ABL March 2025 Market Briefing
Join us for the ABL March Maritime Market Briefing, discussing the following topic:
Passenger Ships: A Technical Perspective
The passenger ship industry has undergone significant transformations over the years, driven by advances in technology, regulations, and changing passenger demands. Despite these developments, there are still risks associated with passenger vessels, particularly as they grow in size and complexity. Understanding these risks, as well as the trends shaping the future of passenger ships, is crucial for improving both safety and sustainability in the maritime sector.
The technical presentation will be followed by a Q&A and a summary of last month’s high-value maritime case reports, which will only be presented to attendees in the room.
When: Thursday 13th March, 9:30 AM UK time
Where:
- In-person: Lloyd’s Old Library, 1 Lime Street, EC3M 7HA, London. Arrivals from 9:00 AM for coffee, tea, biscuits and networking.
- Virtual: Zoom Webinar
The marine casualty case reports will only be presented to in-person attendees.
Learning Objectives
- You will gain an understanding of the evolution of passenger ships.
- You will be able to describe the technological advancements shaping the current passenger shipping industry.
- You will be able to identify the primary risks associated with passenger ship operations.
- You will gain insight into what the future holds for passenger ships.
Meet Our Panel


Stanley Pritchard
Mechanical Engineer, Longitude Engineering
Case Reports
More on our Event
This is a CPD-accredited event by the Chartered Insurance Institute. Attendance in-person or online is worth 1 CPD point.

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