P and I Clubs

 Aging vessels push crew to the limit as Seafarers Happiness Index hits 10-year milestone

Q1 survey shows stabilisation of crew satisfaction, though problems persist such as maintenance backlogs on older ships which force difficult prioritisation decisions

LONDON, 08 May 2025 – The Mission to Seafarers’ latest edition of its quarterly Seafarers Happiness Index has revealed a steadying in seafarer satisfaction, marking a small rise as the survey enters its 10th year.

The Q1 report shows an overall rise in seafarer happiness to 6.98 out of 10, up from 6.91 in Q4 2024. Despite positives,...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/05/08/aging-vessels-push-crew-to-the-limit-as-seafarers-happiness-index-hits-10-year-milestone/

Nor-Shipping 2025 Thought Leader Interview – Rolf Thore Roppestad, CEO, Gard

Gard CEO Rolf Thore Roppestad

Why safety culture matters more than ever

Gard CEO Rolf Thore Roppestad outlines how the marine insurer is stepping beyond its traditional role to become a valued partner in safety, wellbeing and loss prevention. With ‘Safer with Gard’ as a central pillar of its 2030 strategy, the mutual is using data, technology and targeted partnerships to support seafarers, strengthen safety culture and deliver actionable, real-world insight to its customers.

A shared...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/05/06/nor-shipping-2025-thought-leader-interview-rolf-thore-roppestad-ceo-gard/

American Club Member Alert (May 05, 2025)

MAY 05, 2025
HEALTH SPOTLIGHT: SUN EXPOSURE & DEHYDRATION
As warmer seasons approach, managing sun exposure and dehydration becomes safety critical for those working on and off vessels. In recognition of this, the American P&I Club – in cooperation with Medical Solutions Services (MSS) – has published its first USCG Tac Plus Newsletter of 2025: Health Spotlight: Sun Exposure & Dehydration.
The newsletter outlines the risks associated with sun damage and...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/05/05/american-club-member-alert-may-05-2025/

American Club Member Alert (May 01, 2025)

MAY 01, 2025
LOSS PREVENTION: HEAVY WEATHER – ALL HANDS ON DECK? MANDARIN VERSIONS
The American P&I Club is pleased to announce that the publication Heavy Weather – All hands on deck?, and new and traditional Mandarin. This guidance serves as a reminder that all vessels navigating in open waters should carefully assess the risks before sending crew members out on deck during heavy weather. It highlights key considerations for risk evaluation, planning, and Master approval...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/05/01/american-club-member-alert-may-01-2025/

Essential advice from The Swedish Club for Masters handling liquid cargo

Joakim Enström, Senior Loss Prevention Officer at The Swedish Club

In response to the increasing pressures faced by maritime professionals to expedite cargo operations and to prevent cargo claims, marine insurance specialist The Swedish Club has released a comprehensive guide aimed at reinforcing the importance of adhering to standard sampling procedures for liquid cargo. This guide is designed to support Masters and crew members in maintaining the highest safety standards while managing the...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/23/essential-advice-from-the-swedish-club-for-masters-handling-liquid-cargo/

American P&I Club – Circular No.12/25

APRIL 22, 2025
CIRCULAR NO. 12/25
TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION

Dear Member:

PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION (PEME) PROGRAM: NEW CLINIC IN NEW DELHI, INDIA
The Club’s Managers are pleased to report the further development of the PEME program. With immediate effect, the following clinic in New Delhi, India has been approved:
Dr Belanis Blue Shield Medical Clinic LLP B–2,
Greater Kailash Part-I, New Delhi, India 110048
Mobile No: +91.98.1111.5911
Doctor in Charge: Dr...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/22/american-pi-club-circular-no-12-25/

The Britannia Group announces CEO succession plan

Andrew Cutler, Chief Executive, the Britannia Group

The Britannia Group, a leading P&I insurer, has today announced that its Chief Executive, Andrew Cutler, has informed the Board of his intention to resign from the Group on 31 December 2025. 

Andrew joined the Britannia Group in 2006 as a senior claim handler, having previously been a Partner at HFW, for many years being based in Asia. Andrew was appointed CEO of the Britannia Group in 2012. During his tenure, the Britannia Group has...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/17/the-britannia-group-announces-ceo-succession-plan/

ITIC boosts 2025 continuity credit to support members amid global economic uncertainty

Alistair Mactavish, Chief Underwriting Officer at ITIC; Image credit: ITIC

[15 April 2025] – [London, UK] – In a bold show of support for its members during a time of increased global economic uncertainty, International Transport Intermediaries Club (ITIC) is increasing its continuity credit for the 2025 policy year. This strategic move offers meaningful economic relief, rewards member loyalty, and reinforces ITIC’s long-term commitment to retention and its ‘members-first’ mutual ethos. 

For the...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/15/itic-boosts-2025-continuity-credit-to-support-members-amid-global-economic-uncertainty/

Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum publishes guidance on fire response

Day/date 2025, London: Today – the Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum (VCSF) publishes its second industry good practice guidelines entitled ‘Fire Response – High Level Guidelines’. The VCSF recognises that responding to vehicle fires onboard PCCs, PCTCs, RoRo and Ro-Pax vessels is both dangerous and challenging. These guidelines have been designed to reduce the risk to the safety of crews, passengers, the environment, the vessel and the cargo. The guideline’s sole aim is to assist vessel operators...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/15/vehicle-carrier-safety-forum-publishes-guidance-on-fire-response/

Skuld announces key appointments in growth and service capabilities

Thea Thorstensen

Oslo: 10 April 2025—Skuld, a leading global marine insurer, is delighted to announce key appointments that reinforce Skuld’s growth ambitions, strengthen its service capabilities, and solidify its position as a world leader in marine insurance.

Thea Thorstensen, senior vice president, who has been with Skuld for more than 10 years and has been responsible for successfully leading the Western European business unit, will transition to the global business development team.  In this...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/10/skuld-announces-key-appointments-in-growth-and-service-capabilities/

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