AXA XL
AXA XL, the new division of AXA Group, combines XL Group operations, AXA Corporate Solutions and AXA Art, to provide property, casualty and specialty risk insurance and risk management products and services for mid-sized companies through to multinationals, and reinsurance solutions to insurance companies globally. We partner with those who move the world forward. To learn more, visit www.axaxl.com
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How to keep ahead of evolving fine art and specie risks
Fine art and specie is a class of insurance available to clients across sectors and in countries globally. This article discusses how advances in technology are impacting some of the most prominent risks for clients and considers the benefits brought about by international insurance programmes.
Hackers on the job site: Cyber attacks target construction
Today’s construction operations are deeply reliant on technology, yet all of the technology comes with one overarching hazard – the possibility of a cyber breach. This article looks at the risks posed to the construction industry and the steps organisations can take to reduce data breach risks.
Constructive conversations: Optimising opportunities for project owners
Solving complex construction risks for project owners means bringing all the expertise to the table - risk engineers, multi-line underwriting and claims. This article highlights how project owners can optimise opportunities within the construction industry.
Specie insurance: A valuable form of coverage
An important but lesser-known niche of the global insurance industry is specie insurance. This specialised form of coverage is essentially about protecting high-value, portable items – such as precious metals, gems, securities, cash and even cryptocurrency. Download this article to find out more.
Head hazards: Concussions in the workplace
Workers employed in construction, firefighting, public safety and mining run a risk of suffering concussions and other traumatic brain injuries on the job. This article highlights the major causes of workplace brain injuries and how employers can manage traumatic brain injuries and concussions.
Let's Talk: The nature of terrorism is changing
Recent tragic events have highlighted that the terrorism risk continues to evolve. In this article, Mark Steddon, Senior Underwriter Terrorism & Political Violence at AXA XL in London discusses the changing landscape and the insurance market’s response.
Cyber endorsements: The why and how of cyber protection
Many small and mid-sized businesses are not adequately protected against a cyber breach or attack. This article highlights how cyber endorsements are an affordable option that allows smaller businesses to protect themselves against the cost of a cyber attack.
More than a check in a box: The importance of external reference checks
This article highlights why it’s important for organisations undertaking a subcontractor selection process to broaden their prequalification approach to include additional information – including a thorough check of your potential subcontractors’ references.
Best practices for promoting site safety: Tried, true and non-capital intensive
This article highlights how new technologies and innovative approaches being introduced today in conjunction with a familiar set of tried and true best practices are proving to be effective in safeguarding a company’s physical assets.
Business planning that looks beyond the bottom line
Business planning has lots of moving parts, volumes of data to analyse, and an operating environment with market conditions that constantly change. So, what’s the best approach? In this article, Gary Kaplan, President, North America Construction at XL Catlin shares his top tips.