We aim to set the standard.Financial strength and stability, speedy claims resolution, a broad international network, the best risk management and loss prevention advice - the Club is committed to being the leading shipowner controlled provider of P&I insurance. That is the guiding principle and affects everything we do.The UK P&I Club is one of the oldest P&I clubs in the world. It provides Protection and Indemnity insurance in respect of third party liabilities and expenses arising from owning ships or operating ships as principals. One of the largest mutual marine protection and indemnity organisations it insures over 240 million tonnes of owned and chartered ships from more than fifty countries across the globe. The UK P&I Club gives you security with its 'A' Standard & Poor's rating and accessibility with a claims service on hand in 350 ports. Its on-the-spot help and local knowledge is unmatched. As is its ongoing response to the changing environment and your changing needs. Its continuing experience, size, coverage and service mean unparalleled specialist skills and expertise developed to a level of sophistication seldom seen in our field. All this is available to you as a Member and to the masters and managers of your ships.