Trade sanctions are a foreign policy tool that individual countries and supranational organisations impose to influence the political behaviour of other nations. As such, many sanctions affect the conduct of the shipping industry, the Club and our Members. Sanctions can also directly affect Members’ Club cover.
Considering the continuously developing and critical geopolitical landscape, we regularly prepare information about the latest changes to sanctions. We also have specialists who can provide information and advice about how sanctions can affect insurance cover.
Although we encourage Members to use our resources and receive our support, this should not be considered, or relied on, as independent legal advice. It’s therefore essential that Members fully conduct their own due diligence when considering any business that relates directly, or indirectly, to a sanctioned country.