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A draft dilemma

13/01/2026

A draft dilemma

A ship was proceeding to the discharge port. The agent at the discharge port advised the shipper that the maximum draft was 40ft. As this ship was just under 41ft it made an interim call to unload some cargo.

Stay afloat: The importance of conducting due diligence for ship agents

13/01/2026

Stay afloat: The importance of conducting due diligence for ship agents

ITIC knows that ship agents work in a fast-paced environment and often need to make quick decisions before a ship’s call. Commercial pressures can make it tempting to move forward without carrying out basic checks.

The Wire: focus on Spain

13/01/2026

The Wire: focus on Spain

The latest edition of ITIC’s The Wire spotlights Spain, a market where ITIC has been a trusted insurance partner for ship agents since the 1980s.

Press release: ITIC warns of rising payment fraud after US$200,000 crew settlement intercepted

12/01/2026

Press release: ITIC warns of rising payment fraud after US$200,000 crew settlement intercepted

P&I correspondent was managing a sensitive crew claim settlement when a third party intercepted email communications and began impersonating several individuals involved in the process, including members of the deceased’s family.

We are hiring! ITIC is looking for a Senior Claims & Underwriting Executive – Marine & Transport Sector

07/01/2026

We are hiring! ITIC is looking for a Senior Claims & Underwriting Executive – Marine & Transport Sector

We are looking for a driven, energetic individual to take this role and make it their own, within a successful environment.

A lorry drives down a bridge with green trees and glistening water ahead. This image is the cover of a publication

07/01/2026

Loss Prevention year in focus 2025

From the launch of a new Port Authority bulletin to the latest loss prevention on freight crime in America, a year in focus 2025 takes a look back over the last 12 months in what's been another productive year promoting safety, security and sustainability throughout the global supply chain. 
Christmas and New Year - Office Closure

23/12/2025

Christmas and New Year - Office Closure

Office closures and emergency contacts during the festive period.

Dangerous Goods - Class 1

12/12/2025

Dangerous goods quick reference guide - Class 1: Explosive substances and articles

Class 1: Explosive substances and articles. Dangerous goods include explosive substances and articles that pose risks such as property damage, cargo damage, injury, environmental harm, insurance invalidation, and potential criminal prosecution. This quick reference guide demonstrates which cargoes fall under this class and the dos and do nots for packing, storing, and transporting, plus helpful guidance to keep your operations and employees safe.