Backed by over 30 years’ experience, and supported by our network of partners around the world, our dedicated team of real estate and construction specialists have a detailed understanding of your particular issues and of your wider sector risks. We draw on our extensive network of some of the world’s best insurers to create a strategy that works for you.

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Targeted risk solutions, built to last

In the real estate and construction sector, risk creates uncertainty that can increase costs, erode stakeholder confidence and hinder delivery of project goals. We use risk management and insurance strategically to reduce this uncertainty, giving your business a competitive advantage while protecting your bottom line.

Backed by over 30 years’ experience, and supported by our network of partners around the world, our dedicated team of real estate and construction specialists have a detailed understanding of your particular issues and of your wider sector risks. We draw on our extensive network of some of the world’s best insurers to create a strategy that works for you.

Wherever you are in the property/development cycle, we focus on your business, your risks and your needs. We work in partnership with you to develop solutions in your interests, supporting your firm’s long-term success.

What we bring to your business

  • Exceptional service - Lockton has a client retention rate of 98%, thanks to our exceptional standards of service and our commitment to meeting your changing needs

  • Full transparency - We provide open and honest advice and are fully transparent about fees, so you know exactly what you are paying for at every stage

  • Efficient claims - We understand the importance of a fast and proficient claims service and have our own in-house dedicated claims team for both real estate and construction claims, to assist every step of the way

  • Value assured - We negotiate the broadest terms at the most competitive rates – our policy wording goes beyond those of non-specialist brokers

  • The right solution - Whether you are looking for tailored cover or risk transfer solutions, we bring the same level of scrutiny, knowledge and enthusiasm to every client, making sure we understand every aspect of your needs and aspirations

Areas of expertise

  • International property portfolio risk programmes for residential and commercial real estate

  • Specialist solutions for contractors from house building to civil engineering projects worldwide

  • Total project insurance – you have control of the programme

  • Private finance initiative (PFI) and public private partnership (PPP) projects – due diligence consultancy for investors, lenders and government bodies

  • Power, energy, infrastructure and regeneration projects

  • Contingent and special risks, including rights to light, title, judicial review etc.

  • Risk management advice and guidance

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Lockton Denmark Contacts

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Kirsten Steen Frederiksen

Head of Construction, SVP
kirsten.frederiksen@lockton.com
+45 4030 3676

News and Insights

We are pleased to share the Lockton H1 2024 London Insurance Market Update, intended to keep you abreast with underwriting and risk trends from a London Market perspective. This issue contains insights from 20 business segments across Lockton, along with a spotlight feature on our MENA operations and trends pertinent to that market. Our largest update to date, it is a testament to our continued growth as a business. London Market Insurance Update H1 2024

The risk evolution of automated storage systems

Automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS’s) are being used in warehouses more frequently to improve efficiency. The technology has the potential to reduce human error, optimise space utilisation, and enable faster order fulfilment. However, claims resulting from system failures and insufficient risk mitigation measures are on the rise. Businesses need to identify, monitor, and protect against potential hazards, particularly those related to fire, not least to be able to secure appropriate insurance cover.Automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS’s) are being used in warehouses more frequently to improve efficiency. The technology has the potential to reduce human error, optimise space utilisation, and enable faster order fulfilment. However, claims resulting from system failures and insufficient risk mitigation measures are on the rise. Businesses need to identify, monitor, and protect against potential hazards, particularly those related to fire, not least to be able to secure appropriate insurance cover.

Addressing the growing risk of blades detaching from wind turbines

Wind turbines are an increasingly popular form of energy generation. Although dependent on size, their ability to potentially power a home for two days with a single rotation has contributed to a 9% YoY growth of total installed wind capacity to 906 GW in 2022, according to the Global Wind Energy Council. However, a recent incident in the the UK where a wind turbine shed blades highlights the changing weather conditions that designers have to  address, when looking at the extremes of weather that may be seen in operation.  Wind turbines are an increasingly popular form of energy generation. Although dependent on size, their ability to potentially power a home for two days with a single rotation has contributed to a 9% YoY growth of total installed wind capacity to 906 GW in 2022, according to the Global Wind Energy Council. However, a recent incident in the the UK where a wind turbine shed blades highlights the changing weather conditions that designers have to  address, when looking at the extremes of weather that may be seen in operation.

Professional services firms: how to navigate cyber risks

In an era dominated by digital transformation, the professional services sector is perched on the precipice of cyber risk. As firms increasingly digitise their operations, the allure of efficiency and convenience is accompanied by a lurking threat: the ever-evolving realm of cyber threats.In an era dominated by digital transformation, the professional services sector is perched on the precipice of cyber risk. As firms increasingly digitise their operations, the allure of efficiency and convenience is accompanied by a lurking threat: the ever-evolving realm of cyber threats.
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