The transformation of a sector is usually marked by technological development, but it’s not the only way to make it happen - aspects related to leadership, communication or risk management can also drive change in traditional structures of the industry. This was the...
The COVID-19 pandemic has become a milestone in history, and although not all the changes that have taken place since then are directly related to the global health crisis, 2020 can be considered as the first year in a new global context. Five years ago, movement...
Maritime transport, which represents more than 80% of the volume of global trade, is currently facing significant technological, political and climate challenges. The insurance sector is there to help it overcome them successfully. Whole economies and societies depend...
The second session of the 28th International Seminars, held on June 24 in Palma de Mallorca by MAPFRE GLOBAL RISKS, began with a fascinating talk between Guillermo Llorente, MAPFRE’s corporate director of security, and José Luis Pérez, a Civil Guard commander in...
The metropolis of São Paulo is much more than the economic center of Brazil and much of Latin America. Its size, enormous population, and role as the country's financial engine have made it an epicenter of opportunity, but they also place it at a crossroads of...
Smart roads look set to be part of the next mobility revolution. Physical and digital systems that integrate sensors, advanced technology, data analytics, and AI will transform any journey into a safer, more efficient, and connected experience. While the purpose of...
Today we meet Jose María Baños, 23, who’s a Transport and Aviation underwriting analyst in the Operations area at Mapfre Global Risks. He recently completed a master’s in Maritime Business Management and Maritime Law, with an average grade of 9 (humble brag!). So...