News

The Club is pleased to announce another year of strong financial results as the Club continues to deliver on its long-term strategy of sustainable growth, disciplined underwriting, and capital resilience.

As the maritime industry embraces digital transformation, smartphones and smartwatches have become common companions for seafarers. While these devices offer convenience and connectivity, their use during working hours at sea raises several operational, safety, and psychological concerns.

Emma Forbes-Gearey

Loss Prevention Officer

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:

Emma Forbes-Gearey

Loss Prevention Officer

Members will be aware of the ‘Proposed Actions’ published by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, or USTR, in February 2025 that would have widespread ramifications for the shipping industry.

Erin Walton

Assistant Corporate Director

The Club would like to draw Member’s attention to statistics recently published by Inter-manager, an NGO representing ship and crew managers, who recently submitted an analysis document to the IMO concerning the number of enclosed space accidents occurring on board vessels.

Marcus Winchester

Loss Prevention Officer