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No.3 2023/24 - Class 1 and Class 2 Policy Year Balances and Financial Position at 20 February 2023
16 May, 2023
The Report and Accounts for the year ending 20 February 2023 for The West of England Ship Owners Mutual Insurance Association (Luxembourg) were approved, on 10 May 2023, by the Board.
Barytes - Danger of Liquefaction
09 Nov, 2022
A Member’s vessel recently called at a port in China to load a cargo of barytes. Barytes (which may also be described as barites or barium sulphate) is a principal source of barium and is commonly used...
Underwater Hull Cleaning - Risks and Precautions Associated with Diving Operations
14 Apr, 2023
Underwater hull cleaning operations are critical for maintaining the performance and efficiency of a ship.
Time Charter Issues: A Case Study
03 Nov, 2021
A case study in common time charter issues including: calculating the redelivery date and final hire due, withdrawal of the vessel from charter and the effect of withdrawal down the charter chain.
Hull Coatings - A Slippery Subject
11 Aug, 2020
As far back as Roman times, lead sheathing was being used to protect ship hulls from biofouling. The practice was then revived in the 17th century, but copper sheathing was subsequently found to be more...
Strong Member backing secures another positive renewal for West
24 Feb, 2025
West is pleased to announce a successful 2025 renewal across all business lines, with premium increases exceeding the objectives set by the Board.
Cargo Tank Cleaning and Preparation Onboard Tankers: Best Practices and Guidelines
20 Dec, 2024
Tank preparation involves tank cleaning often followed by gas freeing and tank entry. This one of the most dangerous and time-consuming operations on a tanker. The task must be carefully assessed for hazards,...