American Institute of Marine Underwriters

Navigating Hybrid Seas: A Guide for Marine Underwriters ⚓ Join us to explore how to insure hybrid electric vessels - including lessons learned from recent tugboat fires. We’ll dive into real-world case studies to unpack what happened, why it matters, and how to manage emerging risks in today’s maritime industry. 📅 Friday, October 3, 2025 🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Presenters: Beth Kirkpatrick, National Product Line Director, Hull & Liability, Intact Insurance Ocean Marine Romen Cross, Principal Surveyor, ABL Group Register at https://lnkd.in/eSK5dDfW #MarineInsurance #HybridVessels #Tugboats #MaritimeSafety #SustainableShipping

🌊⚓ Save the Date! Join us for the 19th Annual Marine Insurance Day Seminar — a premier industry event bringing together top professionals, thought leaders, and colleagues in marine insurance. 📍 Baruch College, NYC 🗓 October 1st | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM 🎓 Earn 5 CE Credits (NY & TX approved; pending in NJ) + NAMS/SAMS credits ✨ Highlights include: 🚢 Sail4th 250 Celebration – New York Harbor, 2026 🌪 Into the Raging Sea: The Sinking of El Faro 📦 National Cargo Bureau: Risk Mitigation 🔋 Lithium-Ion Battery Risks in Storage & Transport ⚖️ Contract Certainty in Hull & Machinery Claims 🤝 Network with peers, support the industry, and explore sponsorship opportunities. 👉 Register Now at https://lnkd.in/ea9QCMTN #MarineInsurance #AIMUEducation #IMUA #AMIF #MICA #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment

🌊 Maritime Industry-Wide Initiative: Proactively Control Runaway Jury Verdicts and Settlements in Seafarers’ Claims 🌊 Runaway jury verdicts and escalating settlements in seafarers’ claims have become a pressing challenge for the maritime industry. Yesterday, we had the honor of hosting an insightful presentation where leading experts shared strategies to address this critical issue. The session was well-attended by industry professionals and sparked thoughtful dialogue on proactive approaches to risk management, claims handling, and legal preparedness. We extend our sincere gratitude to our outstanding presenters, who generously took time from their busy schedules to share their expertise with attendees: Laura Block – Senior Vice President, Head of U.S. Marine Claims, Ascot Insurance Co. Andrew Anastor - Assistant Vice President, U.S. Marine Claims, Ascot Insurance Co. Anthony Collins – Vice President, U.S. Marine Claims Manager, Ascot Insurance Co. Patrick J. McShane – Founding Member, Senior Partner, Frilot LLC Terry Moynihan – Vice President, U.S. Marine, Ascot Kevin McGill – Vice President, U.S. Marine, Ascot A huge thank you to all who participated and helped make this event a success! All current AIMU events are available at https://lnkd.in/gCKqeZKN #MaritimeIndustry #MarineClaims #Insurance #Seafarers #LegalInsights #RiskManagement #MaritimeLaw #IndustryCollaboration #AIMUEducation

It was a privilege to tour the Empire State VII training ship. We are grateful to the panelists who generously shared their professional journeys with more than 40 SUNY Maritime students. Opportunities like this provide invaluable insights, helping to connect academic learning with the realities of maritime careers. We remain committed to supporting education and fostering partnerships that prepare the next generation of maritime professionals. Thank you to our distinguished panelists: 🔹 Tracy Kiffer – Underwriting Director, U.S. Ocean Marine, The Hartford 🔹 Nicholas Liguori – Marine Claims Adjuster, Berkley Offshore Underwriting Managers 🔹 Danielle Centeno – Shipowners Claims Bureau, Inc., Managers of American Steamship Owners Mutual Protection & Indemnity Association, Inc. 🔹 John M Evans CPCU, AMIM – Senior Vice President, Marine, Aon Moderator: 🔹 Christopher Johnson – Senior Underwriter, Ocean Cargo, Allianz And a special thank you to all the attendees - your engagement and curiosity made the discussion even more impactful. #Maritime #AIMUEducation #Partnerships #CareerDevelopment

We are pleased to share that our Volunteer Day is currently underway. We extend our sincere gratitude to our sponsors – The American P&I Club, Munich Re, Wiggin and Dana LLP – and to all our dedicated volunteers whose commitment and support are making a meaningful difference for the Harbor School. Your contributions exemplify the power of partnership and community engagement. #VolunteerDay #CommunityImpact #HarborSchool #Partnership

🚢⚓ Level Up Your Hull Underwriting Skills! Ready to go beyond the basics? Our Advanced Hull Underwriting for the US Market course takes you deeper into:  ✅ Brown Water Hull exposures  ✅ Specialized US market coverages (loss of hire, war risks & more)  ✅ Real-world case studies + rating & loss analysis  ✅ Hot topics: AI, Cyber, Decarbonization 👨🏫 Learn from industry leaders: Brian Murphy – Berkley Offshore William Devine – Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions 📜 5 CE Credits pending (NY, NJ, TX) 👉 Secure your spot today! Register here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/enPKysRN   #MarineInsurance #HullUnderwriting #BrownWaterHull #RiskManagement #InsuranceEducation #UnderwritingExcellence #AIMUEducation #CyberRisk #Decarbonization #MaritimeIndustry

Charting the Course: Ocean Marine Financial Fundamentals - presented by the AIMU Facts and Figures Committee 📅 Sept 23–25, 2025 | 10:00–10:45 AM ET 💻 Virtual via GoToTraining | Complimentary Join AIMU’s 3-part webinar series exploring CAT modeling, economic outlook, and financial statement fundamentals for the marine insurance industry. Open to members & non-members. Attend any or all sessions. 🔹 Sept 23: Storm Signals: Through the Modeling Lens – Devin Burns, Sompo 🔹 Sept 24: Navigating Economic Tides – Mahir Rasheed, Swiss Re 🔹 Sept 25: Reading the Wake: Decoding Financial Statements – Celia Cronan, Swiss Re 👉 Register at https://lnkd.in/emikF85w. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, engage, and strengthen your expertise. #FinancialFundamentals #InsuranceProfessionals #MarineInsurance #OceanMarine #AIMUEducation

Join Us for an Engaging Presentation on September 18th at 12pm We invite you to an informative session on the Strategic Use of Forum Selection, Choice of Law, and Arbitration Clauses in Employment and Other Contracts. This presentation will explore practical considerations and best practices, concluding with an interactive Q&A and open discussion. Presenters: Laura Block – Senior Vice President, Head of U.S. Marine Claims, Ascot Insurance Co. Andrew Anastor – Assistant Vice President, U.S. Marine Claims, Ascot Insurance Co. Anthony Collins – Vice President, U.S. Marine Claims Manager, Ascot Insurance Co. Guest Speaker: Attorney from Frilot LLC 📌 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with industry experts! Register at https://lnkd.in/ehBR3fq8

🎉 Congratulations to Amber Barrios! 🎉 We are excited to recognize Amber Barrios, intern at CoAction Global, for successfully completing the AIMU Advanced Intern Education Program and earning her certificate of achievement. This rigorous program required interns to: - Complete the AIMU Intern Education Program - Write essays on industry-related topics - Create and present a professional presentation - Demonstrate mastery of knowledge gained - Develop a personalized career map Amber’s dedication, hard work, and commitment to growth are truly inspiring. 🌟 It’s a privilege to witness the next generation’s drive to learn, excel, and shape the future of our industry. Congratulations again, Amber - we are proud of you! 👏

Join us on September 17th for an exclusive experience at SUNY Maritime College - featuring a guided tour of the training ship Empire State VII, an engaging Panel Discussion with students on Marine Insurance Industry Careers, and a networking lunch. Panelists: Tracy Kiffer - Underwriting Director, U.S. Ocean Marine, The Hartford Nicholas Liguori - Marine Claims Adjuster, Berkley Offshore Underwriting Managers Danielle Centeno - Shipowners Claims Bureau, Inc., Managers of American Steamship Owners Mutual Protection & Indemnity Association, Inc. John M Evans CPCU, AMIM - Senior Vice President, Marine, Aon Moderator:  Christopher Johnson - Senior Underwriter, Ocean Cargo, Allianz Reserve your spot at https://lnkd.in/esT8mAQA