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Connecticut Contractor Faces Heavy Fines After Pier Collapse in Massachusetts Injures Workers

OSHA fines Mohawk Northeast Inc. over $200,000 for failing to ensure the safety of a pier that collapsed in New Bedford, injuring two workers.
April 15, 2024 Liability Marine Risk Management Connecticut Massachusetts

Navigating the Stormy Seas of Marine Insurance Claims with Expertise and Empathy

Marine loss adjuster Paul Field reveals the challenges and nuances of handling insurance claims for pleasurecraft, emphasizing the human aspect and technical expertise required.
March 29, 2024 Insurance Industry Marine Risk Management Technology

Baltimore Bridge Collapse May Set Record for Marine Insurance Losses, Lloyd’s of London Chairs Warn

Lloyd’s of London anticipates the Francis Scott Key bridge collapse to potentially become the most significant marine insurance loss in history.
March 28, 2024 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Marine Risk Management Maryland

Ship Owner Utilizes 19th-Century Law to Mitigate Liability After Baltimore Bridge Collision

After a catastrophic accident involving a ship and a Baltimore bridge, the vessel’s owner looks to an old maritime law to potentially cap damages, reshaping the financial aftermath.
March 27, 2024 Insurance Industry Legislation & Regulation Marine Maryland

Major East Coast Bridge Collapses After Collision with Cargo Ship, Triggers Extensive Search and Rescue Operation

The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, after being struck by a cargo ship, has led to a significant emergency operation and concerns over East Coast shipping logistics.
March 26, 2024 Catastrophe Marine Risk Management Technology Maryland

Spire Global and NVIDIA Join Forces to Revolutionize AI-Driven Weather Forecasting

Spire Global teams up with NVIDIA, aiming to improve forecast accuracy and tackle the challenge of extreme weather events through AI-driven weather prediction.
March 20, 2024 Catastrophe Marine Risk Management Technology

Record-High Sea Surface Temperatures Alarm Ocean Scientists Globally

Ocean temperatures have surged to unprecedented levels for over a year, alarming scientists about potential long-term ecological and meteorological impacts.
March 15, 2024 Catastrophe Marine Risk Management

Marine Insurers and Shipowners Unite for Greener Shipping Futures

Marine insurance experts advocate for joint decarbonisation efforts with shipowners to navigate the complexities of reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
February 23, 2024 Legislation & Regulation Marine Risk Management Technology

Supercharged Hurricane Season Looms in 2024, Experts at AccuWeather Warn

With La Niña’s return and record-warm Atlantic waters, AccuWeather forecasts a potentially explosive hurricane season in 2024.
February 20, 2024 Catastrophe Marine Risk Management Texas

Study Warns of Looming Risk of Atlantic Ocean Current Shutdown and Its Global Impact

A groundbreaking simulation suggests the Atlantic Ocean’s vital currents may face a "cliff-like" collapse sooner than expected, threatening drastic global climate shifts.
February 12, 2024 Catastrophe Marine Risk Management

Few States Actively Combating Increased Hurricane Risk Despite Rising Frequency

With hurricanes becoming three times more frequent over the past century, only a handful of U.S. states are stepping up with effective risk reduction strategies.
February 12, 2024 Catastrophe Marine Property Risk Management Louisiana New York

Fishing Vessel Wrecked on Maine Coast Due to Autopilot Error

A crew member’s nap and an unactivated bridge alarm led to the Tara Lynn II fishing vessel crashing onto rocks amid a storm on the Maine coast.
January 24, 2024 Marine Property Maine

$6.4 Billion Estimated Insured Losses in Japan’s Noto Peninsula Earthquake

The 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake in Japan caused significant insured losses, with residential properties, especially older structures, bearing the brunt of the damage.
January 5, 2024 Catastrophe Marine Property Risk Management

US Issues Caution for Maritime Shipping in Red Sea Amid Rising Attack Risks

The US warns of increased dangers for ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, with recent attacks and suspicious activities heightening risks and insurance concerns.
November 28, 2023 Catastrophe Insurance Industry Marine Risk Management

Pirates and Vigilantes: Oakland’s Boat Owners Unite Against Escalating Theft

Oakland is grappling with a growing problem that extends beyond its streets into the serene waters of the estuary. Property crime has spilled onto the city’s docks and marinas, where boat owners are becoming increasingly vulnerable to thefts and burglaries.
September 11, 2023 Marine California
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