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Fire risks of carrying electric vehicles and Lithium-Ion batteries

Published on 2024/08/28

In its Shipping and Safety Review 2023, Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty reported that the second top cause of loss of vessels in 2022 was fire or explosion. There were 209 ship fires reported during 2022, the highest in a decade and 17% more than in 2021. Of those fires, 13 occurred on car carriers. The fire was also reportedly the most expensive cause of marine insurance claims.


More information:
https://maritimecyprus.com/2024/08/19/maritime-loss-prevention-fire-risks-of-carrying-electric-vehicles-and-lithium-ion-batteries/