Maritime Insurance, Risk, and Seafarer Security

Navigating Piracy in the Indian Ocean
1. Auflage 2025
ISBN: 978-1-032-66481-1
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 138 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm

Reihe: Cass Series: Naval Policy and History

This book explores the complex interplay between maritime insurance and piracy in the Indian Ocean, a crucial global trade route.

Drawing on rich oral histories, this work delves into the lives of seafarers and insurance experts who confront the harsh realities of Somali piracy. Through a series of compelling case studies, including the notorious Maersk Alabama hijacking, the book sheds light on the evolving role of maritime insurers as they navigate the precarious waters of risk management. It highlights how these companies not only provide financial protection but also shape maritime security practices, transforming the sea into a managed space of governance. Spanning a geographical range from the Horn of Africa to global maritime hubs, the book emphasises the human cost of piracy and the often-overlooked experiences of those at sea. Bridging between historical cases and contemporary challenges, the book advocates a deeper understanding of the maritime landscape. Furthermore, by exploring the perspectives of seafarers, the book provides a unique insight into the emerging challenges faced at sea and the importance of safety in moments of maritime insecurity

This book will be of much interest to students of maritime security, naval policy, the history of insurance, and international relations.

Zielgruppe

Postgraduate, Professional Reference, and Undergraduate Advanced

Autoren/Hrsg.

Simonds, Jessica Kate

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Geschichtliche Themen Militärgeschichte
• Rechtswissenschaften Öffentliches Recht Verwaltungsrecht Verwaltungspraxis Polizei
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politische Kultur Staatsbürgerkunde, Staatsbürgerschaft, Zivilgesellschaft
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Internationale Beziehungen Diplomatie
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Internationale Beziehungen Internationale Organisationen und Institutionen
• Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Weltgeschichte & Geschichte einzelner Länder und Gebietsräume Geschichte einzelner Länder Afrikanische Geschichte
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politische Gewalt Terrorismus, Religiöser Fundamentalismus
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Regierungspolitik Innen-, Bildungs- und Bevölkerungspolitik
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Militärwesen Nationale und Internationale Sicherheits- und Verteidigungspolitik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: A History of Modern Maritime Insurance Chapter 3: Maritime Insurance as Governance Chapter 4: P&I Case Studies: Piracy, Ransoms, and Terrorism Chapter 5: P&I Case Studies: The Safe Employment of Privately Contracted Armed Security Personnel (PCASPs) Chapter 6: P&I Case Studies: The Best Management Practices for the Deterrence of Somali-Based Piracy Chapter 7: Making the High-Risk Area: Seafarer Experiences Chapter 8: Conclusion

Über Autor(innen)

Jessica Kate Simonds is an Assistant Professor at the College of Security and Global Studies at the American University in the Emirates. She has a PhD in International Studies from Queen’s University Belfast.