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LOSS PREVENTION INSIGHT – ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING CARGO VENTILATION
Published: 26 February 2025
Loss prevention insight on tanker ship coatings outlining the primary types of tank coatings, their basic properties and limitations.
CHN (SMIP) CHN (TRAD) JPNRISK WATCH – FEBRUARY 2025
Published: 10 February 2025
This edition of Risk Watch cover best practices and risks in onboard blending and commingling of liquid bulk cargoes, ballast water management updates, enhancing emergency response at sea with automated external defibrillators and developments in leg...
CREW WATCH – DECEMBER 2024
Published: 10 December 2024
This edition covers a range of critical topics that highlight the importance of health, safety and wellbeing in the maritime industry. From insights into preventing dropped object injuries to a deep dive into the latest amendments to the Maritime Lab...
RISK WATCH – OCTOBER 2024
Published: 10 October 2024
This edition of Risk Watch covers maritime topics including GNSS jamming, FuelEU regulations, mental health strategies for seafarers, and best practices for handling high-value cargo.
CREW WATCH – SEPTEMBER 2024
Published: 16 September 2024
In this edition... Advice Harbour Tug Assistance Understanding & Preventing Girting Safety Enhancing Bridge Visibility Wellbeing Protecting Hearing at Sea Essential Measures for Seafarers Health Managing and Preventing Chronic Conditions at Sea ...
LOSS PREVENTION INSIGHT – ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO TANKER SHIP COATINGS – TYPES, MAINTENANCE AND BEST PRACTICES
Published: 28 August 2024
Loss prevention insight on tanker ship coatings outlining the primary types of tank coatings, their basic properties and limitations.
JPNLOSS PREVENTION INSIGHT – ALTERNATIVE FUELS – AMMONIA AN OVERVIEW FOR THE MARITIME SECTOR
Published: 29 July 2024
Loss prevention insight on alternative fuels, focusing on ammonia.
CHN (SMIP) CHN (TRAD) JPNMARITIME ANTI-CORRUPTION NETWORK (MACN) – MACN GOES FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH
Published: 16 July 2024
Updated: 8 October 2024
RISK WATCH – JUNE 2024
Published: 26 June 2024
In this issue...Autonomous Shipping, Loss Prevention, Cyber Resilience, Deck Cargoes, Malaria at Sea, Finger Injuries and Legal Cases
ATLANTIC HURRICANE SEASON 2024 – WARNING TO SEAFARERS
Published: 18 June 2024
The Atlantic hurricane season starts on 1 June and ends on 30 November. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts an above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. NOAA is forecasting …
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Published: 29 May 2024
Loss prevention insight on alternative fuels, focusing on liquefied natural gas (LNG).
JPN CHN (SMIP) CHN (TRAD)CREW WATCH – MAY 2024
Published: 9 May 2024
In this edition... A guide to shipowners on navigating flag etiquette Stella Maris and its invaluable support to seafarers worldwide Hidden dangers of poor dental hygiene Prioritising head protection at sea Mooring operations new regulations Ma...
LOSS PREVENTION INSIGHT – ALTERNATIVE FUELS – METHANOL AN OVERVIEW FOR THE MARITIME SECTOR
Published: 29 April 2024
Loss prevention insight on alternative fuels, specifically methanol and hydrogen
JPN CHN (SMIP) CHN (TRAD)LOSS PREVENTION INSIGHT – ALTERNATIVE FUELS – BIOFUELS AN OVERVIEW FOR THE MARITIME SECTOR
Published: 21 February 2024
Loss prevention insight on biofuels, specifically highlighting Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME) and Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (HVO)
JPNRISK WATCH – FEBRUARY 2024
Published: 14 February 2024
In this issue... Safe Carriage of Alternative Fuel Vehicle, AI, Gepolitical Tensions or Conficts, Britannia Group Introduces Your Excellent Health Service, Wind Assisted Propulsion, Carriage of Energy Storage Units Lithium Ion Batteries, Drug Smu...
LOSS PREVENTION INSIGHT – CRANE INCIDENTS AN OVERVIEW FOR THE MARITIME SECTOR
Published: 30 January 2024
Loss prevention insight on the importance of inspection, maintenance, and certification of cranes on ships for safe and efficient operations.
JPN CHN (SMIP) CHN (TRAD)MARITIME ANTI-CORRUPTION NETWORK (MACN) – MACN GROWS ACROSS THE MARITIME INDUSTRY
Published: 6 December 2023
CREW WATCH – NOVEMBER 2023
Published: 27 November 2023
In this edition... The Importance of Hydration Best Practice Staying Fit at Sea Maintaining Your Fitness Bullying and Harassment on Board Advice Homesickness Coping Strategies and Tips
RISK WATCH – OCTOBER 2023
Published: 17 October 2023
In this issue... Britannia in Japan - Meet our team, Pilotage guidance, Fishing vessel claims, Seafarers hospital society - Culture of care, Underwater hull cleaning - Risk and guidance, Claims and legal - misdelivery claim and Ever Given Grounding -...
LOSS PREVENTION INSIGHT – FUMIGATION AN OVERVIEW FOR THE MARITIME SECTOR
Published: 5 October 2023
Loss prevention Insight on fumigation in general, toxicity symptoms, fire and explosion risk and preventive measures
JPN CHN (SMIP) CHN (TRAD)MARITIME ANTI-CORRUPTION NETWORK (MACN) – A DECADE OF REPORTING
Published: 14 August 2023
BSAFE ONBOARD SAFETY: DRUGS AND ALCOHOL MAY IMPAIR JUDGEMENT
Published: 8 August 2023
Updated: 18 April 2024
CREW WATCH – AUGUST 2023
Published: 7 August 2023
In this edition... Drug and Alcohol Incidents Advice for Crew, Liver Health Disease Prevention, Engine Room Fires Oil Leaks or Spills, Safe use of Power Tools - Guidelines
BRITANNIA LOSS PREVENTION WEBINAR: SURGE AND INTERACTION DAMAGE (SLIDES)
Published: 25 July 2023
BRITANNIA LOSS PREVENTION WEBINAR: STOWAWAYS AND REFUGEES (SLIDES)
Published: 2 March 2023
MARITIME ANTI-CORRUPTION NETWORK (MACN) – MACN CONTINUES TO EXPAND
Published: 22 February 2023
BRITANNIA LOSS PREVENTION WEBINAR: MAINTENANCE VERSUS CLAIMS (SLIDES)
Published: 2 December 2022
BRITANNIA LOSS PREVENTION WEBINAR: LIQUEFACTION OF SOLID BULK CARGOES – RISKS AND PRECAUTIONS (SLIDES)
Published: 29 September 2022
CONTAINER LOSS MITIGATION: OPERATIONAL GUIDANCE FOR REDUCING CONTAINER LOSSES
Published: 21 September 2022
SANCTIONS: EU’s 6TH SANCTIONS PACKAGE – EU REGULATION 833/2014 – RUSSIA – AMENDED
Published: 27 July 2022
THE IMPACT OF THE WAR IN UKRAINE ON SHIPPING
Published: 5 July 2022
RUSSIAN SANCTIONS The conflict in Ukraine has had a huge impact on shipping and global trade. Since Russia’s invasion in February 2022 a wide range of sanctions against Russian cargoes …
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Published: 29 June 2022
LOSS PREVENTION INSIGHT – PASSAGE PLANNING AN OVERVIEW FOR THE MARITIME SECTOR
Published: 11 March 2022
JPNMARITIME ANTI-CORRUPTION NETWORK (MACN) – A DECADE OF REPORTING
Published: 23 February 2022
Updated: 24 February 2022
LOSS PREVENTION INSIGHT – CARRIAGE OF RICE: AN OVERVIEW FOR THE MARITIME SECTOR
Published: 23 December 2021
JPNLOSS PREVENTION INSIGHT – CARRIAGE OF GRAIN AND OILSEED CARGOES: AN OVERVIEW FOR THE MARITIME SECTOR
Published: 9 November 2021
JPNLOSS PREVENTION GUIDANCE: UNDERSTANDING HULL FOULING
Published: 17 April 2025
Hull fouling refers to a condition when marine organisms such as barnacles, algae, and mussels attach themselves to a ship’s underwater hull surface area. When operating in tropical or seasonal …
-->THE BRITANNIA GROUP ANNOUNCES CEO SUCCESSION PLAN
Published: 17 April 2025
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 …
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Published: 11 April 2025
See also the first part of this white paper, Severe Weather and its Impact on Shipping Risks. OUR PARTNER FOR THE ISSUE Triglav Maritime provides bespoke, comprehensive consultancy services focusing …
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Published: 3 April 2025
LOSS PREVENTION GUIDANCE: PREVENTING BULK SHORTAGE CLAIMS
Published: 28 March 2025
Bulk cargo shortage claims are a common yet complex issue, they usually occur when there is a significant discrepancy between the quantity of cargo noted on the Bill of Lading …
-->BRITANNIA P&I MEMBERS’ SURVEY HIGHLIGHTS CONTINUED ENHANCEMENTS IN SERVICE EXCELLENCE AND REGIONAL SUPPORT
Published: 25 March 2025
The Britannia Group’s 2024 survey sees significant increases in satisfaction with 92% of Members recommending the Club. Britannia P&I Club is delighted to announce the results of its Members’ Survey, …
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