Second CPI School Concludes in Shanghai

The second annual CPI School successfully concluded at the Shanghai headquarters of the China Shipowners Mutual Assurance Association (China P&I Club) on September 11, bringing together young professionals from 15 member companies for a five-day training and exchange programme.

Running from September 7 to 11, the programme offered participants an opportunity to explore industry trends, deepen their professional expertise and build connections with peers across the membership.

The curriculum featured 26 senior experts, including key professionals from various departments of the Club, as well as speakers from the Shanghai MSA, Shanghai Maritime Court, CCS, CMAC, Hai Tong & Partners, SMC Surveyors & Adjusters Co (Qingdao) Ltd., Lloyd’s, SMIT Salvage, Reed Smith, HFW, and Mutual Marine Services Al Mushtaraka — correspondent in the Middle East. They delivered lectures and led discussions on CPI’s services and key industry topics.

The shipping industry is currently undergoing a profound transformation. CPI will continue to focus on enhancing its marine insurance underwriting capacity and global services. CPI School will be held on an annual basis going forward, with the Club looking forward to welcoming more young talent from member companies, and to working together toward the high-quality, sustainable development of the shipping and marine insurance sectors.