Marine Cargo Claim: Sea Water Damage to Imported Malted Barley
Overview
During discharge at Tin-Can Island Port, Lagos, sea water entered a vessel's cargo hold and damaged more than 2,077 metric tons of malted barley imported from Germany.
Our approach
We attended the discharge, established the cause and extent of the damage, and worked through the shipping documents to determine liability.
Findings
The claim was complicated by fire incidents during discharge and by subrogation issues with the shipping company.
Outcome
We provided a fair settlement recommendation while preserving insurers' rights of recovery against the carrier.
Key takeaway
Early attendance at discharge and careful handling of carrier liability protect both the settlement and the insurer's subrogation position.
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Independent loss adjusters since 1994. Member of the Institute of Loss Adjusters of Nigeria (ILAN).
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