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Did you know the U.S. has some of the world’s strictest cabotage laws? ⚖️ The Jones Act, originally enacted to protect the U.S. shipping industry post-WWI, has evolved into a key example of modern protectionism. But how does it impact today’s maritime sector? In the latest episode of Alongside, Emma Jones, Associate at Blank Rome LLP, and Gina Venezia, our President and Head of Commercial Americas at NorthStandard, dive into the Jones Act’s far-reaching effects. From merchandise transportation to injury remedies for seamen, this episode unpacks the challenges and complexities of U.S. maritime law. Listen to the full episode here: https://shorturl.at/NrijS #marineinsurance #maritime #NorthStandard #takingontomorrowtogether #podcast #maritimepodcast #usjonesact "

Issue 57 of LinkedIn New Horizons is out now! 📑 Happy Reading and Happy Weekend!

For those who are celebrating, everyone at NorthStandard would like to wish you a joyful, healthy, and memorable #Thanksgiving. 🍂

Yesterday, our Greek team had the pleasure of hosting a cohort of naval architecture and maritime business students as part of the Young Executives Shipping (YES) Forum. Thank you to all the students for an engaging and insightful afternoon, and to our colleagues Kostas Katsoulieris (P&I Claims Director - Greece), Konstantinos Grigoriadis (Claims Executive - Greece), and Christina Adamopoulou (Claims Executive - Greece) for showcasing the exciting career and business opportunities within the maritime and shipping sectors. The YES Forum is an inspiring initiative that connects students and graduates with businesses in the shipping industry, supporting collaboration and helping to address the sector’s evolving needs. #shipping #insurance #marine #maritimesector #careeropportunities

NorthStandard is delighted to announce it has entered into a new and expanded partnership with Noord Nederlandsche P&I Club (NNPC). The agreement builds upon the previous long-standing and successful collaboration between the two mutual insurers, which dates back some 15 years. It confirms NorthStandard as NNPC’s exclusive reinsurer, securing a partner on the continent - and supports NNPC’s growth and diversification ambitions. The partnership was signed by both clubs during a ceremony in Newcastle this week. We look forward to formalizing the collaboration and working together with NNPC’s team to achieve shared, long-term growth targets in maritime. Read more about the partnership here 📑 https://lnkd.in/e2S5yyJY (Pictures L-R: Robert Beets, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Noord Nederlandsche P&I Club and Jeremy Grose, Managing Director, NorthStandard) #MarineInsurance #Wearestrongertogether #NorthStandard #NNPC #maritime ##PandI #Takingontomorrowtogether

In the news on Wednesday 27 November 2024: BIMCO Publishes FuelEU Maritime Clause for Time Charter Parties 2024 The long-awaited clause from BIMCO to address the FuelEU Maritime regulations in a time charter party context has now been published. In advance of 1 January 2025 when the FuelEU Maritime Regulations will really kick in, BIMCO has published a Clause that owners and charterers can adopt to address these complex regulations in a commercial context.  Continue reading the article, authored by Helen Barden, Director - External Affairs at NorthStandard here 📑 https://lnkd.in/ekK4FgDH #BIMCO #FuelEU #MaritimeRegulations #Fuel #NavigatingDecarbonisation #MaritimeNews

🛳️ north-standard.com/eta > Our ECDIS Training Assessment (ETA) is designed to support crew members’ individual and collective ECDIS knowledge and skills with comprehensive, relevant and tailored training that goes beyond the mandatory and generic requirements. ✔️ Using our simple and easy-to-use online ECDIS training assessment platform, shipowners can choose deck officers, deck cadets or appropriate crew members to answer 48 multiple-choice questions – which can be paused and resumed at four key points, at no cost. 🖥️ Based on real-life ECDIS scenarios and screen displays for maximum knowledge retention and engagement, the questions are split into four groups of 12 subsections covering the widely accepted passage planning philosophy of: - Appraisal - Planning - Execution - Monitoring ⚓ We’re committed to supporting crew members to ensure they follow best practice and promote a safe working culture that protects them and their vessels at all times. 🖱️ Discover ETA > north-standard.com/eta #GetSET #lossprevention #shipping #maritime #safety #seafarers #shippinginsurance #ECDIS

🎙️ New Alongside Episode: The Jones Act & U.S. Shipping – Essential Insights. Our latest Alongside episode unpacks the Jones Act, a pivotal U.S. law shaping maritime commerce. From its historical roots to modern enforcement, join Emma Jones, Associate at Blank Rome LLP, and Gina Venezia, our President and Head of Commercial Americas at NorthStandard to learn about the impact, enforcement and exceptions of the Act to the shipping industry. Don’t miss out by listening to the full episode here: https://shorturl.at/NrijS #marineinsurance #maritime #NorthStandard #takingontomorrowtogether #podcast #maritimepodcast #usjonesact "

Curious about the Jones Act and its impact on doing business in maritime in the US? Some key points to know: ✔️ Ships transporting cargo between two U.S. ports must be owned by U.S.-based companies, with over 75% of the ownership stake held by U.S. citizens. ✔️ A majority of the ship's crew must be U.S. citizens. ✔️ Vessels must be built and registered in the U.S In our latest Alongside podcast, we are joined by experts Emma Jones, Associate at Blank Rome LLP, and Gina Venezia, our President and Head of Commercial Americas at NorthStandard to explore the impacts of the Jones Act. Tune in as we delve into topics such as penalties for non-compliance, enforcement mechanisms by U.S. Customs and Border Protection and much more! Listen here: https://shorturl.at/VyvNU #marineinsurance #maritime #NorthStandard #takingontomorrowtogether #podcast #maritimepodcast #usjonesact "

Join our Loss Prevention Director - Greece, John Southam, along with UK Hydrographic Office experts, Thomas Mellor, Head of Technical Partnerships, Guy Mock, Head of Customer Experience and Michelle Tarr, Product Manager for an insightful live webinar. The UKHO's panel-led webinar will discuss how S-100 is helping to shape the future of navigation. 📅 Tuesday, 3 December 2024 at 10.30 - 12.00 (GMT). #navigation #shipping #lossprevention