UK P&I Club - Circulars

On 23 April 2026, the Council of the European Union adopted its 20th package of restrictive measures against Russia, amending Regulation (EU) 833/2014 and Regulation (EU) 269/2014. These measures were …

Notice is hereby given to all Members that, in accordance with the Club’s Terms and Conditions, the Club has resolved to amend its Charterer’s Liability, Fixed Premium and Offshore Terms …

Extension of Cover for War Liabilities in the Persian/Arabian Gulf - War Notice of Cancellation - Strait of Hormuz Due to rising hostilities, the Club’s reinsurers have notified the Club …

Update on Merger Discussions and Management Company Proposal Further to the announcement in November 2025 that the UK P&I Club and TT Club had entered into merger discussions, the Boards …

War Notice of Cancellation – Strait of Hormuz Due to rising hostilities, the Club’s reinsurers have notified the Club that they are issuing a 24-hour Notice of Cancellation effective from …

Members are advised that the Club issued 72 hours’ Notice of Cancellation from Midnight GMT Saturday 28th February 2026, effective Midnight GMT Tuesday 3nd March in respect of War Risks …

The UK Club Directors recently met in Edinburgh. The Directors participated in a Cyber Risk workshop presented by independent expert Rachel Higham - Rachel has a wealth of experience as …

Outline Limit on Special War Risks P&I cover for 2026 policy year remains US$500 million with an exclusion of cover in respect of perils in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, together …

This circular summarises the IOPC Funds’ updated guidance for member states on the definition of “ship” under the 1992 Civil Liability Convention, highlights the Bow Jubail case that led to …

The International Group has released the GXL renewal rates for the 2026/7 policy year. Cover has been extended by a further $250m, raising the overall RI limit (including overspill) to …

Outline A Special General Meeting of The United Kingdom Mutual Steam Ship Assurance Association Limited will be held on 20th January 2026 in London. Papers for the Meeting are enclosed. …

This circular provides an overview of new EU, UK, and US sanctions against Russia introduced in October 2025, focusing on energy sector restrictions, expanded export controls, and increased measures against …

The Board and Members’ Committee of the Club convened in Shanghai this week for a series of very productive meetings. The topics discussed were wide ranging, covering the state of …

Governance The UK P&I Club was established in 1869 when the association of ship owners was formed. We are committed to maintaining rigorous governance standards to ensure the continuous delivery …

This Club Circular outlines an important requirement under mutual P&I cover, effective from 20 February 2026, for Members to preserve rights of recourse in contracts for the carriage of dangerous …

Governance The UK P&I Club was established in 1869 when the association of ship owners was formed. We are committed to maintaining rigorous governance standards to ensure the continuous delivery …

Governance The UK P&I Club was established in 1869 when the association of ship owners was formed. We are committed to maintaining rigorous governance standards to ensure the continuous delivery …

The UK P&I Club's Board of Directors concluded a productive set of meetings in Berlin culminating in a full Member's Committee meeting on 10 February 2025. Financial update The pool, …

This Circular highlights recent key sanctions imposed against Russia by the EU and the UK EU adopts 16th Sanctions Package against Russia On 24 February 2025, the EU adopted the …

Introduction Direct reduced iron (DRI) in various forms is described in the International Maritime Sold Bulk Cargo (IMSBC) Code, (hereinafter, the Code). The latest addition, which becomes a mandatory part …

Update to Circular dated 13th March 2025 regarding the recent sanctions against Russia: EU FAQs related to the Infrastructure Transaction Ban (Article 5ae of Council Regulation EU no. 833/2014) We …

This Circular provides information in conjunction with US State Department spokesperson Mrs Tammy Bruce’s recent press statement on the United States’ position regarding support to terrorist organisations, such as the …

The UK P&I Club’s Board of Directors concluded a productive set of meetings in Athens culminating in a full Members’ Committee meeting on 19 May 2025. Financial performance The Board …

This circular provides an overview of the latest U.S. sanctions on Iran, based on publications from the U.S. Department of State and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). On …

The Inter-Club New York Produce Exchange Agreement (the ICA), which was originally formulated and entered into force in 1970, provides a simple mechanism for apportioning cargo claims as between Owners …

Ship Pollution Response Organisation (SPRO) Agreements in China – New International Group of P&I Clubs (IG) and China Diving & Salvage (CDSA) SPRO Agreement This IG Circular provides Members with …

EU 18th sanctions package On 18 July 2025, the EU adopted the 18th sanctions package against Russia. These measures can be found in amended Regulation (EU) 833/2014 and Regulation (EU) …