Marine insurers and P&I Clubs under pressure

Innovations in energy-efficient refrigeration technologies and sustainable materials contribute to a greener cold chain, aligning with global green initiatives.

A recent incident involving a bulk carrier illustrates the dangers that need to be avoided

The International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) has published a position paper calling for better onboard firefighting systems for container ships.

Two recent fires onboard containership have increased concerns at IUMI over the challenges involved with managing these incidents at sea

Despite short-term uncertainty over what global rules on container weighing hold for the industry, insurers are looking for long-term safety benefits.

China’s economic slowdown and a strong US Dollar are causes of concern for marine insurers, but all eyes are now on the cost of the explosion at the port of Tianjin.