Specialist data-driven insights, alongside innovative insurance and risk management solutions, will be critical for mining and metals companies to keep pace with changing demands on the sector.
Mining project lifecycles are evolving. The growing focus on renewable energy is boosting demand for critical minerals, and mineral-rich regions are prime for investment. But while the influx of capital will create opportunities for the sector, exposure to natural catastrophes and other emerging risks – such as technologies and geopolitical pressures – are adding new layers of complexity to risk management.
Major risks mining and metals companies face in evolving their clean energy strategy[1]:
To better manage complex and interconnected risks, you must look beyond a standard risk framework. Future-ready mining businesses are exploring new ways to identify and address changing exposures.
For mining and metals companies that get their risk strategy right, opportunities are unlocked.
In our Global Clean Energy Survey 2025, mining and metals companies listed the following top three valuable outcomes of a clean energy strategy for mining:[2]
61% Increased revenue/profit margin
60% Meeting sustainability goals
57% Regulatory compliance
Forward-thinking leaders are finding strength in specialty.
Go beyond traditional insurance broking
From exploration to mine closure, appropriately addressing diverse risks during a project’s lifecycle demands an approach that goes beyond traditional insurance broking.
With property damage, business interruption and liabilities at the core, data-driven insights are helping mining leaders make smarter business decisions. Supported by our suite of innovative and alternative risk solutions, you can pinpoint opportunities to flex your risk strategy and use capital in ways that align with your strategic objectives and position you for the future.
Deploy mining and metals insurance specialism at scale
Miners are venturing into new geographies in the pursuit of resources. Local knowledge will be critical to ensure an understanding of the evolution in each company’s risk profile.
Unlocking the power of a truly global operating model delivers the best of local and global specialists. By balancing our specialists' local knowledge and agility with international insurance broking scope, you’ll gain access to resources that will support and enhance your organization’s risk strategy.
Get ahead in a rapidly evolving mining and metals sector
Our dedicated team of mining insurance specialists keep their finger on the pulse of trends affecting your business. In navigating the complexities of the energy transition, we remain focused on bringing data-driven insights to life in ways that are meaningful for your business goals.
Look ahead with clarity
As the mining sector looks ahead, uncertainties about technology development, geographic concentration, labor shortages, changing regulations, rising costs and falling prices of critical minerals could create execution risks. Identify and prepare for emerging risks that will impact your business, backed by data. With our insights at your fingertips, you can get clarity on how to build project resilience now and into the future.
