While aircraft and weaponry grow increasingly deadly, the fallout and cost in times of conflict stay constant. Our specialist aviation war insurance covers major operators plus associated lessors, banks and finance parties, manufacturers, and general aviation worldwide.
With a service-led relationship with our brokers and clients, we cover physical loss or damage to aircraft, confiscation per policy form, aircraft spares, plus excess third-party war liability. We also specialise in covering operations into distressed territories on behalf of governmental, non-governmental, or humanitarian organisations.
As market disruptors, we analyse the latest technological advancements, including real-time fleet telematics and geopolitical risk data to provide insights that empower stakeholders to navigate the complex risk landscape.
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TERRITORY
Worldwide excluding sanctioned territories.
PRODUCTS
Aviation Hull War.
LIMITS OFFERED
Our Aviation War insurance covers you for up to 30M USD, always from the ground up.
We have an in-depth understanding of war risks and leading-edge insights based on technological advances, real-time exposure tracking, and geo-political data. We protect against physical loss, aircraft damage, and third-party war liability, including operations in distressed territories. As a nimble market player, we can act where others can’t, delivering a standout service.
James Creasy
HEAD OF CYBER, WAR AND TERRORISM
I head up the Cyber, War and Terrorism dividion. Before joining Inigo, I was Head of Cyber and Technology for London and International at Axis Capital with a track record as a Lloyds and London lead for both Primary and Excess Large Corporate business.
London, United Kingdom
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James Owen
Head of Aviation War
Natalie Smith
UNDERWRITER
I work within our Reinsurance team as an Assistant Underwriter, focusing mostly on US Property Treaty. I’ve now been in the industry for over 7 years and joined Inigo back in December 2020. I’m currently on secondment to the Aviation War team.
Harry Viney
I am an Assistant Underwriter in the Aviation War team. My role consists of reviewing and underwriting accounts according to risk and appetite. I am a Politics graduate from the University of Liverpool and a Security, Terrorism and Insurgency MA graduate from the University of Leeds. Outside of work I enjoy travel and live sport.
Valuable insights from claims data often lie buried and untouched in thousands of reports and surveys. We prioritise transforming this vast amount of information into actionable knowledge in our bespoke D&A and MI platforms.
By analysing past claims data to identify trends and pinpoint the root causes of losses, we can develop preventative strategies and improve future underwriting decisions. It also enables us to tell better stories about preventative technologies, and develop deeper risk management solutions that are innovative, unique and reflect Claims’ critical position as the core of our business.
Steve Agutter
HEAD OF CLAIMS
As Head of Inigo’s claims department, I am responsible for all classes of business. I bring 30+ years of insurance claims experience to Inigo and was formerly AIG’s Chief Claims Officer, International responsible for management of all Commercial & Personal Lines claims across the International & Speciality Divisions. I specialise in Property & Energy claims as well as Catastrophe response and will also oversee all inwards/ceded Reinsurance claims at Inigo. I have been at Inigo since the start joining in December 2020 and I sit on the Inigo Executive Committee.
Yera Patel
HEAD OF THIRD PARTY CLAIMS, HEAD OF LEGAL
I lead our Third Party claims area, specialising in D&O, Financial Institutions and Liability claims. I have over 20 years experience in the US and UK Markets. I am a New York licensed attorney, formerly in private practice. and before Inigo, I held Financial Lines Claims & Underwriting Management leadership positions at AXA XL and Beazley following my role at AIG in the Coverage Litigation and Financial Lines Departments. In addition to my Claims responsibilities, I am also is Head of Legal at Inigo and joined in January 2021.
Perry Bowen
HEAD OF FIRST PARTY CLAIMS
I joined Inigo in November 2023 bringing more than 20 year’s experience in the Lloyds claims market. I have in recent years held senior claims roles at Ki/Brit, Pioneer and Arch with a strong focus on all 1st party classes. I am proud to work with underwriters who see the claims value proposition in order to retain and grow their wider business. I am also keen to promote the claims function of a syndicate as a great career choice to younger entrants to the London insurance market. In my spare time I like to watch most sports (Tottenham Hotspur when they win) and get on my Peloton for a workout at every opportunity.
Relationships: Refreshingly human communication, transparent at every step.
Decisive: A dedicated point person empowered with authority to make decisions.
Leadership: Technical expertise to ‘rally the market’ pushing the industry forward.
Creative: Disrupting the market by seeking bold solutions.
Visible: Claims at the forefront, a calming presence to support you and your business.
Analytical: Leaning on our insights and learning from losses.
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An overlooked Risk? Pilots deliberately crashing their planes is rare, but such incidents are responsible for over a quarter of aviation war losses since the turn of this century, our analysis suggests.
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With a sharp focus on technology and innovation we collect rich information from rarely used sources, unlocking valuable insights for our customers that traditional analysis often misses - deepening understanding and building trust.
In an ever changing world we look to partner with our clients to offer bespoke cover to your particular needs, and create a long-term relationship that drives value for our customers.
The embodiment of deep thinking, we challenge the market with consolidated risk expertise that provides unparalleled geopolitical insights.
We’re claims analysts with decades of experience and technical expertise, cutting through red tape to solve complex problems with quick, empowered decision-making and a personal service.
We are driven by data excellence and are laser-focused on protecting people from the fallout of tough decisions. Breaking down complexity in high-risk environments is in our DNA.
At Inigo, we support clients by identifying trends and strategically planning for the energy transition focusing on operational efficiency and a sustainable future.
We strive to be a step ahead, anticipating the future of each risk profile to provide substantial, thoughtfully arranged data-driven capacity that shields your business from the unexpected.
