The Directorate General of Shipping mandates that ships carry valid Protection and Indemnity (P&I) insurance to cover liabilities related to crew welfare, pollution damage, cargo claims, and third-party risks. It also enforces financial security requirements for shipowners, ensuring compensation for maritime accidents, wreck removal, and environmental damage.

1. The list of Principal Clubs, Affiliated Associations and reinsured subsidiaries can be accessed from the International Group of Protection & Indemnity Clubs website through the following link: https://www.igpandi.org/group-clubs
2. Criteria for Authorization of Non-IG insurance companies under Port Entry Rules,2012.
3. List of approved Non IG Insurance Companies / Protection & Indemnity Clubs under Rule 2(e) of the Merchant Shipping [Regulation of Entry of Ships into Ports, Anchorages and Offshore facilities] Rules 2012