Agenda

08:30 – Registration & Networking Breakfast

Arrive early to collect your badge and enjoy a light breakfast while networking with peers.

09:20 – Opening Remarks

Rich Woodhams, Chair of the Property Insurance Claims Group & Head of Claims at Dale Underwriting Partners, sets the scene for the day.

09:30 – Crisis Management - 9/11

25 years on, Ken Erickson, Rob Powell and Charles Glaisher discuss the lessons learnt from the catastrophic events of 9/11

10:10 – ‘An Anatomy of Catastrophe- Why Fires, Floods and Cyclones are Everyone’s Problem’

Together with expert guests, DWF lawyers from multiple continents and in both hemispheres will discuss the ‘insurance eco-system’s’ response to damage caused by severe weather and related disasters.

10:45 – Morning Refreshments

11:15 – The Buncefield Oil Depot Explosion

A discussion with Felicity Ingram, Paul Redington and Dr Chris Foster about market collaboration, causation investigation, and adjusting a loss at the time of devastation.

11:50 – From Rubble to Resolution - What Catastrophes Teach Us About Claims and Causes

Chad Zeilinski, Jeff Weinstein and Tracy Boxall delve into an number of catastrophic events and the issues relating to them.

12:30 – Lunch

14:00 – Shake Up - Learning from Earthquakes

Owen Rosenboom and Lisette Terry explore how major earthquakes have reshaped modern engineering practice, building codes, and the property insurance landscape

14:40 - Hurricane Katrina's Legacy 20 years on

Jeff Waltz, Gregg Quinn and James Jordan give their hands on experiences from Hurricane Katrina, 20 years on from one of the most devastating hurricanes in U.S. history.

15:50 – Engineering the Great Tsunami Wall

Nila Abubakar and Charlie Pendland present an engaging discussion the construction of the Great Tsunami wall and related flood defences.

16:20 – Keynote: TBA

TBA

17:20 – Closing Comments

17:30 – Drinks Reception

Wind down with drinks, discussion and networking with fellow attendees.

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A Day of Insight, Impact & Innovation

Delegates can expect a prompt start with registration and breakfast, followed by a series of keynote presentations, technical sessions, and expert panels addressing the most pressing issues impacting the global claims landscape.

With scheduled refreshment and lunch breaks, the agenda is designed to maximise both engagement and efficiency.

The day will conclude with a keynote address and networking reception, offering further opportunity for dialogue and industry connection.

Save The Date: May 7th 2026

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