Insights
There is always something exciting happening at Lockton. Here are just a few from our newsroom.
Key considerations for a ‘work from anywhere’ policy
The pandemic has not only normalised the concept of working from home, but it has also created the possibility and, for some, the wish, to work from a different country. While taxation issues have been addressed in some jurisdictions through the intr …
Contaminated frozen berries event highlights the need for crisis plan
A recent outbreak of hepatitis A in several countries caused by frozen berries has highlighted the need for a comprehensive crisis plan that helps reducing the financial and reputational impact of such events. Frozen strawberries and other frozen b …
Addressing the risks of pumped storage hydropower for a net zero world
As the world transitions to renewable energy and away from fossil fuels, solutions for energy storage to absorb the production excesses and deliver energy when demand exceeds supply will be in high demand. Pumped storage is among a series of options …
Cryptocurrency insurance – best practices for custodians
The contents of this article were originally delivered as a talk at an event hosted by Future Processing, on 27 April 2023. The advantages of cryptocurrencies continue to draw interest from investors and businesses, creating demand for crypto-related …
Despite below-average hurricane forecast, property owners must stay vigilant
The past several years have been difficult for most property insurance buyers, punctuated by one bad headline after another. Midway through summer 2022, insurers were already under pressure from accumulating natural catastrophe losses. By the end of …
The problem of ships ‘going dark’
By Tom Midttun, Head of Production Lockton Global Marine, and Stephen Hawke, Managing Director - London - Lockton P.L. Ferrari The automatic identification system (AIS) is a tried and tested tool to reduce the risk of collisions. The insurance mark …