Insights
There is always something exciting happening at Lockton. Here are just a few from our newsroom.
How the insurance industry enforces BESS safety standards
Lockton Associates from the Energy & Power team had the opportunity to brief John Milne MP ahead of a parliamentary debate held in the House of Commons, on 5 June 2025. Discussions focussed on safety regulations for battery energy storage systems (BE …
Why risk needs to be part of your renewable project narrative
As part of a global push towards a decarbonised grid, renewable project developers and investors are navigating increasingly complex risks, often beyond what standard project planning and contractual counterparty negotiations can manage. Proactive ri …
Payment considerations following ransomware attacks
Both the frequency and sophistication of ransomware attacks are rising. Affected businesses can be tempted to authorise requested ransom payments to renormalise operations as fast as possible. However, this is not a decision any company should hastil …
Cyber-physical risk in the marine sector: a wake-up call from the MSC Antonia
The recent grounding of the MSC Antonia near the Eliza Shoals off Jeddah on 10 May 2025 has brought into sharp focus the real-world consequences of cyber-physical attacks in the maritime sector – and particularly within the Middle East and North Afri …
Preparing your organisation for a potential ransomware payment ban
The increased prevalence of ransomware attacks is forcing the UK, along with many other countries, to explore mitigation tactics. One option is for a targeted ransomware payment ban to negate cybercriminals’ funding mechanism. In 2024, global ransomw …
Ensuring the right cargo cover amid tariff uncertainty
The recent US import tariff changes have created significant trade disruption in the cargo market: goods were expedited prior to expected tariff increases, or after the announcement, diverted to other destinations, or held in storage awaiting improve …
