The committee discussed the implications of US Executive Order 14172, which renamed the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America, prompting a review of marine energy wordings. It was suggested to wait for confirmation before amending, with options including coordinates or interchangeable wording. The Energy Exploration and Development wording was split between underwriting and claims. Legal updates covered Texas pre-suit requirements and excess policy interpretations, while UK updates addressed Brazil’s new insurance act and India’s withholding tax changes. The sustainability subgroup awaited FCA guidance. Offshore wind discussions focused on Tow to Port clauses, while U35s planned an educational event.