PEME PROGRAM
Pre-Employment Medical Examinations of Seafarers
For Shipowners and their Insurers, unexpected crew illness is not only a matter of human concern but also a serious financial and operational risk. Repatriation costs, deviation to land a sick seafarer, medical treatment abroad, and possible claims can all result from health conditions that were overlooked during standard statutory medical checks.
To address this, several P&I Clubs introduced the Pre-Employment Medical Examinations of Seafarers (PEME) Program. By requiring enhanced, independent medical screening before employment, the Program helps to minimize the risks of pre-existing illnesses going undetected. As a result, shipowners and their insurers benefit from reduced claims and fewer costly disruptions, while seafarers themselves gain better health protection and early diagnosis of medical issues.
Our Path in the PEME Program
Our team began working with PEME initiatives back in the mid-2000s. At that time, we stood at the very origin of this initiative in Ukraine and contributed to its development in many ways. We explored the medical services market, visited clinics in numerous Ukrainian cities and held negotiations with their management. We also cooperated closely with P&I Clubs and their medical advisers, helped draft key principles and detailed guidelines for local clinics, and assisted in selecting and inspecting medical facilities.
We take pride in the fact that we were able to assist several P&I Clubs in launching their PEME Programs in Ukraine. Even more importantly, these programs have proven to be successful and mutually beneficial: for P&I Clubs and their Members – by reducing risks and financial losses, and for Ukrainian seafarers – by promoting health, enabling early diagnosis, and in some cases even saving lives.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
DIMAR Group: P&I Correspondent Services in Ukraine
Knowledge of Clinics
Comprehensive knowledge of all reliable and trustworthy clinics across Ukraine
Effective Communication
Facilitation of smooth communication between clinics and P&I Clubs, overcoming language barriers where necessary
Compliance Monitoring
Strict monitoring of compliance with the Clubs’ requirements
Statistics and Records
Diligent maintenance of PEME statistics and records
Audit Support
Support during annual audits of accredited clinics (a regular practice before the pandemic and war)
Problem Resolution
On-the-spot investigation of problematic PEME cases, ensuring fast and effective resolution through personal contacts and minimized bureaucratic delays
We look forward to the day when we can once again welcome our partners and friends to Ukraine for in-person cooperation and audits. And of course, whenever you need information, advice, or support with PEME-related matters, our team will be happy to provide the expertise and solutions you can rely on.
