This unique qualification programme has been designed by cargo insurance specialists to offer an exclusive opportunity to deep dive into key concepts of this class of business.
Gain insights into contracts of affreightment, international programmes, coverage extensions, ESG/sustainability, and geopolitics:
— Delivered by top level industry experts
— Opportunity to learn & network
— Comprehensive overview for senior underwriters
— 3.5 days programme including two evening events
— Limited spaces available
This unique qualification programme has been designed by cargo insurance specialists to offer an exclusive opportunity to deep dive into key concepts of this class of business.
Gain insights into contracts of affreightment, international programmes, coverage extensions, ESG/sustainability, and geopolitics:
— Delivered by top level industry experts
— Opportunity to learn & network
— Comprehensive overview for senior underwriters
— 3.5 days programme including two evening events
— Limited spaces available
Module A: Contracts of affreightment
- Introduction to carriage of goods
- Contracts of carriage
- Sea freight
- Air freight
- Case study
Module B: International programmes
- Definition & key actors
- Putting together an international programme
- Structure of international programmes
- Non-admitted policy: “Non-Admitted but Permitted” vs “Non-Admitted Non Permitted”
- Local policies – insurance conditions / critical topics
- Financial interest – DIC/DIL – Reverse DIC: Additional clauses to master policy
- Insurance premium taxes
- Local policies reinsurance
- Group exercise: Master DIC/DIL coverage on local policy loss
Module C: Coverage extensions
- Static cover storage misappropriation
- Brands / control of damaged goods
- Understanding clauses
- Case study: Clause wordings
- Understanding frequently used non-institute clauses including their interpretations and implications
Module D: Loss prevention and claims & ESG/sustainability
- Loss prevention and claims
- Change of insured assets
- Sustainability of clients and industries
- ESG issues with impact on marine insurance
- Relevant ESG initiatives & legislation
Module E: Geopolitical aspects
Security threats to shipping
Sanctions, Protectionism & War risks
- Current rules and regulations
- Due diligence
- Trade credit rejection risk
- Risks when breaching sanctions
Plus: Site visit & networking
- Lloyd’s of London
- Meeting with representatives of Lloyd’s Market Association & Joint Cargo Committee
- Special dinner with high-level keynote speeches
- Networking reception
Module C: Dr Jennifer Lavelle, Senior Associate, Clyde & Co
Dr Jennifer Lavelle is a Senior Associate and Marine Claims and Policy Specialist at Clyde & Co LLP. She specialises in providing marine and non-marine policy coverage advice to major international insurers and trading companies worldwide. Jennifer also handles recovery claims in arbitration and in court in the UK and abroad. She has a Ph.D. in commercial law and researched and taught various commercial and maritime law subjects at the University of Southampton before joining Clyde & Co., contributing to Merkin, Marine Insurance Legislation (5th edition) and Clarke (ed.), Maritime Law Evolving. She is currently assisting John Dunt in updating the third edition of Marine Cargo Insurance.
Module E: Neil Roberts, Head of Marine & Aviation, Lloyd’s Market Association
Neil Roberts has worked in the London insurance market since 1985. He is Head of Marine and Aviation for the Lloyd’s Market Association and acts as London market liaison with the wider maritime services community, at both commercial and government levels, on technical and maritime security issues. He is secretary to IUMI’s Ocean Hull Committee and chairs the IUMI Policy Forum.
The course is suitable for senior practicing underwriters and senior cargo claims professionals with significant experience who want to gain a greater knowledge of their class of business. The programme is also suitable for experienced maritime professionals with an interest in marine insurance such as brokers, insurance managers, surveyors, etc.
The programme will help delegates to acquire new insights and to expand their knowledge in key concepts and topics relevant to senior underwriters and claims professionals:
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- Contracts of affreightment
- International programmes
- Coverage extensions
- CAT risks/accumulation & ESG
- Geopolitical aspects
The aim of the course is to enable attendees to anticipate and navigate the more complex and challenging aspects of cargo underwriting and claims handling successfully.
IUMI members*
Early bird fee:            €2,250 + VAT (until 30 June 2026)
Regular fee:               €2,490 + VAT
*Employees of companies who are a member of one of IUMI’s member associations, employees of IUMI Professional Partners (IPPs), employees of IUMI affiliates)
Non-members
Early bird fee:            €3,000 + VAT (until 30 June 20206)
Regular fee:                           €3,490 + VAT
The participants fee covers all course materials, access to the digital learning space, refreshments throughout the day, including a mid-day lunch on each course day, one 3-course presentation dinner and a drinks reception.
Travel, accommodation and related expenses are borne by the delegates.
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