All fire risk articles
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FeaturesSpotlight on: Health risks from gases released in lithium-ion battery fires
Fire is not the only danger with lithium-ion batteries. Here’s what risk managers need to know, and how to manage the threats
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FeaturesSpotlight on: wildfire risks and how to ensure business continuity
As wildfires spread across Europe and the Americas, Strategic Risk explores the steps risk managers can take to safeguard their employees and ensure business continuity
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AnalysisShipping threats are evolving - here’s what risk managers need to know
Shipping losses hit a record low in 2022, but a jump in fires, shadow tanker fleet and economic uncertainty pose new safety challenges
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AnalysisGuidelines for safe transport of Lithium-ion batteries introduced
Guidelines seek to prevent fire and other risks, ensuring a safer supply chain in the future
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AnalysisUnderinsurance risks remain as construction costs soar
Continuing high levels of inflation in construction costs could see claims disputes in the event of a property loss
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AnalysisUK property cladding risk dataset launches
It will enable insurers to better understand the risks posed by flammable cladding on highrise buildings
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OpinionThe hidden dangers of electric fleets
As more organisations switch to electric fleets, risk managers need to be aware of the dangers these battery-powered vehicles bring
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AnalysisStudy exposes ‘blind spots’ in risk preparations at sports stadiums
Ahead of the World Cup, a research paper highlights common causes of severity loss and key risk management lessons
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AnalysisBattery fires in shipping a significant safety issue
All parties in the supply chain must understand and mitigate risks of transporting lithium-ion batteries - AGCS
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Expert ViewsHydrogen: insurance supporting the evolution of a new energy economy
With the hydrogen economy poised for take-off, the insurance industry has a crucial role in supporting its end-to-end growth
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AnalysisCalls for solar industry to mitigate fire risk
With the number of PV installations dramatically increasing around the world, the threat of fire is growing
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AnalysisFire/explosion and nat cats remain top drivers of claim severity
Contingent BI claims spike due to broken supply chains, cyber claims remain elevated and inflation will add to claims severity, finds AGCS
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Analysis“No room for complacency” in shipping industry
Crew and port congestion challenges and the war in Ukraine are among the challenging headwinds - AGCS
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FeaturesContainer fires shine spotlight on lithium battery risks
Ecommerce platforms have facilitated trade in potentially lethal products, warns TT Club
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AnalysisComplex energy claims dropped during 2020-2021
Losses such as the Beirut explosion in 2020 and Winter Storm Uri were not included in the analysis
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AnalysisVessel fires remain key safety and supply chain risk
The total dollar value of goods on the Felicity Ace is estimated at $438m as blaze continues
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AnalysisAllianz Risk Barometer: Cyber and BI top concerns
’Business interrupted’ will remain the “key underlying risk theme” in 2022
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OpinionMinimising the risk of thermal runaway in renewable batteries
With modern applications of lithium-ion batteries relatively new, we’re just beginning to understand the implications of thermal runaway
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AnalysisFERMA Talks: Channelling strategic foresight
Horizon scanning is an essential tool for policymakers, explained European Commission vice president Maroš Šefčovič
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OpinionFire risk at battery energy storage systems
Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are essential for low carbon economies… but fires are hampering growth potential
