Cruise & Ferry Insights

This is a dedicated page for all Cruise and Ferry support information provided by the Club. From claims-related articles to loss prevention materials, you’ll find everything here in one place.

Shore Excursions and Third-Party Liability

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Beyond the Inspection: Rethinking Port State Control

Port State Control Inspections – More Than a Compliance Exercise

By Taslim Imad

Posted on 6月 30 2026

By Taslim Imad

Published 6月 30 2026

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Mooring: routine, familiar… but ever truly safe?

Despite its frequency, it remains one of the most hazardous operations on board.

By Nahush Paranjpye

Posted on 6月 08 2026

By Nahush Paranjpye

Published 6月 08 2026

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Watertight Doors – Crew Safety and Crushing Risks

By Taslim Imad

Posted on 6月 01 2026

By Taslim Imad

Published 6月 01 2026

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Adverse Weather - Considerations when in or near a Port

Shipmasters must assess risks like vessel type, port conditions, and weather forecasts when facing adverse weather. Decisions to stay or sail should prioritise safety, with proper monitoring and adherence to regulations.

By Nahush Paranjpye

Posted on 3月 12 2025

By Nahush Paranjpye

Published 3月 12 2025

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Marine Bunker Value Chain: Avoiding Disputes and Claims

By Gilmark DMello

Posted on 5月 26 2026

By Gilmark DMello

Published 5月 26 2026

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Navigating the Risks Behind Alternative Fuels

The IMO’s 2023 GHG Strategy pushes shipping toward net-zero by 2050 through alternative fuels, balancing emissions reductions against safety, operational and commercial challenges.

By Gilmark DMello

Posted on 1月 09 2026

By Gilmark DMello

Published 1月 09 2026

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Managing Catfines in Marine Fuels

Minimising catfines in the fuel protects the engines ensuring operational and commercial reliability.

By Gilmark DMello

Posted on 11月 17 2025

By Gilmark DMello

Published 11月 17 2025

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Bunker Procurement

Guidance on Vetting Bunker Suppliers

By Gilmark DMello

Posted on 6月 18 2025

By Gilmark DMello

Published 6月 18 2025

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Ship Recycling – Understanding the Hong Kong Convention

The Hong Kong Convention mandates safe ship recycling at authorised facilities, requiring certified hazardous material inventories and coordinated compliance with overlapping international regulations.

By Gilmark DMello

Posted on 6月 02 2025

By Gilmark DMello

Published 6月 02 2025

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Scrubber Overboard Connection Severe Corrosion - Risk Alert 83

By Steamship Mutual

Posted on 9月 09 2021

By Steamship Mutual

Published 9月 09 2021

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Good Bunkering Practice - Risk Alert 75

By Steamship Mutual

Posted on 3月 15 2021

By Steamship Mutual

Published 3月 15 2021

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MARPOL Convention Electronic Record Book ERB - Risk Alert 73

By Steamship Mutual

Posted on 12月 23 2020

By Steamship Mutual

Published 12月 23 2020

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Information Notices

Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)

Awareness and Preventive Measures

By Steamship Mutual

Posted on 5月 28 2026

By Steamship Mutual

Published 5月 28 2026

Information Notices

Loss Prevention

Supporting Seafarers Through Uncertainty

Mental Health at sea amid escalating military tensions in the Middle East

By Viktoriia Glavatska

Posted on 3月 06 2026

By Viktoriia Glavatska

Published 3月 06 2026

Loss Prevention

Information Notices

Notice on Collision Risks with Fishing Vessels in Coastal Waters - China

By Loss Prevention

Posted on 3月 03 2026

By Loss Prevention

Published 3月 03 2026

Information Notices

Articles

You cannot stipulate Arbitration in a Jones Act employment contract...Or can you?

In Aaron Trejo v. Sea Harvest, the court ruled that the arbitrator should decide the enforceability of an arbitration clause in the employment contract, leading to a defense verdict. This case underscores the increasing enforcement of arbitration agreements in maritime disputes.

By Paul Brewer

Posted on 11月 13 2024

By Paul Brewer

Published 11月 13 2024

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US Limitation of Liability Act: Meeting the Covered Small Passenger Boat Exception

By Genevieve Holloway

Posted on 4月 16 2026

By Genevieve Holloway

Published 4月 16 2026

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Zone of Danger!

Following the COVID-19 pandemic there was a wealth of litigation in the US, including claims for negligent infliction of emotional distress (“NIED”).

By Stephanie Hayward

Posted on 1月 04 2024

By Stephanie Hayward

Published 1月 04 2024

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The Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers

PHILIPPINES – The Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers / Republic Act # 12021

New Seafarer Protection Law effective from 11th October 2024

Tony Nicholson - Chair of the IG's Philippine Working Group

By Tony Nicholson

Posted on 10月 10 2024

By Tony Nicholson

Published 10月 10 2024

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Philippine Crew Claims “Compliance is Key” - the procedural requirements of the 120/240 days Rule

Philippine Crew Claims “Compliance is Key” - the procedural requirements of the 120/240 days Rule. What is the impact of the 120/240 days Rule in Philippine Crew Claims? Darren Heppel writes on the importance of compliance with procedural requirements in Philippine crew claims.

By Darren Heppel

Posted on 1月 24 2024

By Darren Heppel

Published 1月 24 2024

Articles

Should we take the luggage?

By Stephanie Hayward

Posted on 8月 10 2018

By Stephanie Hayward

Published 8月 10 2018

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PEME Scheme

Pre-Employment Medical Examination is to protect the long-term health and well-being of seafarers.

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Mental Health Partnership

Seafarers are critical to world trade and their well-being is an issue of paramount importance.

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Rules & Covers

Find out more on key features and covers related to Cruise & Ferry.

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Paul Brewer

Head of Claims, Americas Syndicate

Direct Tel:

+44 (0)20 7650 6653

Mobile:

+44 (0) 7887943992

Email: [email protected]

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Genevieve Holloway

Claims Director

Direct Tel:

+44 (0)20 7650 6521

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Sarah Chase

Head of Underwriting, Americas Syndicate

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+44 (0)20 7650 6603

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+44 (0) 7780667348

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Victoria Nash

Underwriting Manager

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+44 (0)20 7650 6629

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+44 (0) 7936934799

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Taslim Imad

Loss Prevention Manager

Direct Tel:

+44 (0) 20 7650 6627

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+44 (0) 7787514761

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Viktoriia Glavatska

Loss Prevention Executive

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+44 (0)20 7650 6496

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+44 (0) 7787514274

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Cruise & Ferry Insights

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Shore Excursions and Third-Party Liability

Beyond the Inspection: Rethinking Port State Control

Mooring: routine, familiar… but ever truly safe?

Watertight Doors – Crew Safety and Crushing Risks

Adverse Weather - Considerations when in or near a Port

Marine Bunker Value Chain: Avoiding Disputes and Claims

Navigating the Risks Behind Alternative Fuels

Managing Catfines in Marine Fuels

Bunker Procurement

Ship Recycling – Understanding the Hong Kong Convention

Scrubber Overboard Connection Severe Corrosion - Risk Alert 83

Good Bunkering Practice - Risk Alert 75

MARPOL Convention Electronic Record Book ERB - Risk Alert 73

Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)

Supporting Seafarers Through Uncertainty

Notice on Collision Risks with Fishing Vessels in Coastal Waters - China

You cannot stipulate Arbitration in a Jones Act employment contract...Or can you?

US Limitation of Liability Act: Meeting the Covered Small Passenger Boat Exception

Zone of Danger!

The Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers

Philippine Crew Claims “Compliance is Key” - the procedural requirements of the 120/240 days Rule

Should we take the luggage?

PEME Scheme

Mental Health Partnership

Rules & Covers

Key Contacts

Paul Brewer

Genevieve Holloway

Sarah Chase

Victoria Nash

Taslim Imad

Viktoriia Glavatska