Authored articles
30/10/2025
Welcome to the 53rd edition of the Claims Review
This year, ITIC proudly marked its 100-year anniversary with a celebratory event held at Christ Church Spitalfields.
30/10/2025
Dire straits
A commercial manager recently submitted a claim to ITIC after a routing oversight led to a significant financial loss on a coal voyage from Australia to Brazil.
30/10/2025
Shifting the blame
A ship agent was requested to assist a ship in a scheduled discharge of cargo during a routine port call.
30/10/2025
Container problem contained
A liner agent acted for two different operators (A and B). They were instructed by operator A to arrange the movement of 20 of their empty containers from the storage facility to be loaded onto a ship for a ballast voyage.
30/10/2025
Approximate cause
This claim highlights the critical importance of timely and accurate communication, especially when handling contractual notices.
30/10/2025
Fishing for answers: When a faulty survey nets a claim
A marine surveyor was engaged by the buyer of a tuna fishing ship to survey the ship to confirm that it met the standards of the relevant maritime safety authority.
30/10/2025
Clause and effect
A naval architect was contracted to design a small mooring system for a nearby marina. The project was completed and the mooring installed, but during a period of strong tidal flow, the mooring failed.
30/10/2025
Claim compromised after crew fatality
A P&I correspondent, was appointed by a P&I Club to manage a sensitive crew claim following the death of a seafarer onboard.