NAICOM and Ghana Team Up to Boost Marine Insurance in West Africa

To enhance intra-African cooperation, the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has partnered with Ghana’s insurance regulatory authority. This collaboration aims to improve marine insurance practices in West Africa through knowledge sharing and regulatory harmonization, fostering local marine insurance coverage in Ghana and strengthening ties for a unified market attractive to global reinsurers.

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Report Reveals Rising Claim Costs and Trends in Hull and Machinery Coverage

The Nordic Association of Marine Insurers (Cefor) recently released its 2024 hull and machinery coverage report, revealing a surge in claim costs per vessel post-pandemic. Major claims exceeding $50 million increased by 22% compared to previous years, attributed to the industry’s shift towards larger vessels. Machinery damage, fires, and collisions were highlighted as leading causes of losses.

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Growing Support for IMO’s Decarbonization Goals

The Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance has released its third annual disclosure report, showing growing support for the IMO’s decarbonization goals. Nine signatories and nine affiliate members across ten countries are committed to sustainability and risk management in the marine insurance sector. The report highlights efforts to align operations with global emission reduction targets.

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Sailing Ahead with India's Strategic Moves in the Global Maritime Arena

Weekly News Roundup: Sailing Ahead with India’s Strategic Moves in the Global Maritime Arena

This week’s editorial highlights India’s maritime advancements from 07 to 13 October 2024, including its re-election to the IMO Council and collaborative icebreaker construction with Russia. Key topics include maritime safety improvements, sustainable shipping innovations, and environmental initiatives, positioning India as a pivotal player in the global maritime landscape.

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Ukrainian coast guard patrols the "grain corridor" in the Black Sea. REUTERS/Thomas Peter

The difficulties of war risk insurance following the Russia-Ukraine conflict

Burkhard Fischer, Chairman of the Association of Accident Regulators, addressed the challenges faced by the shipping industry post the Russian-Ukrainian war. The unexpected conflict left many vessels stranded, triggering debates on the need to review low war risk insurance premiums. Fischer emphasized the unique circumstances of each case in navigating these unprecedented challenges.

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