Ship Recycling Insurance Explained Part 3

Ship Recycling Insurance Explained Part 3: The Future of Maritime Risk Management

19 Dec 2025

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In Part 3 of Ship Recycling Insurance Explained, GMS looks ahead at the technologies, regulations, and ESG expectations that will define the next stage of maritime risk management. Host Jamie Dalzell speaks with Paulina, Head of Insurance at GMS, about how digital tools, real time monitoring, and new compliance frameworks will influence the way end of life voyages are insured and managed.

Key Topics in This Episode
• How real time vessel tracking supports safer and more transparent final voyages
• The role of AI based weather routing and data analytics in accident prevention
• Digital certification and how it strengthens compliance in ship recycling
• ESG performance factors that influence underwriting and premium terms
• New environmental liability exposures and sanctions expectations
• How GMS prepares for regulatory change through stronger audits and digital monitoring

Technology and the Future of Insurance
Paulina explains how technology is becoming central to responsible ship recycling. Digital tools improve visibility, reduce delays, and help identify risks before they escalate. Insurers increasingly rely on accurate data to assess voyages, review compliance, and confirm adherence to green recycling standards.

ESG and Underwriting Evolution
Underwriters are placing greater emphasis on worker safety audits, carbon considerations, verified recycling practices, and transparent reporting. This shift links long term insurance availability to the environmental and social performance of recycling operations.

How GMS Prepares for the Next Chapter
GMS is investing in digital monitoring, enhanced audit processes, and early alignment with international conventions. These steps support reliable insurance coverage and reinforce responsible recycling as regulatory expectations continue to rise.

Episode Insight
This final episode highlights how the future of maritime risk management will be shaped by data, technology, and ESG accountability. It shows how GMS is preparing to meet these expectations and continue leading in safe, compliant, and transparent ship recycling.