Waves Podcast Series

We delve into the Strait of Hormuz and its importance to global trade. Our marine insurance experts discuss how insurers are responding to rising geopolitical tensions, and what that means for the owners and crews transiting the region.

In this Waves podcast episode, David Cawdeary is joined by James Reason, Head of Hull for Marine GB, and Patrick Wilson, Head of Special Risks for Marine GB, to explore how capacity, pricing and geopolitical events are shaping the marine insurance market in 2026.

In this episode of Waves, WTW's marine insurance podcast, we explore the fascinating world of fine art, from unexpected objects to unusual places and uncovering how insurance protects them in ways you might not expect.

This episode of Waves Podcast Series delves into the world of coffee, discussing its production, types (arabica and robusta), and the countries that dominate its export. The conversation covers the sensitive nature of coffee crops to climate conditions, the impact of geopolitical events such as tariffs, and the risks associated with transportation and storage.

We delve into the life cycle of everyday items, focusing this episode on smartphones. The discussion covers the components of smartphones, their supply chains, the impact of geopolitical events and the risks associated during transportation and storage.

This episode delves into the 2025 P&I renewal, a process marked by contention and the resurgence of pool claims in 2024-2025, leading to a tougher negotiation despite the market's strong performance in 2023-2024.

Recently, the marine industry's spotlight has been drawn to the critical issue of mis-declared cargoes following an explosion at the Chinese port of Ningbo, Zhoushan. This incident, potentially linked to improperly stored hazardous materials like lithium-ion batteries and parabens, serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for enhanced safety measures.