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Piracy Resurfaces - Recent Hijackings Escalate Maritime Threats in the Indian Ocean
08 Jan, 2024
The Gulf of Aden, Somalia, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean have recently witnessed a surge in maritime security concerns, particularly in the form of piracy and hijacking incidents. In a stark turn of events,...
Digital Distractions at Sea: Issues with Smartphones and Smartwatches for Seafarers
13 May, 2025
As the maritime industry embraces digital transformation, smartphones and smartwatches have become common companions for seafarers. While these devices offer convenience and connectivity, their use during...
Attacks on Shipping in the Gulf of Oman
14 Jun, 2019
Two tankers were attacked in the morning hours of 13 June 2019, in international waters just east of the Strait of Hormuz.
West visit Anglo-Eastern Ship Management
03 Nov, 2023
The Club was delighted to support our Member Anglo-Eastern Ship Management recently with the provision of training on P&I Clubs at their dedicated Maritime Training Centre in Mumbai.
Media Statement: West’s premium exceeds US$300m for the first time after successful renewal
23 Feb, 2023
London, UK, 23 February 2023 – A disciplined renewal has seen a premium increase of 9% on renewing mutual business, whilst the Club’s selective approach to growth throughout the year and at the renewal...
No.16 2022/2023 - Notice of Alteration in respect of war risk liabilities arising in Russia Ukraine
23 Dec, 2022
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in respect of the following entries:
All Comprehensive charterers entries where cover is extended to include risks under Rule 3 (B) (6)
All Non-pooled risks entered with the Association...
West A- rating, stable outlook re-affirmed by AM Best
26 Sep, 2024
West P&I has again been assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” (Excellent) by AM Best. The outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings (ratings)...
Harmonized System Nomenclature for the Classification of Goods (HS Codes)
25 Aug, 2022
The Club has received queries about the inclusion of Harmonized System Nomenclature for the classification of goods on the Bill of Lading and other shipping documentation presented by the Shipper.
Voyage Charter Parties and Bills of Lading
11 Oct, 2019
Written by Tim Davies, Senior Claims Manager and Nicola Cox, Head of Defence.
Singapore Strait - Prohibited Anchorages off the Malaysian Coast
26 Jul, 2012
Translations: Chinese Vietnamese
In recent weeks the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has targeted a number of vessels anchored in prohibited anchorages at the eastern and western ends of...