The driving force behind shipping for over 35 years.
Smooth sailing. Solid protection.
Our professional team of brokers, claims handlers and P&I Correspondents offer a wide range of services, including risk scans, contract management, claims handling services, contract reviews, expert opinions, second opinions, and of course insurance broking.
We provide tailor-made insurance solutions and advice to help our clients navigate the complexities of potential liabilities in the maritime and logistics industry, ensuring they are well-protected to manage their risks and comply with changing regulations.
Maritime partner in Europe’s key ports
With a presence in the major ports of Europe: Rotterdam, Antwerp (Belgian P&I) and Copenhagen (Danish P&I), Dutch P&I caters to major shipping and logistics players in the deepsea, offshore industry, inland waterways and beyond as a specialist Maritime & Logistics Liability Insurance Broker and P&I Correspondent.
Our commitment and dedication to shipping, logistics, innovation and service is evident in our 24/7 availability and professionalism, providing high-end quality solutions.
Supporting shipowners and insurers since the 1960s
Dutch P&I’s roots trace back to the 1960s, when ship agents began to play a pivotal role in handling P&I claims. Prominent Dutch ship agents such as Internatio-Müller, Vinke, and Van Ommeren were instrumental in assisting P&I Clubs and their members with cargo claims. Over the years, dedicated P&I Correspondent teams were established, and various teams merged. Van Ommeren (later VOPAK) emerged as the largest agency with a specialized P&I Correspondent team.
Timeline
- In 1988, Dutch P&I was founded as a specialist marine insurance broker for P&I insurances, including Owners P&I, Charterers P&I, and FDD with a strong focus on adding claims services.
- In 1990, the P&I Correspondents department of Van Ommeren merged with Dutch P&I, forming a dedicated team focused on assisting P&I Clubs and their members.
- Throughout the following decades, Dutch P&I evolved into a comprehensive insurance broker with a strong emphasis on maritime and logistics liabilities.
- Since 2009, Danish P&I has been part of our group, serving Danish ports as P&I Correspondents
- In 2010, Caethoven joined our group of companies as Belgian P&I, serving P&I Clubs and members in Belgium.
Today, Dutch P&I Correspondents continue to serve as dedicated P&I Correspondents for all Dutch ports and inland waterways. The team of brokers and claims handlers are committed to providing clients with risk analysis, contract analysis, insurance placement, and claims handling services.