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West P&I Club announces robust 2020/21 annual result
14 May, 2021
Despite Covid-19, the West’s capital position remains strong; in excess of S&P’s ‘AAA’ benchmarkThe West’s reputation continues to grow with excellent Member retentionThe West recorded a positive investment...
US Transportation Decarbonization
25 Jan, 2023
Earlier this month the Biden Administration released the US National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization which sets out a comprehensive strategy to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
Nickel Ore Cargoes - Another Vessel Lost
03 Jan, 2025
Following the publication of Notice to Members No.23 2010/2011 “Dangers of Carrying Nickel Ore from Indonesia, New Caledonia and the Philippines”, another vessel carrying nickel ore has sunk with heavy...
New Loss Prevention Bulletin Published - Crane Slewing Gear Maintenance and Rocking Tests
25 Mar, 2021
Incidents continue due to pedestal crane slewing gear's failure because of bearing wear, often leading to damage to equipment, cargo, significant repair delays and in events of catastrophic bearing failures,...
West's Head of Defence speaks on BIMCO's war risks webinar
14 Jul, 2025
On Wednesday 9 July, Nicola Cox, WEST’s Head of Defence claims, spoke at BIMCO’s webinar on BIMCO’s 2025 War Risks clauses for time and voyage charter parties.
The Use of Mobile Phones and Handheld Data Devices
02 Jan, 2025
A Safety Advisory has been published by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) regarding the use of mobile phones, smart phones and handheld text and email messaging devices. It was issued as a result of...
On the Horizon - Waypoints Issue 04
24 May, 2023
With a continually evolving regulatory landscape, shipowners and maritime operators must ensure that they keep an eye on the IMO circulars and other
materials to guarantee they keep fully abreast of forthcoming...
Onboard Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage: A Promising Solution for Maritime Decarbonisation
01 Aug, 2024
The maritime industry, responsible for approximately 3% of global CO2 emissions, is under increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has set ambitious...
West's strong financial performance continues
28 Oct, 2019
20 August 2019: The Club’s capital has remained stable over the first half of 2019, with the Free Reserve forecast to increase to US$312 million.