In an article published by the International Association of Marine Investigators (IAMI), Diane Spinner, CFI, CMI, District Manager – Florida and Marine Team Lead at EFI Global, examines why marine fire investigations require specialized expertise beyond traditional structural fire investigation experience. While fundamental fire science principles apply across settings, the article explains that vessel fires present unique challenges related to construction materials, onboard systems, regulatory frameworks, and evidence preservation.
Through real-world comparisons and practical examples, the article highlights how differences between structural and marine fire environments can directly impact investigative accuracy, legal defensibility, and claim outcomes. The discussion underscores the importance of engaging properly credentialed marine fire investigators—particularly those with IAMI Certified Marine Investigator (CMI) and Certified Marine Fire Investigator (CMFI) credentials—when evaluating marine fire losses.
Read the full article on IAMI’s website here mct april 2026 →
Tags: fire, marine, Property damage