Protection and Indemnity Insurance (P&I)
Also known as: p and i insurance, pandi insurance
Mutual marine insurance covering third-party liabilities arising from vessel operations.
P&I insurance covers risks not included in hull and machinery policies, such as cargo damage, pollution, crew claims, and collision liabilities. It is typically provided by P&I Clubs operating on a mutual, non-profit basis for shipowners and operators.
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