Sumith Magamage is a highly experienced marine and insurance professional with over 34 years of specialised expertise across marine engineering, loss adjusting, and major casualty investigation throughout Asia. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering and Management and brings deep technical knowledge across both onshore and offshore marine operations.
Sumith has extensive experience in Marine Hull & Machinery (H&M) and Protection & Indemnity (P&I) claims, with a strong track record handling complex and high-value losses. His work spans the full lifecycle of marine incidents, including investigation, root cause analysis, risk assessment, adjustment, and settlement. He has managed a wide range of technically demanding claims involving machinery failures, collisions, groundings, structural damage, cargo losses, port and terminal operations, and third-party liabilities.
Based in Hong Kong, Sumith provides consulting and adjusting services across the region, working closely with shipowners, insurers, P&I Clubs, brokers, operators, and legal professionals. He is recognised for delivering clear, well-reasoned and defensible technical reports, supporting timely decision-making and effective claim resolution.
In addition to claims handling, Sumith brings strong capability in loss prevention and risk management, including operational risk assessments, hazard identification, and tailored loss prevention strategies. His practical, solutions-focused approach and ability to identify root causes and operational improvements contribute to more resilient and efficient marine operations.