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The combined ratio for the 2025-26 financial year was 98.0%, an improvement on the prior year's 103.9%. The Club's own claims were below their expected position, and the share of Pool claims was close to the budgeted level, assisted by West's recent positive Pool performance.
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News 13 May, 2026West reports record free reserves and combined ratio of 98.0%
The combined ratio for the 2025-26 financial year was 98.0%, an improvement on the prior year's 103.9%. The Club's own claims were below their expected position, and the share of Pool claims was close to the budgeted level, assisted by West's recent positive Pool performance.
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News 11 May, 2026Flighted Spongy Moth Complex 2026
Due to the Flighted Spongy Moth’s destructive nature, particularly in countries where the pest is not indigenous, the following countries have specific procedures in place to prevent FSMC from entering their fragile eco system...
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Emma Forbes-GeareyLoss Prevention Officer -
News 08 May, 2026The Dangers of Ro-Ro Vehicle Decks
The maritime industry has witnessed a concerning pattern of safety incidents involving moving traffic on Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessel decks, highlighting persistent vulnerabilities in cargo operations that continue to pose significant risks to crew members and passengers.
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Marcus WinchesterLoss Prevention Officer
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News 23 Feb, 2026Amended [02/04]: Venezuelan sanctions - OFAC issues various new General Licenses
Following the seizure of Nicolas Maduro by the United States in January 2026, the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued a series of new General Licenses ("GLs") and accompanying FAQs that are significantly reshaping the Venezuela sanctions landscape.
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News 19 Feb, 2026Russian sanctions - due diligence requirements when carrying petroleum products to the EU
Following the entry into force of Article 3ma of Council Regulation (EU) No. 833/2014 on 21 January 2026, shipowners and operators face compliance obligations when carrying certain petroleum products into the EU.
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Tony PaulsonHead of Asia & Corporate Director
