Agenda 2020

Wednesday 14th October 2020

13.55-14.00

Delegates Join Online Meeting Using Credentials Provided at Registration

14.00-14.25

Opening Keynote Address: New Technology Solutions for Increased Protection, Performance and Sustainability

The 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) brings new technologies and capabilities to the global energy sector that can dramatically enhance the way we work and execute our programs. We will discuss the opportunity to apply these new technologies and how leading energy operators can achieve material improvement in their operations.

Presenter: Taylor Shinn, Vice President – Strategy, Marketing and Ventures – Digital Solutions, Baker Hughes

14.25-15.20

Panel Discussion: London Calling?

London in Lockdown: Lessons Learnt. How did the market function when everyone was working from home? What worked, what didn’t, what did we learn and what could we do better if a similar event occurs?

Moderator: Marc Giovannetti, Senior Executive General Adjuster, Engle Martin & Associates

Speakers: James Flude, Chief Underwriting Officer, Lancashire Group

Tim Halperin-Smith, Partner – Energy & Power, McGill and Partners

Rosalia Charitos, Risk and Insurance Manager, INEOS Oil & Gas

15.20-15.50

Networking Session

During this time, a peer-to-peer networking session will take place.

15.50-16.30

Panel Discussion: Energy Claims Work Group Innovation Project

How can the claims process be improved?

Moderator: Leo Dixon, Chief Executive Officer, Integra Technical Services

Speakers: Tom Upton, Claims Manager, Markel International

Ciara Wright, Assistant Claims Manager, Tokio Marine Kiln

Patricia Castro, Head of Energy Claims, Convex Insurance

16.30-18.00

‘Drinks’ and Networking – End of Day One

 

Thursday 15th October 2020

13.55-14.00

Delegates Join Online Meeting Using Credentials Provided at Registration

14.00-14.25

Keynote Address: The World of the ‘Mega Broker’: What to Expect and is it Sustainable?

This session will look at the recent trend for large mergers, why it is happening and what it means for the market.

Presenter: Andrew Herring, Chief Executive Officer, Energy and Power, Marsh JLT Specialty

14.25-15.20

Panel Discussion: Relationships Matter

This panel will look at how clients and brokers can get the most from the relationship including how it affects products, expectations and communication. We’ll explore areas such as what clients, brokers and insurers are good or bad at, each parties’ priorities throughout the process and areas for improvement.

Moderator: Paul Lowrie, Partner – Energy Insurance, Clyde & Co LLP London

Speakers: Nick Coffey, Director, INDECS

Bertie Troughton, Upstream Energy Underwriter, International General Insurance Co. Ltd

Blake Roseveare, Business Leader, Lockton Global Energy (LGE)

Sarah Benjamin, Divisional Head of Claims, Specialty, Ed Broking LLP

15.20-15.50

Networking Session

During this time, a peer-to-peer networking session will take place.

15.50-16.15

Keynote Address: Testing the Waters

An insight into the pivotal High Court case for Business Interruption.

Presenter: Nigel Cooper, Queen’s Counsel, Quadrant Chambers

16.15-17.00

Panel Discussion: Risks are Risks

Discussion of trends in risks, excluding Covid-19.

Moderator: Frederick W. (“Billy”) Swaim III, Director, Galloway, Johnston, Tompkins, Burr & Smith

Speakers: Juliet Hamilton, Claims Manager – Energy and Construction Insurance, AXA XL

Joe Brennan, Senior Consultant, INDECS Consulting Limited

Luc Tricard, Senior Offshore Underwriter, SCOR

Gary MawdittDirector/Global Head of Upstream, Matthews Daniel

17.00-18.00

‘Drinks’ and Networking – End of Day Two

 

Friday 16th October 2020

13.55-14.00

Delegates Join Online Meeting Using Credentials Provided at Registration

14.00-14.25

Keynote Address: Has Covid-19 Spurred a Medium-Term Price Rally?

Why did oil and gas demand not disappear when personal mobility collapsed?

Presenter: Alan Gelder, Vice President Refining, Chemicals & Oil Markets, Downstream Global SME, Commodities Research, Wood Mackenzie

14.25-14.50

Keynote Address: Winds of Change

A Review of the Latest Develoments in in Wind Power Generation.

Presenter: Kristina Nielsen, Risk and Insurance Manager, Offshore Wind, Orsted

14.50-15.20

Networking Session

During this time, a peer-to-peer networking session will take place.

15.20-15.45

Keynote Address: Oil Price Impact on Insurance Buying Patterns – Observations from an Underwriter

In this session we’ll look at how oil and gas price affects risk appetite, asset values, loss of revenue declarations and retentions.

Presenter: Frank Streidl, Head of Energy, Marine & Construction, Zurich

15.45-15.50

Closing Remarks

Speaker: Daniel Creasey, Managing Director, Cannon Events Ltd

 

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