Minutes and actions from the previous meeting were agreed, with several items progressing, including battery degradation and JH143 feedback. 

Members discussed recent developments in the Middle East, noting changes in insured values and evolving considerations around causation and classification of losses. Sanctions risk and operational challenges, including salvage availability, were also highlighted. Claims inflation remained under review, with members recognising the value of consistent data collection despite current market volatility. 

Subcommittee updates covered progress on navigating limits, JH143, yacht clause development – helicopter operations, and cyber wording discussions. The Committee also considered practical market issues, including surveyor fee collection, and noted planned collaboration with other committees and pilot initiatives to support improved processes. Members were encouraged to propose topics for the 2026 JHC Forum.