Marine Risk & Quality

MRQ specialises in the assessment of maritime threats and provides risk management as well as security performance vetting. Our online platform OCTOPUS streamlines the process of selecting and contracting certified security providers. We responded to the shipping industry’s needs by launching OCTOPUS, an efficient online tool designed to facilitate the contracting of top tier security. OCTOPUS provides ship managers with an instant overview of suitable security providers and enables them to receive tailored proposals securely online. MRQ has developed a unique vetting process for PMSCs and their operational personnel. On top of a systemic company audit according to the requirements of ISO 28007 the psychological abilities, the operational and tactical skills as well as the maritime-nautical and technical capabilities of the operators are verified. The vetting process is concluded by on-board performance audits. OCTOPUS provides you with- Lean administration - MRQ-vetted PMSCs - Market transparency - Risk Assessment - Contractual Certainty MRQ is a subsidiary of Lampe & Schwartze Group, a leading marine underwriting agency founded in 1858 with its headquarters in Bremen. On the basis of our mother company we have many years of experience and a world-wide network in the field of shipping and insurance at our disposal. MRQ develops trend analyses relating to all geopolitical focal points and provides appropriate structures and processes tailored to the requirements of our customers. Our interdisciplinary team combines knowledge and experience in the fields of nautical science, maritime security, law and political science. Furthermore, we collaborate with a network of experts from science, politics and operative security in order to cover all the performance and competence fields of our clients. Get your login for OCTOPUS, the world’s first online market place for top tier security services at the touch of a button: