Opinion

Most people only think about insurance when something goes wrong. At Anglo-Eastern, the Claims Desk exists to ensure that when incidents occur, our seafarers receive the support they need, our owners receive timely recoveries, and every case becomes an opportunity to learn and improve.

Innovation is not about waiting for the perfect solution — it is about finding the right one, at the right time, for the right challenge. Swapnodeep Mondal, Group Managing Director of Operations and Shared Services, shares some of the latest innovations being evaluated across our fleet

As shipping becomes increasingly connected and data-driven, cybersecurity in 2026 is no longer just an IT concern – it is a business, safety, and regulatory risk. Xerxes Kiok Kan, our Head of Information Security, Governance, Risk & Compliance, points out that regulators, owners, and auditors now demand evidence of effective controls. For shipowners and operators, the differentiator is demonstrable, consistent resilience at scale.

“We don’t innovate for the sake of technology. We innovate for the sake of our people and to make their work safer, their decisions smarter, and their potential limitless.” Swapnodeep Mondal, Group Managing Director of Operations and Shared Services, shares some of the latest innovations being evaluated across our fleet.

“Together, we are not just adopting technology; we are redefining what is possible in maritime operations”. In this vein, Swapnodeep Mondal, Group Managing Director of Operations and Shared Services, shares some of the latest innovations in use/being considered across our managed fleet to foster innovative thinking and continuous improvement

As Steve Jobs said “innovation is the ability to see change as an opportunity –