Marine Insurance and Maritime Claims Management Training Course

Marine insurance stands as one of the oldest and most sophisticated branches of risk management, providing the financial protection that underpins global trade by sea. Every voyage carries exposure to loss, damage, and liability, whether from adverse weather, collision, cargo damage, or third-party claims, making a strong grasp of marine insurance principles and claims handling procedures essential for anyone operating within the maritime and shipping industry. This specialized training course examines the structure of marine insurance markets, the role of Protection and Indemnity (P&I) clubs, hull and machinery coverage, cargo insurance, and the practical processes involved in managing and settling maritime claims. This course is through the Marine Insurance and Maritime Claims Management Training Course, a program built to equip participants with both the theoretical foundations and the practical skills needed to assess risk, interpret policy wordings, and manage claims efficiently within a complex international legal and commercial environment. Throughout the program, trainees explore how insurers, shipowners, cargo interests, and legal advisors interact across the claims lifecycle, gaining the confidence to handle disputes, negotiate settlements, and apply best practices in loss prevention and risk mitigation.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental principles and structure of marine insurance markets.
• Explain the role and function of Protection and Indemnity (P&I) clubs in covering third-party liabilities.
• Distinguish between hull and machinery insurance, cargo insurance, and freight insurance.
• Interpret key clauses and terms commonly used in marine insurance policies.
• Identify the categories of maritime claims and the procedures for their assessment and settlement.
• Apply the principles of general average and its impact on cargo and hull claims.
• Evaluate the process of surveying, adjusting, and documenting maritime losses.
• Manage disputes between insurers, shipowners, and cargo interests through negotiation and legal channels.
• Apply risk mitigation and loss prevention strategies within maritime operations.

Target Group

This course is designed for a wide range of professionals working in the maritime, shipping, and insurance sectors, including:

• Marine insurance underwriters and brokers.
• Claims handlers and loss adjusters working with maritime cases.
• Shipowners, ship operators, and fleet managers.
• Legal advisors and consultants specializing in maritime and insurance law.
• P&I club correspondents and risk management professionals.
• Cargo owners, freight forwarders, and logistics providers.
• Bank and finance professionals involved in maritime asset financing.
• Anyone seeking to build expertise in marine insurance and claims management.