Overview
The London P&I Club was founded in 1866 and is managed by A. Bilbrough & Co. from the City of London. It is one of the smaller International Group clubs by tonnage (around 35 million GT) and is best known for stable, conservative underwriting and a tight client roster of mid-sized operators. The club is active in tanker, bulk, container, and gas-carrier tonnage.
Key facts
- Founded 1866, London
- ~35 M GT owned tonnage entered
- Managed by A. Bilbrough & Co.
- Conservative underwriting reputation
- International Group member
Why it matters to seafarers
London Club's correspondent network is concentrated in the major commercial ports; expect smooth handling of routine crew, cargo, and bunker-claim issues. The MLC financial-security certificate is the standard International Group format.