Society of Offshore Marine Warranty Surveyors Workshop 2026

The LMA invites you to attend the Society of Offshore Marine Warranty Surveyors (SOMWS) Workshop, delivered in conjunction with the Joint Natural Resources Committee.

This focused session will explore the role of SOMWS and the work of the Marine Warranty Surveyor in providing engineering assurance for complex and high-value marine project risks across offshore energy and renewable projects.

The workshop will provide energy and renewable insurance practitioners with a clearer understanding of SOMWS’ role in providing leadership, upholding standards and supporting knowledge development across the marine warranty survey community.

Attendees will also gain practical insight into the day-to-day work of a Marine Warranty Surveyor, alongside an overview of the key challenges currently facing the sector.

SOMWS was established in 2017, with the support of the Joint Natural Resources Committee, as an international professional body for those involved in the warranting of marine operations. It has since grown to include over 480 full members and approximately 290 associate members.

Speakers

The session will feature presentations from:

• Ekkehard Stade, SOMWS Chair and Chief Operations Officer Officer, Global Maritime
• Vishal Sharma, SOMWS Deputy Chair and Managing Director, Sterling Technical

The workshop will conclude with a panel discussion and audience Q&A.

For further information about SOMWS, please visit the Society of Offshore Marine Warranty Surveyors website. If you wish to attend the SOMWS AGM, Seminar and Dinner on the afternoon and evening of 13 May 2026, please refer to the dedicated event page.

Due to restricted numbers, if you register and subsequently are unable to attend, please email jackie.clark@lmalloyds.com.

Audience

This event is open to those involved in underwriting, placing or handling claims across offshore energy and renewables classes.

Professionals from other disciplines are also welcome, as the session will provide valuable insight into the role of the marine warranty surveyor and the work of the Society of Offshore Marine Warranty Surveyors.