide some practical tips for reducing potential exposure to such fines.
16 Sep 2019

OFAC Advisory to the Maritime Petroleum Shipping Community

The steps confirm that the U. S.
11 Sep 2019

IG Circular: United States sanctions on the government of Venezuela and Petroleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PDVSA)

On 5th August 2019, the United States (US) administration increased its sanctions programme against the Government of Venezuela, when President Trump issued Executive Order 13884. This Executive Order essentially blocks all property in the US of the Government of Venezuela, and prohibits US persons from engaging in any transaction with the Government of Venezuela.
06 Sep 2019

The Shipowners' Club report encouraging Member numbers at half year point

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 2019.
04 Sep 2019

IG Circular: Guidance on the United States sanctions compliance programmes published by the Office of Foreign Assets Control

On 3 May, 2019, the United States Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) published a “Framework for OFAC Compliance Commitments” (the “Compliance Framework”), which sets out OFAC’s views of the essential elements of an effective economic sanctions compliance program. OFAC consider it important for any shipowner charterer or trader that may be subject to US Primary or Secondary sanctions to ensure that it does not break sanctions.
03 Sep 2019

Checklist for compliance with the 0.50% mass by mass (m/m) sulphur cap

From 1 January 2020, the limit for sulphur in fuel oil on board ships operating outside designated Emission Control Areas (ECAs) will be reduced from 3.50% to 0.50% mass by mass (m/m). Whilst the below checklist is not exhaustive, it may be used as a guide to complement any intended operational changes that Members are planning in order to comply with the impending MARPOL convention changes.
02 Sep 2019

Stowaways in South Africa

The Club has been informed by our local correspondent, P&I Associates (Pty) Ltd, that with immediate effect no stowaways will be permitted to be landed in South Africa, unless it is a medical emergency. The effect of this decision means that any person declared as a stowaway in a South African port will have to remain on the vessel and be removed either on route or at the next port of call.
02 Sep 2019

Iran Metals Bulletin - Wind down period over

Members will note from our bulletin on 3 June, 2019, President Trump issued Executive Order 13871 (the Order) of 8 May 2019 ‘Imposing Sanctions with Respect to the Iron, Steel, Aluminum, and Copper Sectors of Iran’. The Order contained a 90-day wind-down period, allowing those persons engaged in transactions to take necessary steps to avoid exposure to sanctions.
23 Aug 2019

The Shipowners' Club announce LISW19 seminar: How to Exclude Liability for Negligence with James Leabeater QC

LONDON, 23 August 2019 – The Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the small and specialist vessel sector, have announced a seminar for London International Shipping Week 2019 with James Leabeater QC of 4 Pump Court. As part of London International Shipping Week, the Club, will be hosting a seminar on a recent Commercial Court case, The Elin.
19 Aug 2019

AqualisBraemar Technical Services Ltd: Floating docks and their operating hazards

AqualisBraemar is a leading provider of Hull & Machinery damage surveys, P&I surveys, risk assessments, inspections and audits providing 24/7 worldwide emergency response. M.
16 Aug 2019

Mandatory requirement for AIS in Indonesian waters

The Club would like to highlight to Members that with effect from 20 August 2019, under Regulation PM No. 7 of 2019, the Ministry of Transportation of The Republic of Indonesia has made it mandatory for vessels sailing in Indonesian waters to install and activate an Automatic Identification System (AIS).
16 Aug 2019

Escalation of Venezuelan sanctions

The Order blocks all assets of the Government of Venezuela in the United States (U. S), or in the possession and control of any U.
06 Aug 2019

Seafarers working on cruise ships and ferries rank among the unhappiest in the industry, new reports shows

Ellie Bailey Marketing Manager The Shipowners’ Club T: +44 207 423 7103 E: ellie. bailey@shipownersclub.
24 Jul 2019

Contaminated bunkers — Is there an answer to the problem?

This article was written in collaboration with Siew Chi Tan, Partner at Ang & Partners. Problems with bunkers supplied in the U.
23 Jul 2019

The Discount Rate: Has the Government gone far enough?

The Lord Chancellor last week announced a change in the discount rate following a review under the Civil Liability Act 2018. As of 5 August 2019, the discount rate will increase from -0.
22 Jul 2019

Reporting Guidance for vessels transiting the Arabian Gulf (AG), Straits of Hormuz (SoH) and Gulf of Oman (GOO)

The Club would like to draw Members attention to the following advise published by the BIMCO Maritime Security Committee regarding the  arrangements for vessel reporting in the Arabian Gulf (AG), Straits of Hormuz and GOO, and a CENTCOM link to a military initiative to increase security there. Reporting Guidance for vessels `transiting the Arabian Gulf (AG), Straits of Hormuz (SoH) and Gulf of Oman (GOO) Reference: A.
10 Jul 2019

Investigating the effects of bridge alarms

As vessels and equipment on board become increasingly smarter, seafarers are required to learn additional skills for the ongoing operation and maintenance of this technology. The installation of additional and new technology on board should always be done with the intention of enhancing the seafarer’s ability to safely and efficiently navigate and operate the vessel.
02 Jul 2019

Member Focus: Autonomous Vessels

In 2018, the Club proudly launched a dedicated autonomous vessel P&I policy, the first of its kind in the world. The Club consulted owners, operators and manufacturers of autonomous vessels to ensure Members had the right cover in place so that they can focus on their operations knowing they are appropriately covered if anything should go wrong.
27 Jun 2019

Secure State Cyber: The importance of antivirus software and contingency planning for vessels

The final article in our cyber risks series, produced in collaboration with Secure State Cyber, focuses on the benefits of antivirus software, the importance of contingency plans in the event of a cyber-attack and what actions Members can take to ensure good security practice on board their vessels. What are the benefits of employing antivirus software and why does it need to be kept updated? The main purpose of an antivirus software is to check devices for viruses.
24 Jun 2019

IG Circular: The 2020 Global Sulphur Cap

Background We refer Members to our previous publications on the 2008 amendments to Annex VI of the IMO’s International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships 1973 (as modified by the Protocol of 1978) (MARPOL) and which will come into force on 1 January 2020. The amendments will ensure a significant reduction in the sulphur emissions from ships (the 2020 Global Sulphur Cap) and thereby demonstrate that the shipping industry is committed to meeting its environmental obligations.
21 Jun 2019

Secure State Cyber: Crewmembers' responsibilities for maintaining security of IT systems on board

In this, the second FAQ article in the cyber risks series, Secure State Cyber highlight the responsibilities of crewmembers in maintaining the security of IT systems on board, safeguarding personal devices and identifying which equipment is most vulnerable on board. What can crewmembers do to protect themselves and the vessel from a cyber-attack? Crew members can take several actions to avoid their vessel becoming compromised: .
14 Jun 2019

Entry into enclosed spaces risk assessment (Chinese)

进入密闭空间是一项至关重要的操作，如果不勤勉地进行，可能会严重危害进入密闭空间的人员的安全。 密闭空间进入程序是一个不需要介绍的问题。多年来，由于经常发生导致死亡的事件这，这一个问题得到了广泛的行业报道。 因此，这导致了法规的引入，船舶程序，培训课程以及关于该问题的大量现有文献。 本会也对这些资源有所贡献，制作密闭空间进入手册，密闭空间进入海报，和一些案例研究。 然而，尽管行业有多努力，我们仍然看到与密闭空间进入操作有关的伤亡。在短短18个月的时间里，本会经历了15个相关索赔事件，其中包括跌倒，窒息，爆炸性烧伤和6人死亡。这些令人震惊的统计数据促使本会对密闭空间进入操作做了一份风险评估样本，提醒我们的会员。 本指导文件涉及与密闭空间进入操作相关的各种危险，密闭空间进入要求以及在实施控制措施时要考虑的更详细的要点，以尽量减少风险。 本会希望重申，会员的岸上管理能发挥着重要作用，提供适当协助给船员，因为安全的密闭空间作业只能通过这种共同努力才能实现。这种协助的方式可以是协助船上密闭空间的识别，并验证在船上是否有明确标记。管理还应确保提供诸如气体探测器，个人气体监测器和救援设备等基本设备，以协助安全进入作业。此外，确保船上有足够数量的船员是促进安全操作的关键，没有不必要的时间/商业压力，船员能够应对紧急情况（如果有的话）。这些措施将大大有助于巩固成员在船上提供安全工作环境的承诺。 本会希望强调，此风险评估仅供参考作用，运营商必须根据其个人操作程序进行自己的风险评估。 我们相信会员认为本指导文件很有用，如果需要进一步的帮助，请联系防损小组。.
14 Jun 2019

Secure State Cyber: Cyber risks on board passenger vessels

Secure State Cyber have been specialising in information and cyber security since 2005. Their mission is to create security for everyone within the digital space.
12 Jun 2019

UKSTC - Hull damage recovery claims under LCC

The Shipowners' Club can provide legal expenses cover to all Members, whatever their size or trade. This article provides an example of how Legal Costs Cover (LCC) can assist Members who own and operate port tugs.
11 Jun 2019

IG circular: Electronic (paperless) trading - edoxOnline platform

This circular informs Members of the approval by the International Group of P&I; Clubs (the Group) of Global Share S.A. edoxOnline platform.
10 Jun 2019

The Shipowners' Club announces charity partnership with Mission to Seafarers

LONDON, 10 June 2019 – The Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the small and specialist vessel sector, have today announced a strategic partnership agreement with International seafarer welfare charity, The Mission to Seafarers. As part of the agreement, the Shipowners’ Club has been named 2019 Gold Sponsor for the Mission’s ongoing Seafarers Happiness Index, bringing greater scale to the programme and allowing the Mission to reach more seafarers across the globe.
05 Jun 2019

AGM Minutes May 2019

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of the Members held on Thursday 23rd May 2019, in the Le Royal Hotel, 12 Boulevard Royal, L-2449 Luxembourg.
03 Jun 2019

Iran Metals Bulletin

President Trump has issued Members are reminded that all types of trade with Iran carry a very high level of risk. For example, from a practical perspective, the Club is extremely unlikely to be in a position to make claims or fee payments or to provide security for claims.
28 May 2019

Closure of the 2016 policy year without additional call

To all Members, At their meeting in Luxembourg on the 23 May 2019 the Board considered the open policy years and in particular the 2016 policy year, which is now three years old. The 2016 policy year is currently forecast to produce a broadly breakeven result.
22 May 2019

US Sanctions - OFAC Advisories concerning Syria and North Korea

Over recent months, the US has issued strong warnings to the entire maritime community against petroleum trade with Syria. The Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) has issued  two advisory notices: one in November 2018 and the latest in March 2019, addressing entities involved in petroleum shipments to Syria and those providing material support to the Syrian Government.
15 May 2019

Passenger Liability Regulation update

As of 31 December 2018, compliance with the Passenger Liability Regulation (PLR) became compulsory for all Class B passenger ships carrying out domestic voyages in all EU and EEA member states. Background The Athens Convention 1974 and the 2002 Protocol to the Convention deal with the liability of the carrier for carriage of passengers and their luggage.
08 May 2019

Canada ratifies the Wreck Removal Convention

Canada will become party to the Nairobi Convention on the Removal of Wrecks, 2007 ("the convention") effective 30 July 2019 (by way of agreement dated 1 May, 2019). This new insurance requirement stipulates that compulsory insurance for wreck removal is required for owners who operate vessels that: are 300 gross tonnage and above; and are registered in Canada, or that call at ports or terminals in Canada (including inland waterways, the territorial sea and exclusive economic zone).
01 May 2019

Rob Shearer: Update on unseaworthiness — The CMA CGM LIBRA

The recent Admiralty Court decision of Alize 1954 v Allianz Elementar Versicherungs AG (The CMA CGM LIBRA) [2019] EWHC 481 (Admlty) (8 March 2019) provides ship owners with a further warning with regards to their duties in relation to seaworthiness and further strengthens the position of cargo interests. The facts On 17 May 2011 the CMA CGM LIBRA, a modern container vessel, grounded whilst leaving the port of Xiamen in China.
18 Apr 2019

The Shipowners' Club reports business growth

18 April 2019 - Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has reported results for the year ended 31 December 2018.
18 Apr 2019

Notice of Annual General Meeting – 23 May 2019

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held at Le Royal Hotel, 12 Boulevard Royal, L-2449 Luxembourg on Thursday 23 May 2019 at 09. 00 hours for the following purposes: 1.
27 Mar 2019

Canada - New compulsory insurance scheme for passenger vessels (update)

Further to the Club's previous article on 1 February 2017, The Compulsory Insurance Scheme for Ships Carrying Passenger has now come into law with effect from 11 January 2019. As a result of the regulations all commercial and public purpose ships engaged in the domestic carriage of passengers must maintain liability insurance coverage in a minimum amount of C$ 250,000 multiplied by the passenger capacity of the ship, e.
22 Mar 2019

Nicholas Kazaz: Subsea Cables - Preventing and minimising claims against fishing vessels

Nicholas Kazaz is an experienced international commercial dispute resolution lawyer at international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW), with experience of resolving disputes of subsea cable damage. Among others, he acts for and advises shipowners, charterers, energy companies, contractors, shipyards, ship managers and P&I Clubs.
20 Mar 2019

Venezuela — U.S. sanctions imposed on PdVSA

What has happened regarding PdVSA? Transactions to purchase petroleum and petroleum products from PdVSA or any entity in which PdVSA owns, directly or indirectly, a 50 percent or greater interest, and that involve U. S.
26 Feb 2019

Methods of compliance with the 2020 Sulphur Limit

Last year, the Club produced an infographic which provided preliminary information on the 2020 Global Sulphur Limit.  As the deadline to comply draws closer, we would like to provide further guidance, on the methods that Members may adopt to comply with the impending regulatory changes.
14 Feb 2019

Jurisdictional speciality

The Club's global claims team is organised into regional departments which are dedicated to specific jurisdictions or vessel types. This ensures the claims team has specialist knowledge of jurisdictions which enables us to better advise Members of the strategy to adopt when facing claims in that particular jurisdiction, as well as helping to identify any claims trends of which our Members need to be aware.
14 Feb 2019

Entry into enclosed spaces risk assessment (Bahasa)

Prosedur memasuki ruang tertutup adalah topik yang tidak memerlukan pengenalan. Ini adalah permasalahan yang dihadapi oleh dunia  industri secara luas selama bertahun-tahun, karena insiden tersebut terjadi berulang-ulang dan mengakibatkan kematian.
11 Feb 2019

Embracing the future of maritime autonomy

Since it was founded in 1855, the Club has witnessed the seemingly infinite evolution of the shipping industry from sail to steam and beyond. Today, we are observing possibly one of the most dramatic shifts in recent times, as vessels transition towards autonomy.
07 Feb 2019

Entry into enclosed spaces risk assessment (Thai)

กระบวนการในการเข ้าปฏิบัติงานในที่อับอากาศเป็นหัวข ้อที่ไม่ต ้องอารัมภบท มันเป็นหัวข ้อซงเป็น ึ่ ที่ยอมรับในวงกว ้างของ วงการอุตสาหกรรมมานานหลายปีแล ้ว เนื่องจากอุบัติการณ์ที่เกิดขึ้นซํ้ า ๆ นั้น เป็นเหตุให ้เกิดอุบัติเหตุ
04 Feb 2019

Constructive Total Loss and SCOPIC

Members will be aware of the significant Court of Appeal judgment in “The Renos” last year. The claim dealt with the question of whether SCOPIC costs could count towards a CTL calculation in a Hull and Machinery claim.
01 Feb 2019

Why claims data has always been king

The choice of insurers for P&I risks has significantly changed in recent years. 25 years ago, aside from limited liability cover that was available on the back of the H&M policy, there were very few choices outside the International Group of P&I Clubs (IG) system.
22 Jan 2019

Cyber security guidelines for vessels

With the development of technology on board vessels it is becoming increasingly important for Members to be able to identify and respond, by way of procedures and appropriate actions, to cyber threats. To assist with this process Bimco, together with other leading shipping organisations such as Intertanko and the International Chamber of Shipping, have developed a set of guidelines to assist in helping shipowners and operators prepare against and reduce the risk of a Cyber incident, the consequences of which could otherwise be significant from a safety, environmental and commercial standpoint.
15 Jan 2019

EGM January 2019 Minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held on Tuesday 15th January 2019 at 11. 45 hours at 16 Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg.
15 Jan 2019

Entry into enclosed spaces risk assessment

Entry into enclosed spaces is a critical operation which, if not carried out diligently, can seriously jeopardise the safety of the personnel entering the enclosed space. Enclosed space entry procedure is a topic which needs no introduction.
11 Jan 2019

IG Circular – Democratic People's Republic of Korea – Enforcement of UN, U.S. and EU Sanctions

This circular informs Members of the significant risk of evading the comprehensive international sanctions regime against the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) which the United Nations Security Council introduced in 2017.
03 Jan 2019

What keeps the claims team busy?

It is no secret that the Shipowners’ Club is the leading provider of insurance solutions for smaller and specialist vessels. Currently the Club has over 33,000 vessels entered worldwide.
17 Dec 2018

Libya: Vessels and crew at risk if suspected of oil smuggling

Members are urged to exercise caution when trading to Libya, due to an increased risk of vessel seizure and crew arrests. The situation is volatile.
04 Dec 2018

Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting Tuesday 15th January 2019

Notice is hereby given that an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held on Tuesday 15th January 2019 at 11. 45 hours at The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg), 16, Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg A Member entitled to attend and vote at a meeting is entitled to appoint a proxy to attend and on a poll to vote instead of him.
27 Nov 2018

Renewal 2019/2020

In our Half Year Report, it was noted that the Club had delivered a Combined Ratio of 106. 4%, representing an underwriting deficit of US$ 6.
23 Nov 2018

IG Circular – Iranian trade after 4th November 2018

The Iran sanctions update circular issued on 29th May 2018 outlined the potential repercussions for shipowners and insurers arising from the U.S. Administration’s decision to withdraw from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) Agreement signed by China, France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, the United States, the European Union (EU) and Iran.
22 Nov 2018

Milly Brooks: Dealing with difficult charterers under the MYBA form

CLAUSE 13 Clause 13 of the MYBA Charter Agreement (“Agreement”) sets out the charterer’s obligations with respect to the use of the yacht. Among other things, the charterer must comply with the laws and regulations of any country into whose water the yacht enters.
21 Nov 2018

Libya: Sanctions overview

In 2011, following the outbreak of civil war in Libya and subsequent human rights violations, the UN and the EU imposed sanctions on Libya. It is important that Members are aware of these sanctions if they are conducting business in or near Libya.
21 Nov 2018

Implementation of 0.5% fuel sulphur cap in Hong Kong

The Environment Protection Department of the Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region recently issued a press release which stated that their Legislative Council has approved the Air Pollution Control (Fuel for Vessels) Regulation (Cap. 311AB) (“the Regulation”) thereby applying a 0.
15 Nov 2018

Martek Marine: Operations of drones from ships

Martek Marine offers disruptive innovation to improve safety, welfare and performance on superyachts and commercial ships. Founded in 2000, the Martek Group is now a global business with over 70 staff in the UK and Singapore supplying services to more than 80 countries.
29 Oct 2018

Crowd and crisis management

Effective crowd and crisis management is paramount in managing an emergency on board passenger vessels.
18 Oct 2018

Psychological Wellbeing at Sea - Translations

As a provider of P&I insurance for vessels trading worldwide, the wellbeing of seafarers serving on Member’s vessels remains a key focus of the Club’s Loss Prevention department. In partnership with the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) the Club has published a series of Good Mental Health Guides to raise awareness of the importance of mental wellbeing on board.
12 Oct 2018

Avoiding Crew and Passenger Related Incidents

Risk Assessments Many personal injuries occur during routine shipboard operations. Implementing effective risk assessments not only reduces the likelihood and/or severity of an incident but may also assist in preventing an incident from occurring altogether.
09 Oct 2018

Continuing Warranty of Seaworthiness

The Managers are aware that, from time to time, Members have been offered contractual terms with counterparties that require the shipowner to provide a continuing warranty of seaworthiness for the entire duration of the voyage. Should this situation arise, the Club would urge Members to exercise caution before entering into contract terms since such a warranty could prejudice their P&I cover.
04 Sep 2018

Jonathan Turner: Superyacht aviation considerations

Jonathan spent 17 years in the Royal Navy where he specialised in flying helicopters from frigates and destroyers, many similar in size to the larger yachts of today’s superyacht fleet. Since leaving the Navy, he has had a varied career in the private sector, specialising in a broad range of maritime aviation operations.
09 Aug 2018

International Group circular: European Union Regulation 2271/96 (Blocking Regulation) - Iran update

Background The circular issued on 29 May 2018 outlined the potential repercussions for shipowners and insurers that will arise from the U. S.
09 Jul 2018

Managing stress and sleeping well at sea

Managing stress and sleeping well at sea is an integral part of positive health and wellbeing on board. In partnership with ISWAN, the Club has produced this information booklet as part of their series of Good Mental Health Guides for seafarers.
21 Jun 2018

Alex McCooke: Enforcement of the contractual obligations of state entities under UK law

 Many of the Club’s Members contract with sovereign states or state-owned entities. In doing so they may hear reference to the concept of ‘sovereign’ or ‘state immunity’, and fear that this could affect their ability to enforce their contractual rights.
15 Jun 2018

Solvency & Financial Condition Report (SFCR) 2017

In accordance with the Solvency II regulations the Club has produced its Solvency & Financial Condition Report (SFCR) as at 31 December 2017. This report has been produced in respect of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) ('the Club') to satisfy its public reporting requirements under the Solvency II insurance regulation regime.
07 Jun 2018

Testing and certification of lifting appliances

During the course of the Condition Survey Programme (CSP), whereby the Club carries out inspections on its entered vessels, an increased number of deficiencies related to the standard of lifting equipment on board is becoming apparent, particularly in relation to inadequate testing methods and lack of certification. Periodic testing of lifting equipment is essential in order to ensure that the planned load can be safely lifted and sustained throughout the operation.
01 Jun 2018

The Shipowners' Club announces partnership with Jumar Holdings Ltd

The Shipowners' Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist sector, is delighted to announce a new technology partnership with Jumar Holdings Limited. The Club has taken a 33% equity stake in Jumar, which sits alongside the 67% stake held by Jumar founder and CEO, Wendy Merricks.
29 May 2018

International Group circular: Iran sanctions update

The decision by President Trump announced on 8th May, 2018 to cease the US participation in the JCPOA and to begin re-imposing US nuclear-related sanctions which were lifted to implement the JCPOA, is likely to have significant ramifications for maritime trade with Iran and the insurance of such trade. The US Department of the Treasury FAQs issued on 8 May relating to the effect of the re-imposition of US secondary sanctions measures, can be accessed via the web link below: https://www.
25 May 2018

AGM Minutes May 2018

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of the Members held on Thursday 24th May 2018, in the Le Royal Hotel, 12 Boulevard Royal, L-2449 Luxembourg.
15 May 2018

U.S. withdraws from JCPOA agreement

You will be aware of the decision by President Trump, announced on 8 May, to withdraw the United States (U. S.
02 May 2018

Automatic membership of ITOPF

The Club would like to draw Members’ attention to their automatic enrolment in the International Tanker Owners Pollution Federation (ITOPF). All tankers are enrolled as members, while non-tankers are enrolled as associate members.
26 Apr 2018

U.S. strikes at Russian officials and entities, with potential impact on non-U.S persons

On 6 April 2018, a number of Russian entities and individuals were placed on the United States Specially Designated Nationals List ('SDN List'). Further detail regarding these designations, including the potential impact on US and non US persons, is provided in this article courtesy of Freehill Hogan and Mahar LLP.
23 Apr 2018

Managing stress with relaxation techniques

In partnership with International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN), the Club is pleased to present the latest addition to the Good Mental Health Guides series: ‘Managing stress with relaxation techniques’. This 13-minute audio guide offers various relaxation exercises to help seafarers cope with stress at sea.
19 Apr 2018

The Shipowners' Club report a steady year

19 April 2018 - Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has reported positive results for the year ending 31 December 2017, despite the challenging market conditions to both the insurance and shipping sectors.
19 Apr 2018

Notice of Annual General Meeting - 24 May 2018

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held at Le Royal, 12 Boulevard Royal, L 2449 Luxembourg on Thursday 24th May 2018 at 09. 00 hours for the following purposes: 1.
06 Apr 2018

Container operations risk assessment

As part of our Risk Assessment series, this article focuses on cargo operations on board a container vessel. The Club’s data identifies the main areas of causation for container related cargo claims to be as follows: Collectively, wet damage to cargo in containers formed the largest percentage of the cargo claims, with damage to reefer cargoes accounting for over a quarter of all incidents.
03 Apr 2018

Case Study: Improper securing arrangement of sea strainer cover leads to vessel capsizing

THE INCIDENT Whilst double banked alongside another tug for four months awaiting a placement in dry dock, a harbour tug suddenly developed a list to port. Crew on board at the time quickly investigated to try and determine the point of water ingress, but struggled as the water level reached approximately 1 metre in height in the flooded engine room.
29 Mar 2018

Case study: crew injury - cargo lift overload

The Incident To facilitate the carrying out of emergency drills and crew training, a fishing vessel suspended its operations and buoyed off its hauling line. During this time, four crew members were working in the freezer hold, stowing frozen offal blocks.
13 Mar 2018

Psychological Wellbeing at Sea - Infographics

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. This includes guidance on how to maximise Psychological Wellbeing at Sea.
06 Mar 2018

Mission to Seafarers release Seafarers Happiness Index

The SHI initiative was relaunched in 2017. This continuous study aims to ascertain seafarers’ thoughts and opinions on key welfare issues such as shore leave, wages, food, training, social interaction and family contact.
06 Mar 2018

Implementation of the EU General Data Protection Regulation

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is set to come into force on 25 May 2018. This new regulation will have direct effect in the EEA/ EU and will change the way in which businesses and public sector organisations worldwide, handle the personal information of European Citizens.
19 Feb 2018

Steps to Positive Mental Health - Translations

In partnership with the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) the Club has published a series of Good Mental Health Guides to raise awareness of the importance of mental wellbeing on board. The recently published Steps to Positive Mental Health booklet provides seafarers with proactive strategies that can be easily adopted to reduce stress levels at sea.
14 Feb 2018

Maritime media management

In November 2017, the Club held a webinar on Managing in a Crisis. The webinar, held in partnership with Steven Jones and Louise McWatt of McWatt and Jones, covered key crisis management aspects such as how to react to an emergency, respond to a crisis and deal with affected stakeholders.
24 Jan 2018

Benefits of Club membership - Premium stability

When it comes to the placing of P&I risks, we know that Members and their brokers have several choices. The long tail nature of P&I claims must never be underestimated and therefore the long-term stability of a mutual P&I Club and the partnership forged between the Member and the Club in understanding the risks associated with their individual operations is essential.
22 Jan 2018

Steps to Positive Mental Health - Infographics

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 recent release in the series provided seafarers with proactive Steps to Positive Mental Health.
19 Jan 2018

Towage risks and cover in Latin America

For almost fifty years, the Club has insured a large number of tugs operating in Latin America, performing a variety of towage tasks including harbour towage (assisting in the berthing and un-berthing of other vessels), coastal towage, and towage of barge convoys through inland waterways. Members operating tugs in Latin America do so under a variety of contract forms and often in the absence of any formal contract, meaning there is no contractual allocation of risk between tug and tow.
18 Jan 2018

President Trump waives Iran sanctions as part of JCPOA

President Trump has agreed to waive sanctions lifted by the United States (US), as part of the JCPOA (‘the deal’).  These sanctions must be waived every 120 days to keep them from coming back into force under the deal.
12 Jan 2018

Revised version 3.0 of the IG/CINS Guidelines for the Carriage of Calcium Hypochlorite in Containers

The International Group of P&I Clubs (IG Clubs) and the shipping line members of the Cargo Incident Notification System (CINS) have issued a revised version 3. 0 of the Guidelines for the Carriage of Calcium Hypochlorite in Containers.
11 Jan 2018

EGM January 2018 Minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held on Wednesday 11th January 2018 at 11. 45 hours at 16 Rue Notre-Dame L-2240 Luxembourg.
29 Dec 2017

Cyber security on board ships - Tanker Management and Self Assessment and upcoming changes to the International Safety Management Code

On 1 January 2018, the Oil Companies International Marine Forum’s (OCIMF) Tanker Management and Self Assessment (TMSA) version 3 will come into force. The TMSA programme provides companies with a means to improve and measure their own safety management systems.
19 Dec 2017

Steps to positive mental health

Last month, the Club announced that it would be extending its partnership with the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) to deliver a series of Good Mental Health Guides. The second guide in the series provides proactive Steps to Positive Mental Health.
30 Nov 2017

Renewal 2018/2019

In our Half Year Report, it was noted that the Club had achieved a positive underwriting result, reporting a 99. 3% combined ratio.
29 Nov 2017

Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting Thursday 11th January 2018

Notice is hereby given that an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held on Thursday 11th January 2018 at 11. 45 hours at The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg), 16, Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg, for the purpose of considering and if thought fit, passing the following as a SPECIAL RESOLUTION.
27 Nov 2017

Psychological wellbeing at sea

Following the success of our Crew Health campaign, the Club is pleased to announce that it will extend its partnership with the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) to provide a series of articles on Psychological Wellbeing at Sea. Claims related to illness are frequently notified to the Club, with the number of claims reported remaining steady in number over the last five policy years.
27 Nov 2017

The Shipowners' Club extends partnership with ISWAN to better Psychological Wellbeing at Sea

Following the success of our Crew Health campaign, the Club is pleased to announce that it will extend its partnership with the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) to deliver a series of articles on Psychological Wellbeing at Sea. Claims related to poor mental health are becoming more apparent to the Club.
23 Nov 2017

The Shipowners' P&I Club hosts Managing in a Crisis webinar - recording available

The Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has chaired its second webinar, on the topic of Managing in a Crisis. 14 November 2017 – The webinar, held in partnership with Steven Jones and Louise McWatt of McWatt and Jones, aimed to cover aspects such as how to react to an emergency, respond to a crisis and deal with affected stakeholders.
20 Nov 2017

Risk assessments for fishing operations

In 2016, the Club experienced a high volume of crew injury claims on fishing vessels. The latest in our series of Risk assessment articles focuses on risk assessments for fishing operations to assist members in mitigating such claims.
15 Nov 2017

ILO Work in Fishing Convention 2007 (Convention no 188) enters into force

In 2007, the 96th Session of the International Labour Conference adopted the ILO Work in Fishing Convention (no 188) (‘the new Convention’). On 16 November 2017, one year following its ratification by ten Member countries, the new Convention will enter into force.
13 Oct 2017

Joint industry publication sets out guidelines for the carriage of charcoal in containers

Charcoal/carbon is a black residue, consisting of carbon and any remaining ash obtained by removing water and other volatile constituents from animal and vegetation substances.
10 Oct 2017

Update on piracy attacks

In addition to referring to the most recent version of the Best Management Practices for Protection against Somalia Based Piracy (BMP5) we encourage Members’ to register their company and vessels (dependent on the area of operation) with the Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP ISC), IMB Piracy Reporting Centre (IMB PRC), the Maritime Security Centre – Horn of Africa (MSCHOA) and the United Kingdom Marine Trade Operations (UKMTO). The afore mentioned bodies can assist operators: ReCAAP promotes and enhances cooperation against piracy and armed robbery in Asia by exchanging information among contracting parties on incidents of piracy and armed robbery.
05 Oct 2017

Guidance on the safe navigation of the Hidrovía

The Club has recently recorded several collision incidents in narrow channels and bends of the Hidrovía, South America. During investigations, it has been identified that a common contributing factor to such incidents is the position of the vessel whilst performing passing manoeuvres.
27 Sep 2017

Risk assessments for mooring operations

Mooring has always been a dynamic operation. In 2016, the Club has experienced a high volume of claims which arose from three main areas of causation: Inadequate supervision/procedures – These include claims arising from a lack of supervision of the task, inadequate or non-existent procedures or a failure to comply with existing procedures.
20 Sep 2017

Sleepiness and fatigue are ever-present risks to all on board

Sleepiness and long term fatigue are now recognised as major factors impacting accidents at sea and seafarer health. A recent study found that fatigue and stress levels are perceived to be higher at the end of a voyage with an individual’s motivation, social cohesion, and quality of sleep deteriorating the longer seafarers are away from home.
13 Sep 2017

Moving beyond the mutual approach and ETC

As a mutual P&I Club specialising in providing a liability insurance solution for small and specialist vessels, we are aware that many owners wish to access the value-added benefits associated with being a Member of a P&I Club but, due to their particular operations, prefer the fixed premium approach adopted by the commercial market, which charges fixed premiums with no exposure to supplementary or overspill calls. A fixed premium option is available to a wide section of our membership.
04 Sep 2017

Ballast Water Management convention - guidance and FAQS

Adopted in 2004 the Ballast Water Management, BWM Convention (the ‘convention’), is the International Convention for the control and management of ship’s ballast water and sediments. The aim of the convention is to remove, render harmless or avoid uptake or discharge of harmful aquatic organisms and pathogens within ballast water sediments by mechanical, physical, chemical and biological processes (either singularly or in combination).
31 Aug 2017

The mutual advantage

A vessel owner who arranges P&I insurance through a mutual solution with an International Group (IG) P&I Club can boast ultimate insurance protection limits of up to US$8bn against third party property losses (excluding pollution and passenger claims which are limited to U$1bn and US$2bn respectively).
30 Aug 2017

Safe means of embarkation and disembarkation

A version of this document is also available for owners and operators of yachts, to assist them with their specific yacht operations. View/download PDF's: Lighting and markings Adequate lighting should be provided to illuminate the means of embarkation and disembarkation, including the positions on deck and ashore.
18 Aug 2017

What is a release call?

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 environment, permits longer term investment and planning to be undertaken.
08 Aug 2017

The overspill limit

The term ‘overspill’ means that a loss has spilled over, or exceeded, the limits of liability available through the General Excess of Loss Reinsurance Programme which protects mutual Members of the International Group of P&I Clubs. Currently this would be an individual claim which exceeds US$ 2.
08 Aug 2017

ISM - Cyber security

Maritime Safety Committee https://shipownersprotection. webex.
07 Aug 2017

Economic sanctions update: Russia, Iran and North Korea

On 2nd August 2017 President Trump signed into law H. R.
03 Aug 2017

Event: Tomorrow's Maritime Professionals - what does the future look like?

Exponential advances in digital technologies, hyper-connected societies, and the rise of the global citizen are driving change across the operational landscape of the maritime industry. Disruptive technology, human capital and evolving demands such as regulation, security, and sustainability, are challenging professionals with significant industry experience to respond with intelligent business strategies.
02 Aug 2017

The Shipowners' P&I Club hosts maritime security webinar - recording available

The Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has chaired its first-ever webinar, on the topic of Maritime Cyber Security. 02 August 2017 – The webinar, held in partnership with Ian Hirst of MAST Security and Steven Jones of Mc Watt and Jones, aimed to outline sources for potential cyber security vulnerabilities and provide guidance to mitigate against the risks.
31 Jul 2017

The International Group

Many vessel owners join a Mutual P&I Club to access limits of liability that are generally unavailable in the commercial fixed premium market.
26 Jul 2017

Milly Brooks: Voluntary salvage assistance and the reward

salvage of the property. The first element requires the property to be in real danger.
21 Jul 2017

A closer look at mutual club funding

There was a time when all P&I Clubs used the same method of funding; the estimated total call (ETC) approach. To understand this method it is necessary to consider the nature of liability insurance.
06 Jul 2017

The mutual balance

Vessel owners who wish to purchase insurance at cost - that is without paying profits to commercial insurance companies, join a mutual P&I Club. Membership of a mutual P&I Club is continuous, but the insurance provided is divided up into 12 month periods, known as policy years.
03 Jul 2017

Be Cyber Aware at Sea

The Club recognises that with the development of technology on board vessels, it has become increasingly important for Members to be able to identify and respond to cyber threats. To this end, the Club is proud to support Be Cyber Aware at Sea - a global maritime and offshore industry initiative to raise awareness of cyber threats to international shipping ports and offshore operations.
27 Jun 2017

What is P&I?

Protection and Indemnity insurance, or as it is more commonly known - ‘P&I’, is the policy ship owners purchase to protect them against liability claims from crew, passengers and third parties. Liability claims include those such as collision, property damage, pollution, environmental damage and removal of wrecks.
20 Jun 2017

President Trump partially reverses Obama’s Cuba policy

On 16 June 2017, US President Donald Trump signed into law a partial reversal of Barack Obama’s Cuba policy.  During his speech to a sympathetic crowd in Miami last week, Trump declared that he was: "cancelling completely the last Administration’s completely one-sided deal with Cuba".
19 Jun 2017

Crew Health: Multilingual questions for medical assessments

Since June 2016, the Club’s crew health campaign has reported on various health issues that affect those serving on board vessels and has provided guidance to assist Members in mitigating against related incidents. The articles, posters and booklets published have garnered a great deal of interest from both Members and industry partners.
13 Jun 2017

IGP&I Annual Review 2016/17

"One of the key objectives and strengths of the mutual and Group system is the development and delivery of solutions for shipowners’ liability insurance needs. This objective was once again tested in 2016/17, and once again the Group clubs successfully stepped up to the plate to deliver a solution for shipowners" Another positive year An increase in Group-entered tonnage, a reduction in the number and severity of reported pool claims, and a fourth year of significant savings in the cost of the Group reinsurance purchase were among the notable and welcome features of 2016 for the Group clubs and their shipowner memberships.
12 Jun 2017

Charmaine Fu: The Ocean Victory - A case of an 'abnormal occurrence'

It has been more than ten years since the Ocean Victory grounded in heavy weather whilst leaving the port of Kashima in Japan. In May this year, the Supreme Court handed down its judgment, which affirmed the decision of the Court of Appeal, namely that the port was not unsafe and consequently there was no breach of the safe port warranty in the charter.
02 Jun 2017

AGM Minutes June 2017

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of the Members held on Thursday 1st June 2017, in the Pousada De Lisboa – Terreiro Do Paço, Praça do Comércio, 31-34, 1100-148 Lisboa.
19 May 2017

Club selects Standard & Poor's to provide future credit ratings

Following a request by The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) (“Shipowners” or “the Club”), as from 19 May 2017 AM Best will  no longer provide a rating of the Club. This decision was taken by the Club in December 2016 following a review of the costs and benefits of maintaining two interactive ratings, coupled with a review of market practice and appetite for rating information.
17 May 2017

The mutual approach

The Shipowners’ Club has been in existence for over 160 years and was established by ship owners, for ship owners.   We have always operated on a mutual basis – that is, the Club exists for the benefit of its Members.
15 May 2017

Fire prevention on board ships

The Club would like to thank Mark Ross, Senior Forensic Investigator for Jensen Hughes for his invaluable contribution to this article.
02 May 2017

Notice of Annual General Meeting - 1 June 2017

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held in the Pousada De Lisboa – Terreiro Do Paço, Praça do Comércio, 31-34, 1100-148 Lisboa on Thursday 1 June 2017 at 09:00 hours for the following purposes: To approve the Report of the Directors and the Accounts for the period ended 31 December 2016, and the Report of the Auditors thereon. To elect Directors.
24 Apr 2017

Risk assessments for passenger vessel operations

Our article, Implementing risk assessments, highlighted the rise in claims which have been recorded by the Club as a result of incidents occurring during routine shipboard operations. As the article explained, these claims may have been avoided had a proper risk assessment been carried out.
20 Apr 2017

Crew Health: Advice for safe travel

Since June 2016 the Club has issued regular guidance concerning the enhancement and protection of crew health on board a vessel and during periods of shore leave. Seafarers are travellers and are therefore exposed to the same health risks as all other travellers.
10 Apr 2017

The Shipowners' Club partners with Yachtpod Risk Partners

Yachtowners, the specialist yacht syndicate of The Shipowners’ P&I Club, today announces that it has entered into a partnership with newly established super yacht specialists Yachtpod Risk Partners (Yachtpod). Yachtowners, the specialist yacht syndicate of The Shipowners’ P&I Club, today announces that it has entered into a partnership with newly established super yacht specialists Yachtpod Risk Partners (Yachtpod), an underwriting cell on the Castel Underwriting Agencies Limited (Castel) managing general agent formation platform, to provide their clients with Protection and Indemnity (P&I) insurance for yachts, motor sailors and motor yachts including professionally skippered charters.
17 Mar 2017

Crew Health: Malaria prevention

The Club previously released a bulletin informing Members of the precautionary measures that can be taken to avoid the contraction of malaria on board merchant ships. The bulletin was released in the wake of an incident in which a crew member died from a malarial infection having not had access to the correct precautionary medication.
13 Mar 2017

Georgia Maltezou: What is the right measure of damages when charterers walk away from a voyage charter?

It was the historic case of Smith v M’Guire (1858) 3 H & N 554 that established the prima facie for the measure of damages that can be recovered by a shipowner in case of repudiation of a voyage charterparty by a charterer.  In the Smith v M’Guire case, the damages were calculated on the basis of the usual compensatory principle intended to financially reimburse the innocent party for the repudiatory breach.
07 Mar 2017

New U.S. Executive Order issued on immigration: potential impact on vessel crews

Article source: Freehill Hogan & Mahar LLP As reported in our Client Alerts of January 30th and February 10th, Executive Order (“E. O.
23 Feb 2017

STOPIA 2006 (as amended 2017) and TOPIA 2006 (as amended 2017) – 2017 amendments

Background The Small Tanker Oil Pollution Indemnification Agreement (STOPIA) and the Tanker Oil Pollution Indemnification Agreement (TOPIA) were agreed in 2006 to reflect the desire of shipowner entered Members in International Group Clubs to ensure the continuing success of the international oil pollution compensation regime. More particularly, with the 2003 Supplementary Fund Protocol having been recently introduced at that time, there was a desire to ensure that the costs of responding to spills of persistent oil from tankers should be more equitably borne by shipowners and the receivers of oil.
14 Feb 2017

If I plan to undertake a charterparty with an unfamiliar entity, what steps can I take to ensure the charterer will pay their hire?

Due to the difficult conditions currently existing in the shipping market, particularly in the offshore sector, Members are increasingly contacting the Club regarding claims against Charterers for unpaid hire. Unfortunately, in some cases there is little prospect of successfully enforcing any judgment or award against Charterers, as they have few or no assets against which to enforce.
10 Feb 2017

Executive Order on immigration suspended: future status uncertain

Article source: Freehill Hogan & Mahar LLP As reported in our Client Alert of January 30th, on January 27, 2017 President Trump issued an Executive Order ("E. O.
07 Feb 2017

Implementing risk assessments

The Club's risk assessment project continues to assist Members in incorporating a risk assessment ethos into their on board operating procedures. Working on board a ship often exposes seafarers to a variety of work-related accidents and incidents.
06 Feb 2017

Crew health: Advice for safe sex

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are extremely common – it is estimated that up to 75% of sexually active people will contract an STI of some kind in their life time. For seafarers, the likelihood of contracting an STI is further increased, due to their unsettled lifestyles and a lack of access to necessary precautions.
01 Feb 2017

Canada - New compulsory insurance scheme for passenger vessels

Proposed new Federal regulations dealing with compulsory insurance of passenger vessels under the Canadian Marine Liability Act were issued by the Government of Canada in December 2016. Under the proposal, any domestic carriage of passengers by any commercial or public vessel will be required to maintain minimum insurance cover of C$250,000 per available passenger space on the vessel to a total of the passenger capacity, e.
01 Feb 2017

Executive Order on immigration affects vessel crews

Article source: Freehill Hogan & Mahar LLP On 27 January 2017, President Trump issued an Executive Order (E. O.
20 Jan 2017

OFAC clarifies Cuba sanctions

The 180 day rule is a reference to the prohibition on U. S.
18 Jan 2017

Iran Trading - IG Reinsurance 2017/18 placement - termination of 'fall-back' cover

Placement of the International Group General Excess of Loss (GXL) reinsurance and Collective Overspill contracts and the Hydra reinsurance programme for 2017 have been completed. Due to the continuing application of US primary sanctions to the current participating US person/domiciled reinsurers, their lines on the contracts will not be renewed for 2017/18 and have been substituted with alternative capacity.
12 Jan 2017

Captain Hari Subramaniam: What steps should a prudent shipowner take when bringing their vessels back into service after a long period of layup?

    What steps should a prudent shipowner take when bringing their vessels back into service after a long period of layup? Layup reactivation is crucial given that the vessel may have been out of service for a number of months and hence the Club has a survey requirement when it comes to layup reactivations (Rule 35). The extent of re-commissioning work would depend on whether the vessel was under hot or cold layup, the length of time the vessel was laid up and the extent of maintenance carried out during the laid up period.
11 Jan 2017

EGM January 2017 Minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held on Wednesday 11th January 2017 at 11. 45 hours at 16 Rue Notre-Dame L-2240 Luxembourg.
20 Dec 2016

How do we assess the right premium for risk?

Each of our Members' face unique risks and therefore pay a unique premium, a result of the vast difference in laws and regulations across jurisdictions. Liabilities to crew can differ from country to country with some jurisdictions providing a primary workers compensation scheme that responds before a P&I entry.
19 Dec 2016

Crew health: Maintaining mental wellbeing

The Club would like to thank Dr Olivia Swift of Royal Holloway, University of London, for contributing this article. Owners know that their seafarers health is of paramount importance and, in recent years, we’ve become more alert to the importance of seafarers’ mental as well as physical wellbeing.
13 Dec 2016

What steps should a prudent shipowner take when placing vessels in layup?

Duration of layup The first consideration is the duration of the intended layup period. This will help the Member in the decision to either place the vessel in hot or cold layup.
09 Dec 2016

Cuba: Sanctions overview

These steps include: Re-establishing diplomatic ties. Reviewing Cuba’s designation as a State Sponsor of Terror.
30 Nov 2016

Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting Wednesday 11th January 2017

Notice is hereby given that an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held on Wednesday 11th January 2017 at 11. 45 hours at The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg), 16, Rue Notre-Dame, L-2240 Luxembourg, for the purpose of considering and if thought fit, passing the following as SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS.
28 Nov 2016

Liability Insurance Policy for European Inland Craft

We are delighted to announce our new Liability Insurance Policy for European Inland Craft. These conditions are in line with all other ‘all risk’ policies issued by the Club and will be available to Members entered via the EUROP&I fixed facility (European inland trading vessels only).
28 Nov 2016

Increasing limits under the amended 1996 protocol of the LLMC

On 30 November 2016, the limits of a ship owners’ liability for a maritime claim in the UK will rise by 51%, when the amended 1996 Protocol to the Convention on Liability for Maritime Claims 1976 comes into force in the UK. Member States voted to increase limits in April 2012, after high profile bunker spill cases like the “PACIFIC ADVENTURER” in Queensland in 2009 led Member States to conclude that the existing limits were insufficient to cover likely claims.
24 Nov 2016

Premiums that provide certainty in uncertain times

The trading conditions currently faced by many of our Members remain difficult. With pressure on incomes, vessel owners face the challenge of protecting their financial performance and inevitably all operational expenses are closely reviewed.
22 Nov 2016

Crew Health: Maintaining dental hygiene

As seafarers can spend weeks at sea on a voyage it is not unusual that tooth pain or dental related illness will strike far from land. The risk of dental problems is increased for seafarers because of their limited access to regular and advanced dental care whilst at sea.
21 Nov 2016

Russia/Ukraine: Sanctions overview

In response to its failure to comply with EU demands regarding the annexation of Crimea and Sevastopol, various sanctions have been imposed upon Russia by both the EU and the US.  This article is intended to summarise the current position with respect to EU sanctions and to supplement our two circulars (dated 21st July 2014 and 12th August 2014).
17 Nov 2016

Standard & Poor's upgrade the Shipowners' Club credit rating from A- to A

The Shipowners’ Club is delighted to announce an upgrade to our Standard & Poor’s (S&P) credit rating, from A- to A London, 17 November 2016: The Shipowners’ Club (the Club) is delighted to announce an upgrade to our Standard & Poor’s (S&P) credit rating, from A- to A. Notes for editors The Shipowners’ Club The Shipowners’ Club is a mutual marine liability insurer, providing Protection and Indemnity insurance for small and specialist vessels since 1855.
15 Nov 2016

Loss Prevention reissues Basic Stability for Small Vessels booklet

We have reissued our Basic Stability for Small Vessels booklet which provides guidance on the fundamentals of stability. The Club provides insurance solutions for many types of vessels and operations, each one having their own unique stability requirements.
09 Nov 2016

The Shipowners' Club announces new exclusive Correspondent in Western Canada

Merle McKenzie, of All West P&I Services Ltd, becomes the Shipowners’ Club exclusive Correspondent in Western Canada London, 09 November 2016: The Shipowners’ Club, the leading P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, today announced the appointment of Merle McKenzie as the new local Correspondent in Western Canada. Acting as the Club’s local Correspondent since 2011 in his capacity as casualty investigator and maritime manager at Bull Housser in Vancouver, Merle is now the Club’s exclusive Correspondent, as part of All West P&I Services Ltd, providing support to the Members of The Shipowners’ Club.
03 Nov 2016

Financial benefits of Club membership

We have released a short guide for our brokers to assist them in sharing and explaining the financial benefits available to their customers, our Members, through membership with the Shipowners’ P&I Club. General trading conditions have been challenging for our Members for several years.
01 Nov 2016

We are the go-to Club for small and specialist vessel insurance

The results are in and they’re overwhelmingly positive. We are delighted to report the resounding message that the Shipowners’ Club remains the go-to supplier for small and specialist vessel P&I insurance.
13 Oct 2016

Crew Health: Protecting your skin on board

Did you know that skin is our largest and fastest growing organ? It has three crucial functions:  .
10 Oct 2016

Maritime Labour Convention 2006 As Amended (MLC) Financial Security Requirements

Members are referred to our previous circular dated 30 June 2016. We have today issued a further circular, which updates Members on developments.
22 Sep 2016

ASTRA and SPAR SHIPPING: What happens when a time charterer fails to pay timely hire?

Legal Assistance and Defence Cover (LADC) is available to Members in addition to the traditional P&I cover. We are very grateful to Ian Teo, Partner at Rajah & Tann’s, Shipping and International Trade, Singapore, for sharing an example of where LADC cover can assist Members in the event of a dispute between Owners and Charterers in relation to termination of a charterparty.
14 Sep 2016

Crew Health: Maintaining a healthy weight on board

In today’s world, activities at work and at home are generally less physical than previous generations. Given the proliferation of convenience foods and snacks on offer, and at low prices, diets are becoming increasingly unhealthy.
02 Sep 2016

Cyber Guidance for Crews

  The Club thanks Steven Jones FRSA, specialist in maritime affairs, consultant and writer, for contributing this article. .
10 Aug 2016

Crew Health: Food safety on board

When it comes to ensuring a fit and healthy crew, all vessels should apply food safety principles. Even if not required by international regulations, good practice in regards to food safety should be in place as part of any operation. This helps to ensure that crew members remain in good health and are able to carry out their roles on board to the best of their ability.
01 Aug 2016

Yachtowners launch Pre-Delivery Liability Policy

The Yachtowners syndicate at The Shipowners’ Club offers for the first time a liability insurance solution for super yacht custom build projects. Yachtowners, the specialist yacht syndicate of The Shipowners’ Club, today announces the launch of a liability insurance solution that addresses the unique risks arising from super yacht custom build projects.
20 Jul 2016

Crew Health: Maintaining fitness on board

The ability to maintain a fitness regime on board a vessel can be challenging, especially in instances where a ship does not have sufficient or suitable facilities for sport. However, these limitations need not stop a seafarer from taking regular exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.
12 Jul 2016

Humanitarian support of seafarers and their families in cases of armed robbery and piracy attack

Seafarers continue to be the target of pirates and armed robbers. These incidents remain a very real concern for seafarers, their families and the shipping companies for which they work.
30 Jun 2016

Crew Health: Maintaining a healthy diet on board

Maintaining a healthy diet, along with adequate rest and sleep, regular exercise and good hygiene, helps to prevent diseases and improve overall health.
27 Jun 2016

The Shipowners' Club announces partnership with International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network

Joint campaign to educate, inform and safeguard seafarers’ health and wellbeing whilst on board The Shipowners’ Club, the leading mutual P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, today announced that it has entered into a partnership with the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN), an international charity that aims to improve conditions and the lifestyle of ships crews by providing a 24-7 advice line, health guidance and general support for seafarers. As a partner, the Club will contribute towards ISWAN’s Seafarers Health Information Project (SHIP), an initiative that promotes and distributes health information materials to shipping companies, seafarers’ centres, and direct to seafarers.
22 Jun 2016

Gho Sze Kee: Cargo liens for unpaid hire and freight due under a time or voyage charterparty

During periods in which the global shipping economy is volatile, the likelihood of unpaid freight or hire occurs with higher frequency. Recently, the Club has witnessed charterers facing difficulty in meeting their obligation to pay freight due under a charterparty.
22 Jun 2016

AGM Minutes June 2016

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of the Members held on Thursday 2nd June, 2016, in Le Royal Hotel 12, Boulevard Royal, L-2449 Luxembourg.
18 Apr 2016

Shev Algama: BIMCO Anti-Corruption Clause

In recent years, there have been significant developments in worldwide anti-corruption legislation. A good example of this under English law is the controversial Bribery Act 2010. The development in anti-corruption legislation has led to a number of anti-corruption rider clauses being inserted into charterparties and other such contracts. These rider clauses invariably favour one party over the other. However, the new BIMCO anti-corruption clause is designed to tackle these imbalances and provide a form, which both owners and charterers will be happy to use.
06 Apr 2016

Notice of Annual General Meeting - 2 June 2016

NOTICE OF MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held at Le Royal Hotel, 12 Boulevard Royal, L-2449 Luxembourg on Thursday 2 June 2016 at 09:00 hours for the following purposes: 1. To approve the Report of the Directors and the Accounts for the period ended 31 December 2015, and the Report of the Auditors thereon.
21 Mar 2016

Iran Trading - P&I cover clarifications

Members are referred to our previous Circular dated 22nd February 2016.   We have today issued a further Circular, Iran Trading - P&I Cover Update, which updates Members on the risk of sanctions related reinsurance shortfalls with respect to the International Group General Excess of Loss programme ("the Group GXL") and the Hydra reinsurance programme.
22 Jan 2016

Iran: Update on partial lifting of sanctions

On Implementation Day, 16 January 2016, the International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed that Iran had complied with its nuclear obligations in line with 'the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action' ('JCPOA'). As a result, certain EU and US nuclear related sanctions on Iran have been lifted.
22 Jan 2016

EGM January 2016 Minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held on Friday 15th January 2016 at 12. 00 hours at 16 Rue Notre-Dame L-2240 Luxembourg.
01 Dec 2015

The Shipowners' Club receives a positive outlook from Standard and Poor's

London, 1 December 2015: Standard & Poor’s Rating Services (S&P) has affirmed its ‘A-’ counterparty credit and insurer financial strength ratings and revised its outlook on Shipowners’ Mutual Protection & Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) to positive from stable, as of 23 November 2015. Aidan Holloway The Shipowners' Club Smithfield Consultants T: +44207 423 7103 T: +44 207 903 678 E: samantha. stevenson@shipownersclub.
26 Nov 2015

EGM January 2016 Agenda

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held on Friday 15 January 2016
30 Sep 2015

Steel Pre-Shipment Surveys

Further to the Bulletin issued on 21 March 2011, the Club continues to receive requests for advice as to when steel pre-shipment surveys are to be undertaken.
14 Sep 2015

The Shipowners' Club enters into strategic partnership with Svensk Assurans AB

Svensk Assurans AB to offer new P&I product to small Scandinavian vessels through a delegated underwriting agreement with the Shipowners’ Club.
11 Aug 2015

Louise Hall: Tug and Tow – A Practical Safety and Operation Guide

The Tug and Tow – A Practical Safety and Operation Guide has been updated and re-released for our Members to raise awareness of the practical aspects of a towage operation with a view to assisting mariners who may not be fully familiar with these processes. Analysis reveals that of the Club’s towage related claims, some 53% of incidents are caused directly by human error and 12% by inadequate navigational procedures.
29 Jul 2015

Shipowners' ability to limit liability in Mexico is tested

In February 2010, our Member’s offshore supply and support vessel was delivering goods to a platform offshore, in Mexican waters, when the vessel came into contact with the platform causing damage to it. Repairs were estimated to cost in the region of US$1.
15 Jul 2015

AGM Minutes July 2015

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of the Members held on Thursday 9th July, 2015, in Le Royal Hotel 12, Boulevard Royal, L-2449 Luxembourg.
03 Jun 2015

Communication management of a pilotage operation

As a Club we have been made aware of a number of recent FFO and collision incidents that have occurred whilst under pilotage. On investigation it is apparent that the primary cause, in most cases, can be attributable to a breakdown of communication.
12 May 2015

Advice on towage

The survey is to establish if the towage arrangements, including the suitability of the towing vessel or tug/s, the towed unit/s and any cargo on board, are fit for the intended voyage. A typical fitness for tow survey includes: Satisfactory evaluation of the stability of tug and tow and lashing arrangements of any cargo on the towed vessel.
11 May 2015

Limits of liability for shipping incidents are increased with the adoption of amendments to 1996 Protocol to the Convention on Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims (LLMC)

The unit of measurement for limitation purposes is known as Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) and although it is a recognised monetary unit an SDR is not a currency per se. Their value is based on a basket of international currencies comprising the US dollar, Japanese Yen, Euro and Pound Sterling.
23 Feb 2015

Yachtowners announce medical emergency helpline for yacht crew

Yachtowners, the specialist yacht syndicate of The Shipowners’ Club, has launched an additional service for those Owners who have purchased its Enhanced PA cover, (crew Personal Accident with medical expenses cover). The availability of this dedicated helpline for crew, providing 24-hour emergency medical advice and access to treatment where necessary, is part of Yachtowners’ strategy to provide the best service in the sector as well as the most comprehensive cover.
20 Feb 2015

Update - Uruguay Oil Spill Response Contract Requirements

We refer to the recent circular on 19th February 2015 in which we informed Members of the entry into force on 20th February 2015 of the new Uruguayan Disposición Marítima No. 149 (“the Regulation”), requiring vessel owners to enter into contracts with local Oil Spill Response Organisations (OSROs).
14 Oct 2014

The Shipowners’ Club announces ‘nil’ general increase at next renewal as half yearly results strengthen the Club’s finances

The Shipowners’ Club has released its half yearly results as at 20th August for the 2014/15 year, and reports a strong underwriting performance with a significant increase in free reserves over the same period last year.
22 Sep 2014

The Shipowners’ Club launches dedicated yacht syndicate

The liability insurer for small and specialist vessels is introducing a new sub-brand, Yachtowners to identify its recently established insurance syndicate dedicated to the yacht sector.
28 Jul 2014

AGM July 2014 Agenda

To approve the Report of the Directors and the Accounts for the year ended 20 February 2014, and to approve the Report of the Auditors thereon. To elect the Directors.
18 Jul 2014

AGM July 2014 minutes

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of the Members held on Friday 18th July, 2014, in the Prince George Hotel, 1725 Market Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3N9.
20 Jun 2014

The Shipowners’ Club Announces Strong Results Amid Competitive Market Conditions

The Shipowners’ Club Announces Strong Results Amid Competitive Market Conditions The Shipowners’ Club, which is the leading P&I insurer in the smaller and specialist vessel sector, has reported very healthy results for the twelve months ending 20th February 2014.   Entered members, vessels and tonnage all grew, resulting in an increase of 9.
17 Jul 2013

AGM July 2013 agenda

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held in The Hotel Le Royal 12, Boulevard Royal, L-2449 LUXEMBOURG Tél : +352 2416161, Fax : +352 225948 on Wednesday 17th July, 2013, at 9.00 hours.
24 Apr 2013

EGM April 2013 minutes

INUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners’ Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) in The Charles Hotel, Sophienstrasse 28, Munich 80333, Germany. Tel: +49 (0) 89 544 555-0. Fax: +49 (0) 89 544 555-2000 on Wednesday 24th April 2013 at 09.00 hours.
12 Nov 2012

EGM January 2013 minutes

MINUTES of an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) held in Pan Pacific Hotel Singapore, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, Singapore 039595. Tel: +65 6336 8111 Fax: +65 6339 1861 commencing on Wednesday 24th'd January, 2013, at 09.00 hours.
12 Nov 2012

EGM January 2012 agenda

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an Extraordinary General Meeting of The Shipowners' Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association (Luxembourg) will be held on Thursday 24th January 2013 at 09.00 hours in the Pan Pacific Hotel, 7 Rafnes Boulevard, Marina Square, Singapore
02 Jun 2012

IG Circular – Dangers of Carrying Nickel Ore from Indonesia and the Philippines – Mandatory Notification Requirements

(Nickel Ore) This circular should be read in conjunction with the previous advice relating to the safe carriage of nickel ore cargoes and nothing in this circular supersedes the previous advice.
27 Jan 2011

IG Circular – Indonesia and the Philippines – Safe Carriage of Nickel Ore Cargoes

(Nickel Ore) The International Group informally raised its concerns about the loading and carriage of nickel ore from Indonesia and the Philippines, with the Indonesian and Philippine delegations that attended the 88th session of the IMO Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) which was held between 24 November and 3 December 2010.

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