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P&I Companies

Approved Protection & Indemnity insurance providers for Eswatini flag vessels

Overview

Protection & Indemnity (P&I) insurance is mandatory for all commercial vessels under the Eswatini flag. EMA maintains a list of approved P&I clubs and insurance companies that provide comprehensive coverage for maritime liabilities, ensuring vessel owners meet international insurance requirements and protect against third-party claims.

Approved P&I Clubs

The Standard Club

Coverage:Hull & Machinery, P&I, FD&D

Regions:Worldwide

Specialization:All vessel types

Skuld P&I

Coverage:P&I, FD&D, Loss Prevention

Regions:Global coverage

Specialization:Commercial vessels

West of England P&I Club

Coverage:P&I, War Risks, FD&D

Regions:International

Specialization:Merchant fleet

UK P&I Club

Coverage:P&I, Hull, Cargo

Regions:Worldwide

Specialization:All maritime risks

Types of Coverage

Protection & Indemnity (P&I)

Third-party liability coverage for maritime operations

Collision liability

Cargo damage claims

Personal injury to crew and passengers

Pollution liability

Wreck removal costs

General average contributions

Freight, Demurrage & Defence (FD&D)

Coverage for commercial disputes and legal costs

Freight disputes

Demurrage claims

Charter party disputes

Legal defense costs

Arbitration expenses

Recovery actions

War Risks

Coverage for war and political risks

War perils

Strikes and civil commotion

Piracy and hijacking

Terrorism coverage

Political risks

Confiscation by authorities

Application Requirements for P&I Club Approval

P&I clubs seeking approval to provide insurance for Eswatini flag vessels must submit:

Completed P&I Club Application Form

Company Registration and Legal Documents

Fleet List and Vessel Details

Previous Insurance History and Claims Record

Financial Statements and Credit References

Safety Management System Documentation

Crew Training and Certification Records

Port State Control Inspection History

Classification Society Certificates

Agreement to Eswatini Maritime Regulations Compliance

Mandatory Insurance Requirements

Commercial Vessels

P&I insurance (minimum coverage limits)
Oil pollution liability coverage
Wreck removal insurance
Crew compensation coverage

Passenger Vessels

Enhanced P&I coverage
Passenger liability insurance
Emergency evacuation coverage
Medical expense coverage

Contact Information

Eswatini Maritime Affairs - Insurance Division

Email: maritime@ema.org.sz

P&I Companies Approval Department

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