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For maritime leaders, By maritime leaders.

We are the world’s leading provider of legal costs insurance and advisory services to the maritime industry. If a dispute arises for any of our Members, we provide comprehensive support for legal and related costs in addition to managing any litigation that arises.

260m+ Tonnage

4,400+ Ships

Entered with the club

£43m

Free reserves 

Our Mutual Club

We are one committed community, owned and run by our Members. Founded by maritime leaders, for maritime leaders, we share your purpose. Standing together with decision-makers when it matters most. Actively shaping a fairer and more resilient future for the industry. Drawing upon our expertise to influence the changes we want to see happen. Together let’s shape how we navigate our world.

Club Restructure

As Members will be aware in May, 2025 EGMs were held by UKFDD and UKDIA to approve a Club restructure. Following the Member approvals that were provided at those meetings, steps have been undertaken to effect the restructure. As a result, UK Defence Insurance Limited (“UKDIL”) has been established in Cyprus and will begin underwriting European risks from 20th August, 2026.

From the same date UKDIL will also become the Club’s quota reinsurer.

The risks underwritten by the Club’s current European subsidiary (UK Defence Club Europe) will be transferred to UKDIL over the coming months.

Members should not see any noticeable change in the operation of the Club, or its cover, as a result of the restructure. EEA risks and certificates of entry will going forward be issued by UKDIL and debit notes will reflect its bank account details.

Should Members have any questions about this restructure please do not hesitate to contact your usual Club contact.