Maritime News.
Latest maritime-related news from the UK and beyond
Bringing you a selected round-up of significant news, opinion and events involving Maritime London members and the UK shipping cluster generally, with special emphasis on the economic impact of the maritime services’ sector and its contribution to the wider national economy.
Government doubles trainee funding in SMarT move to boost UK maritime sector
More than 400 extra cadets will be trained in maritime roles every year thanks to a £15 million funding...Read More
Baltic Exchange applies changes to BDI
Following consultation with members, the Baltic Exchange will be implementing previously announced changes to the Baltic Dry Index (BDI).From 1 March 2018...Read More
Jenny Evans becomes second female to captain P&O Ferries ship
KENT local Jenny Evans has become only the second woman ever to captain a P&O Ferries ship after being promoted to the rank of Master on the Spirit...Read More
IUA Cyber Group calls for registry of claims data
The rapid growth of cyber threats has created challenges for the insurance industry in developing underwriting talent, acquiring claims data, establishing...Read More
Greek Shipping Cooperation Committee Vasilopita ceremony
Maritime London member, the Greek Shipping Cooperation Committee cut the Vasilopita cake at a traditional Greek ceremony to welcome the new year, held...Read More
New IUA report looks at liability insurance for drones
Traditional aviation insurance policies are unlikely to address all elements of emerging risks from the rapidly increasing use of drones and general liability...Read More
HRH The Princess Royal launches Warsash School of Maritime Science and Engineering
Southampton Solent University’s new £6 million home for officer cadet education and training and first...Read More
New Maritime Minister welcomes ‘Women in Maritime’ Taskforce
New Maritime Minister, Nusrat Ghani MP, has welcomed the establishment of Maritime UK’s ‘Women in Maritime’ Taskforce.Ghani, only the second woman...Read More
BMT brings in new strategy director
BMT has further strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Guy Tomlinson as Group Capability and Strategy Director.Commenting on his new...Read More
London maritime arbitration’s leading role recognised
There has been some speculation in legal and trade journals about the possible impact of Brexit on London maritime arbitration. Some of this seems to be...Read More
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