Ship owners, operators and charterers must address potential risks when loading Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBCs), or ‘jumbo bags’ containing dry chemicals.
News Alerts
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30 July 2025
21 July 2025
Members and Assureds whose vessels are bound for ports in China should note the latest update regarding the distribution of fish farms affecting approaches to various ports in China.
19 June 2025
The London P&I Club is pleased to announce that our 2024/25 Financial Year Results are now available to read.
8 May 2025
In light of the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan concerning the Kashmir region, Assureds should note the directive from the Government of India instituting a prohibition of cargo originating in/exported from Pakistan
7 May 2025
The Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum (VCSF) publishes its second industry good practice guidelines entitled ‘Fire Response – High Level Guidelines’.
28 March 2025
As mentioned in previous News Alerts concerning Brazilian immigration controls there is a visa exemption for Chinese crew serving on board Chinese flagged vessels.
25 February 2025
Statement from Reto Toggwiler, Chief Underwriting Officer. The London Club is starting the new P&I year following a positive renewal.
31 January 2025
Members and Assureds who have vessels carrying dangerous goods to and/or from Chinese ports should note that the Ministry of Transport in China
19 December 2024
The International Group Pooling and Group Excess of Loss Reinsurance contract structure for the 2025/2026 policy year has now been finalised.
3 December 2024
S&P Global Ratings has upgraded London P&I Club’s outlook to Stable following a notably strong period of improved operating performance that has strengthened the Club’s capital position. S&P Global has also reaffirmed the Club’s long-term financial strength rating as ‘BBB’.