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West makes strong progress with combined ratio of 96.7%
16 May, 2023
Insurer’s performance driven by a successful renewal, improved claims performance and historically low levels of Pool claims in 2022.
ICS Publish Coronavirus Guidelines
05 Mar, 2020
In response to the global Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has produced a set of guidelines to help shipping companies comply with the advice previously issued...
Floating storage of oil cargoes
30 Apr, 2020
Due to a combination of circumstances there is now a worldwide shortage of storage space ashore for both unrefined and refined oil products of all types. As such there is a now growing demand for oil...
No.3 2025/26 - Sanctions Update - Yemen trading and support for the Houthi terrorist network
25 Apr, 2025
This Notice provides information in conjunction with U.S. State Department spokesperson Mrs. Tammy Bruce’s recent press statement on the United States’ position regarding support to terrorist organizations,...
On the Horizon – EU/ UK Emissions Trading System (ETS) has included Shipping in 2024/2026
11 Dec, 2023
Starting from 1 January 2024, the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) has undergone changes to include maritime emissions. This system is a legislative scheme implemented by the European Union (EU) to...
No.6 2024/25 - Annual General Meeting and updates to the Club's Privacy policy
17 Jun, 2024
NOTICE is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of The West of England Ship Owners Mutual Insurance Association (Luxembourg) (hereafter “The Association”) will be held at the Hotel...
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...
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...
MLC Amendments to enter into force on 23 December 2024
04 Nov, 2024
Amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention adopted by the Special Tripartite Committee in June 2022 will enter into force on 23 December 2024. These will help to provide further protection to seafarers,...
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,...