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— Case Studies
Dry Tinder: Why New Zealand Must Rethink Bushfire Risk
Bushfire risk has long been considered an Australian problem - but that assumption no longer holds. New Zealand experiences 4,000-5,000 vegetation fires annually, and climate change is reshaping the risk landscape. Longer fire seasons, hotter tempera …
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As technology outages become the new normal, staying operational means staying vigilant
From cloud outages to cybersecurity failures, the digital backbone of modern business is under constant strain. Recent high-profile disruptions — including the recent Amazon and Microsoft outages — have exposed just how vulnerable organizations can b …
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Casualty
SML coverage: evolving risks and how to approach a standalone renewal
Amid the backdrop of increasing scrutiny and societal awareness around sexual abuse litigation, insurance carriers are reviewing their portfolios for potential Sexual Misconduct Liability (SML) exposure. Consequently, non-renewals, exclusions, and po …
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Cyber
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 …
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Risk Management
Inside Risk: lithium-ion battery returns – managing property fire risk in the retail secto …
Lithium-ion batteries have become both ubiquitous and essential to our modern lives. Utilised in our homes, workplaces, and transportation, lithium-ion batteries provide a readily available and reliable source of power for devices, such as cars, e-bi …
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Marine
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 …
