Viewpoint: Staying ahead of the game (Insurance Day)

Our Head of Construction, James Cronje, and Construction Underwriter, Max Akpobasah, share their thoughts in Insurance Day’s Viewpoint section on how the insurance industry can play a crucial role in supporting Morocco as the country prepares to host the 2025 AFCON and 2030 World Cup.

James and Max discuss how hosting international events of this scale generates a sense of urgency, momentum, and collective energy, prompting both individuals and regulatory authorities to collaborate and support necessary changes.

However, with Morocco prone to earthquakes, it is vital this exposure is taken into consideration in design and engineering, and adequate risk mitigation is implemented for the period of construction.

Opportunities for the insurance industry in Morocco are clear, with James and Max describing how insurance can support long-term infrastructure and community projects, ensuring their sustainability and resilience via re/insurance solutions.

ASR work towards filling the insurance gap that exists within Africa and For Morocco’s construction industry, construction insurance can enhance the quality and longevity of these projects and contribute to the lasting prosperity.

Read the full article ‘Staying ahead of the game’ here.