Insights

How to tackle construction’s mental health crisis

08/05/2025

Construction companies, how’s your workers’ wellbeing? Find out simple steps for improving your staff mental health – and boost business at the same time.

The risk of PFAS in construction for UK contractors and developers

01/05/2025

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have long been integral to various construction materials and products. However, they have recently come to the attention of some construction insurance companies. How can UK contractors and developers respond?

Global construction market update

30/04/2025

Marsh’s latest Construction Market Update provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the insurance market across key coverages relevant to construction companies around the world.

Global construction risk review

30/04/2025

Marsh’s latest Construction Risk Review brings together analysis of major contractors’ annual reports, a survey of more than 230 construction industry professionals, and Marsh expert insight to explore six of the most significant risks facing the sector.

Contractor insolvency: All change for construction companies?

14/04/2025

As inflation rises, the chance of contractor insolvency increases. Discover how construction companies are dealing with the situation.

EV Charging Stations in Strata Buildings – Navigating Fire Safety from an Insurance and Design Perspective

26/03/2025

EV Charging Stations in Strata Buildings – Navigating Fire Safety from an Insurance and Design Perspective.

Rise of the refurb: Coverage for existing structures during construction works

11/03/2025

Refurbishment guidance note 2025 – understand the coverage for existing structures during construction works and extensions.

The Rise of Mass Timber - Episode 5

09/12/2024

Learn how mass timber impacts real estate insurance, the need for research, and tips for developers to secure optimal coverage and manage operational risks.

Combustible cladding: Key takeaways and implications for professional indemnity insurance

20/11/2024

We unpack key insights from CSV’s Compliance in building design report and potential insurance and claims implications of the combustible cladding situation in Australia.

2 essential components to optimise insurability for construction projects

11/11/2024

2 essential steps to optimise construction insurance with effective risk register reviews.

Resilience in construction: How a positive safety culture can reduce risk

21/10/2024

With trading environments under pressure from risks including inflation, climate change, and cyberattacks, focusing on employee health and safety can provide construction businesses with a way to increase resilience.

Changes to minimum terms and conditions for regulated surveyors

07/10/2024

Understand the latest changes to RICS minimum terms and conditions for surveyors professional indemnity insurance. How do the changes impact regulated surveyors?

Emerging technology in construction – risks and opportunities

19/09/2024

New and emerging technologies are presenting the construction industry with a broad range of transformative opportunities for enhanced business growth, operational efficiencies, and much more.

Construction insurance market update 2024: Australia

29/08/2024

Most clients with construction risks experienced stable renewals in the first half of 2024 as the insurance market continues to stabilise. Explore the latest construction insurance market insights and trends.

Marsh UK 2024 Construction AI & Cyber Event

13/08/2024

Discover insights on artificial intelligence and cyber security from Marsh’s UK Construction Practice.

Navigating Geopolitical Risks in Infrastructure Development

04/07/2024

Infrastructure development is essential to build global economic growth, connectivity and for an improving quality of life.

The Rise of Mass Timber — Episode 4

02/07/2024

The Mass Timber Insurance Playbook, released in May 2023 by The Alliance for Sustainable Building Products, is a valuable resource for mass timber developers.

Risk in Context Podcast: Addressing people challenges within the construction industry

04/06/2024

The global construction industry continues to face a significant talent shortage.

Resilience in construction – physical climate risk

30/05/2024

With a proactive approach to risk mitigation and adaptation, companies within the construction industry can build their resilience against both current and emerging climate-related risks.

The Rise of Mass Timber - Episode 3

29/04/2024

How do construction insurers view mass timber projects? Check out the third episode in our series, The Rise of Mass Timber, to gain perspective from a construction underwriter.

Refurbishing existing buildings: Increased interest for latent defects insurance (LDI)

26/03/2024

Discover how owners and developers can utilise latent defects insurance (LDI) to protect refurbishments on existing properties.

The Rise of Mass Timber - Episode 2

26/02/2024

Many developers are choosing to build with mass timber in favour of traditional materials – to learn more check out the second episode of our new series, The Rise of Mass Timber.

The Rise of Mass Timber - Episode 1

25/01/2024

The global construction market is experiencing significant growth in demand for mass timber products and solutions – discover the first episode in our new series, The Rise of Mass Timber.

Going nuclear: The rise of the small modular reactor (SMR)

04/01/2024

Net zero targets and energy security are driving global interest in SMRs.

Mental health and wellbeing within the UK construction industry

05/12/2023

Learn about mental health and wellbeing within the UK construction industry.

Getting Concrete about Cyber: Mitigating Risks for Construction

03/12/2023

Find out the risks, challenges, and opportunities of technological advancement in the built environment.

Marsh UK 2023 Construction Summit - The Future of Risk

03/12/2023

Leaders and specialists offered insights and advice on how to navigate these developments to key clients and prospects across the industry.

Artificial Intelligence in Construction

03/12/2023

Discover how AI has the potential to revolutionise building processes.

Contractor risk review 2022

26/10/2023

The report shows new challenges emerged in 2021 and 2022 that tested contractors and put pressure on their operating margins, including record rates of inflation.

Attracting and retaining talent in the construction industry

26/10/2023

According to the Associated Builders and Contractors, the construction industry in the US averaged more than 391,000 job openings per month in 2022.

2023 Marsh Global Contractors' Handbook

26/10/2023

We are pleased to share the 2023 Marsh global contractors’ handbook with you, featuring perspectives from business leaders as well as strategic partners with expertise in the construction industry.

Mitigating the risk of cyberattack: The value of cyber insurance

26/10/2023

While the adoption of new technologies and digital processes brings a number of advantages to construction businesses, it also increases the risk of being targeted by a cyberattack.

Building the possible with IoT

26/10/2023

Latium Technologies discusses Internet of Things (IoT) solutions — devices with sensors and other technologies that collect and exchange data for efficient building process while mitigating risk.

Climate change: Managing the implications on construction

26/10/2023

As construction projects become more audacious in scale and geography, and the number of climate-related disasters increases, there is a demand for more intelligence around climate risk and how it can be managed.

Taking off: Drone use in the construction sector

26/10/2023

The rise of drone use in the construction industry could soon see them become commonplace on project sites of all sizes across the globe.

Six trends shaping the future of the global construction industry

26/10/2023

The industry is undergoing a profound transformation, propelled by technological advancements, changing demographics, and a growing emphasis on sustainability.

Navigating uninsured and uninsurable risks in the construction industry

26/10/2023

Uninsured and uninsurable risks can jeopardise the successful completion of a project and contribute to profit-at-risk (PaR) exposure, threatening the financial sustainability of the organisations involved.

Risk in Context Podcast: How technology is transforming construction and underwriting processes

09/10/2023

The construction industry is evolving at a fast pace. Several organisations are using innovative technology, pioneering methods, and new materials to respond to the challenges they’re facing.

Hydrogen project construction

03/10/2023

Discover project diversity and underwriters’ approach to hydrogen risks.

A Professional Indemnity Guide for Building Surveyors Under the Professional Standards Scheme

03/10/2023

Understanding Professional Indemnity Insurance: A Guide for Building Surveyors Under the Professional Standards Scheme

Achieving a net-zero carbon built environment

20/09/2023

Read our article to learn about the 2023 London Climate Action Week (LCAW) event we hosted with Grimshaw.

Construction companies turning to captives to overcome challenging conditions

31/07/2023

Construction industry companies are increasingly utilising a non-traditional method to manage their risks in the face of challenging insurance market conditions, Marsh data has revealed.

Insurance procurement for a mass timber project

20/07/2023

Insurers are often cautious in underwriting mass timber projects. We explore why — and how Marsh can help our clients procure insurance for developments incorporating mass timber.

Construction businesses have work to do in sustainability transition readiness

22/06/2023

The construction industry’s readiness finding came from comparing the results of various organisations completing Marsh’s award-winning Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Risk Rating tool.

Climate change and impact on construction

09/05/2023

Discover how the UK construction industry can work to mitigate climate change for infrastructure projects.

UK Contractor Risk Review 2022

24/04/2023

Reduce risk now. Find out how the UK’s top construction firms manage their most pressing business threats in the Contractor Risk Review.

Global construction market update

16/04/2023

Join Marsh Specialty Construction practice on Tuesday 25 April 2023 for our latest Market Update webinars.

Construction and technology: Risk considerations

28/03/2023

Technology uptake is on the increase in construction. How should contractors and developers evaluate risks for their projects?

Meet the Marsh Team at UKREiiF

17/03/2023

The Marsh Specialty UK Construction Practice attended the second annual UKREiiF conference in Leeds.

Parametric insurance: How it can benefit construction companies

13/03/2023

Discover how parametric insurance can pay out for natural catastrophes and more, in a matter of days.

The unique construction risks of long-duration energy storage system projects

06/03/2023

LDES facilities are becoming more necessary as we near toward a greener future, yet insurance is one of the highest expenses for these projects.

Chemical and polymer projects

02/03/2023

How to navigate the construction insurance market for global chemical and polymer projects.

Construction Risk Summit 2023 snapshot: 5 top takeaways

26/02/2023

Asia Construction Market Update 2022

19/02/2023

Get the latest Global and Asia construction industry insurance market and risk trends — with expert insights — in this Market Update by Marsh.

3 ways construction companies can mitigate project risk and improve resilience

06/12/2022

As construction companies seek ways to improve competitiveness and reap the promise of renewed spending in the sector, companies should focus on 3 actions.

How can we solve the £100 billion mental health crisis within UK construction?

17/10/2022

How can the construction industry improve mental health? Discover how to help struggling workers, boost productivity, reduce absenteeism and improve staff retention.

Waste to Energy

03/10/2022

The Waste to Energy sector has suffered a large number of losses in recent years; what are the implications for construction companies?

Hydropower projects: Insurance Market Update

28/09/2022

Globally, more than 1730 hydropower projects are planned or under construction. How much are large project losses affecting insurance?

Construction defects: Insurance coverage, exclusions and claims

28/09/2022

Insurance is a key method of risk transfer in construction projects. This paper explores levels of defects coverage and exclusions and how they impact a claim.

Climate change: (re)insurance implications for construction

04/09/2022

Experts from Guy Carpenter share their thoughts on implications from climate changes in construction industry.

Litigious issues for contractors in the post-COVID era

31/08/2022

As the construction industry looks to improve its ESG performance, it is paramount to rethink cost structures and identify emerging drivers of litigation.

Scarcity of project-specific professional liability cover adds to construction challenges

25/08/2022

Construction projects continue to face challenges as insurance market conditions force contractors and design professionals to explore risk-financing alternatives.

Solvency Risks in Construction Projects

04/08/2022

Defective Premises Act: Professional indemnity (PI) insurance considerations

17/07/2022

Discover the implications of the Defective Premises Act (DPA) for construction professionals and their professional indemnity (PI) insurance.

The risk profile of modern methods of construction

17/07/2022

A Marsh Specialty collaboration with the Department of Engineering within the University of Cambridge

Special delivery: risk and insurance considerations for logistics centres

11/07/2022

The meteoric rise of online shopping in recent years has contributed to an explosion in logistics centres.

Modern Methods of Construction (MMC): A client perspective

02/07/2022

Find out how construction companies can risk manage their Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) projects in order to bring comfort to insurers.

Build to Rent: Construction risks for property owners and developers

23/06/2022

Build to Rent projects might seem like any other development but insurance issues become more complex due to the multiple stakeholders involved.

Inflation: The impact on insurance for the construction industry

22/06/2022

As inflation rates soar in many countries, construction companies need to consider the impact of rising costs, persisting supply chain pressures, and raw material shortages on their insurance program.

Modern Methods of Construction (MMC): An insurer’s perspective

14/06/2022

Find out how construction companies can risk manage their modern methods of construction (mmc) projects in order to bring comfort to insurers.

Inflation: The impact on the construction sector

10/06/2022

Construction companies are feeling the effects — not only are essential materials and skilled labour significantly more expensive, but supply chain pressures and shortages are making it harder to secure needed construction materials.

How contractors can improve cash flow and profitability

09/06/2022

Marsh Advisory has identified seven areas of a risk and insurance program that construction contractors could review to improve cash flow and profitability.

Risk in Context Podcast: Risk management priorities as inflation impacts construction projects

23/05/2022

In this episode of Marsh’s Risk in Context podcast, Richard Gurney, talks to Kelly Outram, and Gaurav Kapoor. They look at the different ways in which inflation is impacting the construction industry and projects and discuss actions that contractors and project owners can take to address multiple risks.

The insurability of modern methods of construction

03/05/2022

Modern methods of construction’s uptake could be hindered in the UK by insurance companies’ risk appetites. Find out more in our new paper, the insurability of MMC.

Construction: 2021 Pacific Insurance Market Recap Report

30/03/2022

In 2021, the Pacific construction insurance market experienced similar challenges to the global construction insurance market, yet there were positive signs that “new” capacity was starting to return to the region. We look at key coverage and underwriting trends, the the influence of ESG concerns, and the outlook for 2022.

Brexit One Year On: What’s the effect on UK construction?

14/03/2022

Since the UK left the EU’s single market and customs union, UK contractors have faced many hurdles. Our paper offers insight into how Brexit and COVID-19 affected the bankability of projects.

Lithium-ion battery manufacturing plants – risk and insurance considerations

23/02/2022

Huge demand for technology has led to growing need for lithium batteries, for which insurance availability is key. Our paper gives an overview of project risks and insurance considerations.

The impact of high-rise construction in Australia

23/02/2022

Marsh explores the key risks surrounding high-rise construction in Australia and how to avoid costly losses and delays through an appropriate risk management and insurance strategy.

Principal-Controlled Insurance Programs (PCIP)

22/02/2022

A principal-controlled insurance program holds many advantages that can deliver value to construction project owners and developers.

Structural defects in high-rise construction

17/02/2022

There has been much recent commentary in the media regarding the potential impacts of the appearance of structural defects in completed high-rise buildings. Here Marsh examines the role of insurance for owners, builders and designers / consultants.

Materials shortages: What are the true costs?

25/01/2022

Materials shortages are headline news. For months, contractors and developers have worried about reports of price hikes and dwindling supplies, and there is conflicting news about whether the worst is over.

Delay in Start Up (DSU) Insurance for Construction Projects

16/01/2022

A delay in project completion can severely impact income streams derived from construction projects. Marsh examines the role of Delay in Start Up (DSU) insurance to mitigate this risk.

Contractor Risk Review 2021

28/11/2021

Read our latest annual Contractor Risk Review 2021. Discover how top UK construction companies are managing the most pressing threats to their businesses.

Off-site storage of construction materials: Risk and insurance considerations

17/11/2021

Supply chain management for construction projects has become even more challenging over the last 18 months. With increasing lead times, potential product shortages, and rising escalation, some principals and contractors are looking to manage these risks by ordering materials well in advance of the expected need, to mitigate threats to the critical path and project budget.

Spotlight on: The risk landscape of the Australian construction industry

16/11/2021

Increased momentum is expected across all construction sectors as the industry helps drive Australia's economic recovery following the global pandemic. This article explores the current risk landscape and exposures impacting the industry.

Insurance considerations in joint ventures

01/11/2021

In this paper, we explore joint venture (JV) relationships, identifying key insurance issues that need to be given consideration, prior to the formation, and during the operation of any JV.

Data centre construction

14/10/2021

Rocketing data usage is driving a construction boom for data centres, but contractors and developers must navigate a specialised risk and insurance landscape to ensure the success of their projects.

Sky-high risk: The impact of tall tower construction in the UK

06/10/2021

Read our new white paper on the impact of tall tower construction in the UK, focussing on the trends that are shaping their development and the risks involved in their construction.

How the insurance market views cross laminated timber

29/09/2021

Internet of Materials

23/09/2021

Calculating the carbon footprint in the build environment

22/09/2021

Construction transforms to address climate change

22/09/2021

Key Construction Markets

22/09/2021

Global Construction Outlook

21/09/2021

The Future of Construction Report

21/09/2021

Today there are a variety of forces driving the global construction industry in a direction of rapid growth and change.

The Future of Construction

21/09/2021

A global forecast for construction to 2030 issued in partnership with Oxford Economics and Guy Carpenter.

Risks of Using Low-Carbon Cement

01/09/2021

Although there is now increased interest in low-carbon cement due to rising global warming concerns, their adoption comes with risks that need to be considered. Learn more in the seventh edition of our construction magazine, Building Sight.

Streets Paved with Reused Waste Material

01/09/2021

In the seventh edition of our construction magazine Building Sight, we look at how countries around the world are increasingly using waste materials to reinforce asphalt mixes for highways, meaning less waste is going to landfills.

Advanced Gas Turbine Insurance: The New Rules for Going to Market

31/08/2021

For those working with prototypical technology such as advanced gas turbines, leaving their insurance to the last minute means having to weather the worst of any price hikes, restrictive wordings, greater exclusions and higher excess.

Using Waste as Alternative Construction Materials

31/08/2021

In the seventh edition of our construction magazine Building Sight, we look at how using waste organic materials in construction can help cut embodied carbon emissions and divert waste away from landfill and incineration.

Construction Industry Insolvencies Expected to Rise: Credit Insurance Considerations

19/07/2021

As COVID-19 government support winds down and the price of construction materials continues to soar, we look at the trade credit insurance considerations.

Building with Cross Laminated Timber: Insurance Considerations

13/06/2021

As the use of cross laminated timber increases in the construction sector, including redevelopment of existing assets, we explore the insurance implications.

2021 Interim Contractors Risk Review

07/06/2021

Our Interim Contractors Risk Review gives an update of some of the key risks affecting the construction industry since we issued our Contractor Risk Review in September 2020, and which have come to particular prominence since.

Three Actions to Address Mental Health in the Construction Industry

11/05/2021

Construction companies have a role to play in addressing mental stress among their employees. Three key actions can help address the escalating challenge.

Construction Insurance Market Update

18/04/2021

A regional and global review of the insurance market conditions being experienced by the construction industry.

Construction Industry: Innovating to Ensure Sustainability

28/02/2021

Construction companies face rapidly evolving challenges, innovation will be key to ensuring the industry’s sustainability.

Refurbishment Works: How Construction Insurance Price Rises Could Affect Fit-Out Projects

27/02/2021

While “don’t demolish, refurbish” is a sustainable, time-friendly option for redevelopment schemes, insurance market changes could reduce its cost-effectiveness. Read the first of our two-part article series to find out why.

How Integrated Project Insurance is Changing Construction Project Risk

11/02/2021

The dominance, and disadvantages, of traditional design and build procurement are being challenged by a new generation of advanced insurance-backed alliancing (IBA) contracts.

Construction Insurance Market Recap 2020

31/12/2020

In the 2019 edition of Constructive Insight, Marsh JLT Specialty’s team of global construction experts discuss the state of the insurance market across key classes of insurance for construction companies around the world.

How Construction Companies Can Manage Their Liquidity Challenges

02/12/2020

In today’s environment construction companies need to consider both traditional and alternative sources of cash to support their financial stability.

CAR Insurance Market Update

16/11/2020

Some insurers have withdrawn from the contractors' all risks (CAR) sector, and capacity is tightening. Discover the implications for construction companies in our latest blog.

Five Ways COVID-19 Has Impacted Construction Companies

26/10/2020

COVID-19 has fundamentally changed the business models, ways of working and risk profiles of many global construction companies.

Improving Construction Cover with an Owner Controlled Insurance Programme (OCIP)

01/10/2020

Opting for OCIPs means owners and developers are enjoying benefits, including potential reduced costs, and also have more control when claims arise.

Contractor Risk Review 2020

17/09/2020

We analysed the top construction companies in the UK to discover how they perceive, quantify and manage the risks to their businesses. The results can be found in the Contractor Risk Review 2020 (CRR), the new white paper from Marsh JLT Specialty’s Construction, Infrastructure and Surety Practice, which is available for download now.

UK Contractors’ Top 10 Risks: Research Findings

17/09/2020

What are the most pressing business risks identified by the UK’s leading construction companies? Read this summary of the key findings in our new white paper, the Contractor Risk Review 2020.

Construction PP Insurance Market Update for Contractors and Developers

17/06/2020

The professional indemnity (PI) construction insurance market has seen narrowing coverage and increasing costs for placements and renewals since mid-2018; increases are highly likely in 2020, and the implications of COVID-19 are to be seen.

The Construction Industry Rises to the Plastics Challenge

02/06/2020

In the seventh edition of our construction magazine Building Sight, we look at how the construction industry is helping to reduce waste by using less and finding ways to use more recycled materials.

International Insurance Coverage: Might Construction Companies Be Spending Too Much?

28/11/2019

They may be paying a price for their cautious approach to insurance. A global program might be the answer without exposing themselves to financial, compliance breaches, and other penalties.

Construction Insurance Market Update

19/11/2019

Marsh JLT Specialty’s team of global construction experts discuss the state of the insurance market across key classes of insurance for construction companies around the world in our Constructive Insight magazine.