Construction

For shipowners ordering newbuildings we can cover financial perils not recoverable from the yard or their insurers, such as default of refund guarantees, loss of charter following delay, and additional superintendents’ and architects’ fees. We can also cover contractual liabilities to building supervisors and crews prior to delivery.

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UK P&I

Date23/04/1966

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