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Gard urges shipowners to protect their interests in general average claims

General averages are typically complex and often lead to contentious technical arguments, while contributions are frequently challenged, particularly by cargo interests

SHIPOWNERS should take steps to protect their interests when casualties result in general average claims, the world’s largest marine insurer has warned.

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