Container Sweat and Condensation in Transportation: To address the sources of container sweat and condensation as it impacts various organic and non-organic commodities. The presentation will note the prevention strategies/measures, packaging concepts and products available to best manage the problem. Sherman Drew, Kevin Meller, and Robert Alhorn. Moderated by Peter Scrobe, Starr Marine.

Trends in Cargo Theft: To address recent cargo theft trends, cargo theft prevention through information sharing, and 2011/2012 cargo theft statistics. Anthony Canale, Verisk.

Wind Turbines The U.S. Department of Energy anticipates that by 2030, 20% of U.S. energy will come from wind power. The focus on developing wind energy capability will continue to intensify at the local, state and national levels. With this growth in development come increased risks. Damage to the blades or generating equipment from fire, lightning or mechanical breakdown, transit exposures are just a few examples of the possible insurance loss scenarios created by wind energy production. Andrea Ezerins, Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection & Insurance Company.

Mega Container Disasters: To discuss the logistical problems inherent to salvage and General Average claims involving this type of vessel and will review available insurance solutions. Jonathan Spencer, The Spencer Company.

Application of the Medicare Secondary Payer Act to Marine Liabilities The discussion will cover the Medicare Secondary Payer Act and the Medicare, Medicaid and SCHIP Extension Act and their impact on Marine litigation and claims handling. Medicare eligibility, Medicare’s potential lien rights and the responsibilities of litigants and claims handling as well as current legislative and institutional changes to Medicare Compliance in tort claims. Russell S. Whittle, Esq., MSCC, Gould & Lamb.

Additional Named Insureds and Marine Insurance: This session will focus on issues relating to coverage for additional insureds, including limits, notice, scope of coverage and rights of recovery. It will also include a discussion of recent cases involving these issues in the context of marine insurance policies. Joseph Grasso, Esq. & Michael Menapace, Esq., Wiggin and Dana LLP. Moderated by Joseph Howe, Zurich N.A.