Insights
There is always something exciting happening at Lockton. Here are just a few from our newsroom.
Inside Risk: Sprinkler protection in enclosed parking structures
The property fire risk of cars and associated enclosed parking areas has changed significantly over recent decades, increasing the risk of a large loss. Many modern vehicles have increased in size and incorporate bigger quantities of combustible mate …
Law firms: digital assets and blockchain risks
From blockchain-based payment systems to clients’ token offerings, law firms are increasingly finding themselves giving advice around digital assets, blockchain, and other forms of distributed ledger technology (DLT). Given the evolving regulatory la …
Mitigating the risk of cannabis farming within UK commercial properties
Mitigating the risk of cannabis farming within UK commercial properties Whilst illegal cannabis farming is not an unknown risk to property owners, historically, industrial units and remote warehouses were the primary targets for this type of operati …
Inside Risk: Managing the risk of green and living walls
Green walls (also referred to as living walls or vertical gardens) have become increasingly common within our urban landscape. Typically incorporated into the vertical structures of buildings, they are promoted to boost biodiversity, reduce air pollu …
Impending Port Strike: Insurance and Risk Management Implications
As it has many times before, the International Longshore Association (ILA) is once again threatening a strike, beginning October 1, that could shut down major ports along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the United States, with significant repercussio …
Growth in mining M&A spurs W&I/R&W insurance demand
Precious metals now play a critical role in several emerging industries, providing a core component in everything from AI-powered microchips to booming clean energy infrastructure. It’s therefore no surprise the global precious metals market is proje …
