Whether you own property, a construction company or a manufacturing firm, you face potential environmental liabilities. You may not even be aware of what contractual obligations are or what legislative requirements you have in relation to your environmental risk exposures.
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Protection for you and the environment
Whether you own property, a construction company or a manufacturing firm, you face potential environmental liabilities. You may not even be aware of what contractual obligations are or what legislative requirements you have in relation to your environmental risk exposures. Our experts can help you assess your risk and manage them.
To structure your environmental insurance protection, we first work to understand your business goals. Then we develop strategies that connect to those goals.
Developing a plan with creativity and experience to ensure you're covered
Our team will evaluate your current and potential future liabilities before developing a risk transfer plan to give your company financial stability if you experience a loss. With a plan in place, we take a robust and creative approach to marketing and placing coverage – using our experience and relationships with insurance carriers to negotiate the best terms possible.
Our Products and Services
Our expertise encompass:
Contractor’s Pollution legal liability
Asbestos removal liability
Manufacturing pollution exposures
Storage risks
Real estate transactional risks
Key Contacts
Andrew Curl
National Manager, Corporate Risks (Sydney)
andrew.curl@lockton.com
+61 424 395 467
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Questions? We'll guide you in the right direction.
Ask us about our products, services or anything else on your mind. Our insurance and risk specialists are here to help.
Talk to our teamEnvironmental FAQs
How can environmental insurance help manage risk?
Environmental insurance helps businesses:
Identify current and future environmental exposures
Transfer risk through tailored insurance coverage
Protect against financial losses and legal liabilities arising from pollution or environmental damage
It forms part of a broader risk management strategy, particularly for industries with potential environmental impact.
Which industries or businesses should consider environmental insurance?
Environmental insurance is valuable for a variety of sectors, including:
Property development and real estate
Construction and civil infrastructure
Manufacturing and heavy industry
Waste management and logistics
Any business that interacts with land, water, air, or hazardous materials can benefit from this type of cover.
What should businesses consider when choosing environmental coverage?
Key factors to consider include:
The nature and scope of your environmental risk exposure
Regulatory requirements and compliance obligations
Potential third-party liability or reputational risk
Customisation of policies to match operational needs
Engaging a broker or specialist advisor can help ensure coverage aligns with both risk and business strategy.
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