In 1971, WQIS created the Marine Pollution Liability policy. Today we continue to remain the leader in the industry.
Get On Board with WQISOur Innovative Worldwide Marine Vessel Pollution Liability Insurance Policy
More than 45 years ago, we developed a Worldwide Marine Vessel Pollution Policy form in response to the Water Quality Improvement Act of 1970, which expanded the federal government’s authority over water quality standards and water polluters. Its provisions stated that a discharging vessel was strictly liable for removal subject to very limited defenses, and also placed a limitation on liability with the vessel operator, which was required to prove it had the resources to pay for the spill’s cleanup costs up to its limit of liability. In addition, a Certificate of Financial Responsibility indicating proof must be obtained from the Federal Maritime Commission.
Our Worldwide Marine Pollution Liability was created to provide potential accidental water polluters from the liabilities they face under federal water regulations. This insurance policy covers losses such as cleanup, damage to natural resources, legal defense and civil penalties, and includes any Certificate of Financial Responsibility Guaranty when required and/or any Blue Card Guaranty in an approved signatory state.
WQIS: Ahead of the Wind of Change
In addition, at WQIS we understand that today’s marine industry is not the industry of yesterday. Government regulations, environmental changes, and an increasingly difficult business climate make it impossible to keep doing “business as usual.” Recognizing the need for change, we continually monitor the requirements of the industry and adapt our policy form when appropriate. Since developing this innovative, first-of-its kind policy, we have simplified it over the years by including and clarifying several endorsements while the coverage itself has been expanded, making it the most flexible and complete insurance coverage for today’s marine industry.
Our Marine Pollution Insurance Policy is Designed for:
Features of the WQIS Policy Form:
WQIS Focus:
To protect the sea, marine vessel owners/operators and cargo owners.
As the leader in marine pollution insurance it’s our responsibility at WQIS to support you and the marine industry in every way possible. That’s exactly what we’ve been doing over 50 years and will continue to do. To learn more about our products and services, call us at 212-292-8700.