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Heavy Storms Flood Several States in Southeast U.S.
May 11, 2010
Heavy storms hit the Southeast United States on May 2, flooding parts of Tennessee, Mississippi, Kentucky, and Georgia. >>
Marsh Survey to Measure Pandemic Preparedness
May 10, 2010
Marsh Risk Consulting (MRC) is conducting a major survey to benchmark the ability of organizations to respond to the threat of a pandemic that originates in, or spreads to, China. >>
New Georgia Law Sets Standards to Protect Workers from Combustible Dust Explosions
May 06, 2010
As of March 7, 2010, the State of Georgia has put in place stricter regulations governing companies that produce, process, or handle combustible particulate solids. >>
Attempted Times Square Bombing Highlights Need for Terrorism Insurance
May 05, 2010
The thwarted plot to blow up a sport utility vehicle in New York’s Times Square on May 1 serves as a reminder that the threat of terrorism remains at the forefront of risk manageme... >>
Volcanic Eruption Causes New Flight Delays in United Kingdom, Ireland
May 04, 2010
Fresh ash from Iceland's Eyjafjallajokull volcano, coupled with a change in wind direction, resulted in several hours of airport closures in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland... >>
Homeland Security's New Regulations Likely to Affect Chemical Companies
May 03, 2010
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued new security regulations (6 CFR 27) that are likely to affect many chemical processing, manufacturing, and storage facilities. >>
Silicon Valley Technology Center of Excellence
April 30, 2010
Marsh's Technology Center of Excellence is a national resource for risk and insurance issues facing the industry. It consists of the technology-dedicated San Jose office and our Sa... >>
Marsh Survey to Measure How Companies Respond to Business Interruption
April 29, 2010
Recent crises such the Icelandic volcano eruption, earthquakes around the globe, food and automotive recalls, are a reminder that a sound business recovery plan is crucial for any... >>
U.S. Businesses May Face Credit Risks From Chinese Currency Manipulation
April 28, 2010
Recent news reports have highlighted the pressure on China to allow the yuan to appreciate — and stirred the debate over whether U.S. consumers and businesses would benefit from th... >>
National Oil Companies Can Use Captives to Manage Enterprise-wide Insurance Needs
April 26, 2010
New research reveals that only a small proportion of the world's National Oil Companies (NOCs) own and operate their own insurance vehicles. >>
Violent Storm Hits Northeast India
April 23, 2010
A fleeting, but violent tornado swept through northeastern India on April 15, uprooting trees and causing power outages with 75mph wind gusts (level F1 on the Fujita Tornado scale)... >>
Earthquake Hits Rural China, Impact on Businesses Low
April 23, 2010
A 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck China's Qinghai province on April 14, followed by three strong aftershocks. Thousands of homes collapsed in the impoverished Yushu region, leavin... >>
New China Law Expands Liability for Defective Products, Environmental Pollution
April 22, 2010
Effective July 1, 2010, the new Tort Liability Law of the People's Republic of China expands consumer protection from defective products and introduces punitive damages for compani... >>
Iceland Volcano Eruption Could Disrupt Supply Chains
April 21, 2010
An eruption at the Eyjafjallajökull volcano in southern Iceland last week has generated an ash plume that has disrupted air traffic and trade across Europe. Several major airports ... >>
Proposed Cuts to TRIA Funding Creates Uncertainty in Terrorism Insurance Market
April 20, 2010
The proposed 2011 budget released by the Obama Administration includes a reduction in federal support for the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA). >>
Companies Entering Space Travel Business Face Wide Range of Risks
April 19, 2010
As its space shuttle program winds down, NASA plans to look to the private sector to fill the gap for space travel — creating both significant opportunities for businesses as well ... >>
More Than 200 Dead in Brazil Floods
April 16, 2010
A record-breaking downpour fell in Rio de Janiero within 24 hours on April 6 and April 7, killing more than 200 people. >>
U.S. Law Extends National Flood Insurance Program Through May 31
April 16, 2010
The U.S. Congress passed and President Obama signed into law yesterday an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through May, 31, 2010. The law extends the flood... >>
Strong Quake Strikes Sumatra, Causing Minor Damage
April 12, 2010
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck the Indonesian island of Sumatra recently, triggering a tsunami alert and power outages. Although at least three aftershocks followed, injuries an... >>
Political Unrest Continues in Thailand
April 09, 2010
Protesters have amassed recently in Bangkok, Thailand, calling for new elections, storming Parliament, and disrupting business in the capital. More than 30 embassies and the Touris... >>
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