James Ng, Loss Prevention Officer, hosted the webinar on Navigating Security Challenges. With security threats remaining a significant concern for shipowners, this webinar explored industry best practices and how the Club can support Members. Other speakers included: Max Williams, COO, Africa Risk Compliance Limited LCDR Debashish Sunil Roychoudhary, India ILO (Information Fusion Centre) Ong Xinyi, … Continue reading BRITANNIA LOSS PREVENTION WEBINAR: NAVIGATING SECURITY CHALLENGES

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionise the shipping sector, promising increased efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability. However, as with any transformative technology, the integration of AI into shipping presents a complex array of benefits and challenges. WHAT IS AI?  First, it is important to understand what AI is and what capabilities it has. The … Continue reading THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) IN SHIPPING

Shipowners face a number of challenges when operating vessels in areas with geopolitical tensions. Navigating through such regions requires careful planning, risk assessment, and adherence to local and international regulations. Before entering an area with high-risk tensions or conflicts it is recommended to always notify the Club’s underwriting department. In addition, the Joint War Committee … Continue reading OPERATING IN AREAS WITH ONGOING GEOPOLITICAL TENSIONS OR CONFLICTS

Brazil’s strategic position in South America, with an extensive coastline and numerous ports, renders it a prime choice for drug trafficking organisations seeking to transport illicit drugs to lucrative markets in Europe, North America, and other regions across the globe. The use of maritime ships for drug smuggling in Brazil is a complex and evolving … Continue reading MARITIME DRUG SMUGGLING & TRAFFICKING IN BRAZIL – IMPLICATIONS FOR SHIP OWNERS AND CREW

The Britannia Loss Prevention team hosted its latest webinar, Piracy and Armed Robbery, on Wednesday 16 May 2023.  The webinar was hosted by Charlie Cooper, Loss Prevention Manager, Britannia P&I, and provided valuable insights into the latest trends and developments, as well as effective strategies for mitigating the risks. Piracy and armed robbery continues to pose … Continue reading BRITANNIA LOSS PREVENTION WEBINAR: PIRACY AND ARMED ROBBERY

When ports are congested and there is no suitable anchorage available, ships may need to drift offshore while waiting for a berth.  In recent years it seems that ports have become more congested and so there has been an increased number of ships drifting offshore.  This drifting, which may seem straightforward, can involve risks.  In … Continue reading SHIP DIRFTING OFFSHORE BEST PRACTICE. LOCATION, TRAFFIC, WEATHER AND MORE

Keeping the crew safe is the highest priority. This guidance provides valuable advice as to how security measures can be implemented to increase the onboard safety and takes into account industry best practices

A ship may be the target of smugglers seeking to use it for transporting their illegal substances. This guidance provides valuable advice on preventing your ship unintentionally becoming a part of an illegal smuggling operation

Piracy remains one of the main security threats and these articles helps understand the impact piracy has on the shipping industry from an insurance perspective, and the efforts taken to try and mitigate the risk