International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI)
InsuranceHamburg, Germany11-50 Employees
The International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) is a nonprofit association dedicated to protecting and advancing the interests of insurers involved in marine and other transport insurance. It provides a neutral venue for marine underwriters and related professionals to discuss issues, exchange information, and review statistics of shared concern. Representing more than forty national and market insurance and reinsurance associations, IUMI acts as a coordinating body across the global marine insurance community. The organization traces its roots to 1874 and is headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. It operates within the broader insurance industry, focusing on marine risk and related transport sectors. IUMI's activities are aimed at its member organizations and their member insurers, offering a platform for collaboration, standard-setting, and information sharing on market developments and risk topics. In 2025, ALSUM joined IUMI as a permanent member, signaling an expansion of its international participation and influence within the global marine insurance community. The union also engages with industry stakeholders through conferences and information papers addressing contemporary risk issues and safety guidance for transport of specialized cargo. With a long-standing history and a global network, IUMI positions itself as a central forum for its diverse membership in the marine insurance field.