Explore the principles and practice of marine insurance in one thorough volume, designed to inform and guide you.
This edition presents clear explanations of core concepts and practical insight for both students and practitioners. It combines foundational theory with real-world considerations to help readers understand how marine insurance works in real life.
The book focuses on the essential mechanics of marine insurance, including how policies are formed, interpreted, and challenged in disputes. It also highlights how underwriters, insured parties, and brokers interact, with emphasis on risk, disclosure, and the handling of claims.
- Clear explanations of key concepts such as concealment, warranties, reinsurance, and the role of agents
- Case discussions and references to actual judgments to illustrate how rules are applied
- Practical guidance on policy wording, issuance, and the resolution of common issues
- Insights into how coverage is assessed and how losses are measured and settled
Ideal for readers of maritime law, insurance professionals, and anyone involved in shipping risk management.