Overview
NorthStandard was created in 2023 from the merger of The Standard Club (founded 1885) and the North P&I Club (founded 1860). The combined club is one of the three largest in the International Group, covering approximately 240 million GT of owned tonnage across container, bulk, tanker, cruise, ferry, and offshore trades. Joint headquarters in London and Newcastle, with major regional offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, Athens, New York, and Dubai.
Key facts
- Formed 2023 (Standard Club + North merger)
- ~240 M GT owned tonnage entered
- One of three largest International Group clubs
- Strong cruise, ferry, and offshore books
- HQs London + Newcastle
Why it matters to seafarers
NorthStandard's emergency response is built around the long-established North and Standard correspondent networks combined, giving it deep coverage in every major bunkering and crew-change port. The cruise and ferry-line book means seafarers in those trades are likely covered here for crew-injury and passenger-claim purposes.