Britannia P&I Club

The latest update from Africa Risk Compliance Limited (ARC) highlights a significant escalation in maritime security risks. Following U.S. airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen on 15 March 2025, tensions in the Red Sea and surrounding waters have sharply increased. The Houthis have vowed retaliation and are expected to resume attacks on merchant ships, particularly those with U.S. or Israeli links, following the collapse of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. Please refer to the ARC report for more information: https://ow.ly/mziY50Vm8oQ If you have further enquiries about the report, please contact Africa Risk Compliance at info@arcafrica.com #Shipping #MaritimeSecurity #AfricaRiskCompliance #ShippingNews #RedSea #SecurityRisks #MaritimeSafety

India’s Directorate General of Shipping has recently published “Merchant Shipping Notice No. 02 of 2025”, documenting the requirements to fit Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) on vessels. The notice explains the purpose of the new requirements, to improve seafarer welfare, safety, and security by mandating CCTV installation on vessels. Read our loss prevention update for more information: https://ow.ly/2Xyt50VkTvf #Shipping #ShippingIndustry #CCTVInstallation #VesselSafety #MarineSecurity #LossPrevention #ShippingRegulations #MaritimeUpdates

Please be advised that our Japan offices will be closed on 20 March 2025 for Vernal Equinox Day. For urgent matters please contact our 24 hour Emergency Response Line: https://ow.ly/wyeA50UWBRp #BritanniaJapan

The Britannia Singapore office hosted a seminar on 11 March on “Fuel Standard ISO 8217, rise of Biofuels & Navigating Trends in Marine Fuels”. Capt. Charles Chong, Mohanaveel Veerappa, Muhammad Mahadhir and James Ng hosted the seminar alongside VPS Singapore: Rahul Choudhuri and Alvin Goh. Thank you to all the Members that attended: Swire Shipping, Petredec Group, Komaya, Sea Shipping & Chartering, TMI Shipping Services, Tai Chong Cheang Steamship Co. (H.K.) Limited, TORM, Agricore Shipping Singapore, Berge Bulk, Shi Wei Navigation, Singa Star and MMSL. #Shipping #VPS #Fuel #Bunker #ISO8217 #BioBlend #AlternativeFuel #MarineFuels #Biofuels #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #ESG #Singapore #Maritime #Seafarers #Dispute #Contamination #MaritimeSG #BritanniaSG #ShipInsurance #Claims Dabiru Venkatraman, Saifullah AKM

A recent Intercargo report highlighted cargo liquefaction as the greatest contributor to loss of life at sea in the preceding decade. Cargo liquefaction is dangerous because in certain cases it occurs without warning, leading to a rapid loss of stability and hampering the crew’s ability to evacuate and survive. Read our loss prevention guidance to understand liquefaction and dynamic separation in solid bulk cargoes: https://ow.ly/ml6E50Vhbvz #Shipping #CargoLiquefaction #LossPrevention #BulkCargo #CargoSafety #Liquefaction #Maritime

Our correspondents, McLeans-WAMS, are reporting an increasing number of fines issued by the Djibouti Port Authorities against vessels caught releasing black smokes in the Djibouti atmosphere. Further information can be found here: https://ow.ly/X2A150VhUK9 #Shipping #DjiboutiPort #PortAuthorities #ShippingIndustry #EnvironmentalRegulations #MaritimeSafety

We have been advised by our correspondents, BRAZIL P&I, that more than 5.2 tons of cocaine were seized at the Port of Santos in 2024. This figure represents the sum of 13 enforcement operations carried out by the Federal Revenue Service at the Santos dock. While drug traffickers seek new ways to conceal criminal exports, authorities are tightening regulations and using technology to combat crime. The authorities also identified some new trends, common strategies used by criminal organisations and provide recommended preventive measures. Details can be found in this circular: https://ow.ly/GGOI50Vgvfs #Shipping #DrugEnforcement #PortSecurity #MaritimeSafety #DrugTrafficking #CrimePrevention #SantosPort

Jacob Damgaard, Head of Loss Prevention at Britannia P&I, alongside Capt. Simon Hodgkinson, Global Head of Loss Prevention at West, will be speaking at Marine Insurance London in a fireside chat on a critical industry issue: the rising number of engine fire claims. While poor-quality engines can sometimes be a factor, human error remains a significant cause. The discussion will explore: - Why these incidents are increasing - The impact of cutting training budgets - The risks of downsizing crew as automation advances. Find more details and register here: https://ow.ly/5xGk50VguUX #MarineInsurance #MarineSafety #InsuranceIndustry #ShipSafety #EngineFireClaims #LossPrevention

We are pleased to announce that our Loss Prevention Manager, Capt. Charles Chong will be moderating the "My Ship is Hacked!" session at Sea Asia Conference 2025 on 27 March 2025. This session will delve into the evolving cyber threat landscape in the maritime industry, addressing challenges in implementing effective cybersecurity practices and exploring collaborative strategies between ship operators and onshore teams. Sea Asia 2025 brings together industry leaders to discuss and address critical issues facing the maritime sector. For more information and to register, visit the Sea Asia 2025 conference agenda: sea-asia.com. Informa Markets Stefanie Claire T. Shi Min THAM #SeaAsia2025 #CyberSecurity #MaritimeIndustry #LossPrevention #MaritimeSecurity

Loss Prevention Manager, Capt. Charles Chong from Britannia P&I presented during Campbell Shipping - Campbell Bulk - Campbell Cruise & Yachts - Campbell Maritime Investments’s annual seminar in Mumbai on 28 February 2025. His sessions highlighted real-life case studies on pilotage, drug and smuggling issues, effective mitigation measures on cargo shortage claims, and the importance of evidence collection. The seminar was well attended by officers, ratings and office staff and provided a fantastic opportunity to interact with others in the industry. #CampbellShipping #seafarers #LossPrevention #MaritimeSafety #Wellbeing #Collaboration #Culture #ShippingIndustry #India #Campbell #Seafarers #SafetyTraining #MaritimeTraining #Shipping Lekhak Thapa Capt. Rajesh Dhadwal