

NorthStandard has announced a new and expanded strategic partnership with Noord Nederlandsche P&I Club (NNPC) that builds upon the previous long-standing and successful arrangements between the two mutual insurers.The formal partnership confirms NorthStandard as NNPC’s exclusive reinsurer and supports NNPC’s growth...
A new report published by DNV reveals that the majority (61%) of maritime professionals believe the industry should accept increased cyber risk from digitalization if it enables innovation and new technologies. The sector’s appetite to take on emerging risks arising from digital transformation is notably higher than other...
The return of higher claim volumes during 2024, increased exposure to larger claims, and continuing supply chain volatility have persuaded NorthStandard to adopt a precautionary 5% general increase in its 2025-26 premiums.The announcement comes as NorthStandard forecasts a net combined ratio in excess of 110% for the insurance year...
ClassNK has granted its ‘ELW (HP)’ (Excellent Living and Working Environment (Hydroponics)) notation to ‘ROYAL LAUREL’, a bulk carrier owned by Tokei Kaiun Ltd. The vessel becomes the first in ClassNK registry to have the ‘ELW (HP)’.It is expected that efforts to improve working conditions that...
The Federation of National Associations of Ship Brokers and Agents (FONASBA) has held its annual meeting in Athens, Greece. The meeting brings together key players from the shipping value chain in a spirit of collaboration to discuss best practice and help shape the future of the industry. This year’s event, which was hosted...
Record-breaking numbers of cadets and ratings from across the globe have attended the 2024 Sailors’ Society’s cadet conferences.The four virtual interactive events held for North and South East Asia, Africa, and this month for the UK and Europe, explored wellness and mental health with a focus on key and current issues...