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Aviation Liability Case Study8× Capacity Increase

8× capacity jump to $1B with better terms

Fuel supplier regained competitiveness for major airline contracts

Aviation fuel supplier

Case Highlights

$1B
Liability Coverage
Capacity Increase
4+
Major Airports

Client Profile

A leading aviation fuel supplier operating across the Middle East and Africa, serving both domestic and international airlines across more than four major airports. The client provides critical fuel supply services in a high-risk operational environment.

Challenge/Situation

Aviation ground handling risks have escalated rapidly, with approximately 20% of all aviation claims now relating to ground handling operations, including:

Towing incidents and aircraft collisions
Fueling operation accidents and spill liability
Ground support equipment failures

Previous Insurance Limitations:

Insufficient coverage at only USD 125 million
25% annual premium increases threatening business model viability
Coverage gaps for cross-border operations

Key Insights

Market Innovation:

This case illustrates our ability to transform challenging market conditions into competitive advantages through innovative structuring and strategic insurer relationships, enabling significant business growth opportunities.

Our Solution

We structured a comprehensive liability program that addressed the client's operational risks while achieving cost efficiency through innovative coverage design and strategic market placement.

Designed an 8-layer liability tower reaching USD 1 billion total capacity

Structured program with environmental liability coverage integrated throughout

Leveraged relationships with specialty aviation markets to secure competitive terms

Negotiated more favorable premium structure despite 8× increase in coverage limits

Ensured cross-border operational coverage across Middle East and African territories

Results Achieved

8x Capacity Increase

Expanded to USD 1 billion

Cost Efficiency

More economical premium structure

Enhanced Terms

Comprehensive environmental coverage

Competitive Advantage

Ability to secure major airline contracts