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Industry InsightsData Centers
The $7 Trillion Question: Who’s Equipped to Insure the AI Age?

In an article featured in Insurance Business America, Jeff Bellmont shares insights on the complex risks and specialized insurance solutions supporting the rapid growth of AI infrastructure.

News Releases
Rory Meleniclis Named Chief Information Officer to Lead Next Phase of Technology Transformation for Global Specialty Lines at Intact Insurance

PLYMOUTH, Minn., June 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Intact Insurance is pleased to announce the appointment of Rory Meleniclis as Chief Information Officer. In this role, he will lead the next phase of the company's technology evolution across its global specialty lines business, with a focus on strengthening core systems, advancing cloud capabilities and enabling faster, more data-driven decision-making across the business.

Industry InsightsTrade Credit
Middle-Market Distress Emerging as the Next Trade Credit Risk

In an interview with Insurance Business America, Pablo Brando, President, Trade Credit US at Intact Insurance, points to middle-market companies emerging as the next pressure point in trade credit risk, with rising payment delays and insolvencies despite large corporate bankruptcies remaining relatively stable.

Industry InsightsClaimsConstructionInland Marine
The Real Drivers Behind Construction Claims

What’s really driving construction claims today?

In an article for Claims Media, Lucas Hockenberry and Molly Miller share their perspective on the key factors shaping today’s claims landscape, including persistent water exposures, project delays, and gaps in early-stage planning.

Inland MarineTransportationMarine
The Evolving Landscape of Inland Marine Risks

Lucas Hockenberry sat down with Risk & Insurance while at RISKWORLD 2026 to discuss the trends shaping today's Inland Marine landscape.

Industry InsightsMarineOcean Marine
How Tariff Uncertainty is Creating New Risks for Cargo Shipments

Tariff rules are complex and can shift quickly, creating uncertainty across the supply chain.

In an article for Marine Log, Katie Goon explains that companies are importing larger shipments, holding goods in storage longer, and shifting routes, all of which raise exposure to loss and create gaps in coverage. She outlines the key steps companies should take now to confirm their insurance coverage.

News Releases
Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions Awards 16 College Scholarships

PLYMOUTH, Minn, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions is proud to announce the recipients of its annual college scholarship program, awarding sixteen $3,000 college scholarships to students connected to the company's employees and distribution partners. Selected for their academic achievement, leadership, and meaningful involvement in their schools and communities, these students reflect a strong commitment to both personal growth and making a positive impact.

Industry Insights
How Leaders Can Build A Unified, Strategy‑Driven Culture In A Fragmented Business Environment

As organizations grow and become more complex, maintaining alignment around a shared strategy becomes increasingly important.

Industry InsightsManagement & Professional Liability
Governance Blind Spots Are Putting Nonprofits at Risk

Nonprofits are facing growing risks—from fiduciary exposure to cyber threats and increasing ESG scrutiny.

Industry InsightsMarineOcean Marine
A Captain’s Guide to Navigating Bridges Safely

Navigating inland waterways presents unique challenges, and bridge clearance is one that every boater must understand. Collisions involving bridges are among the various risks boaters may encounter on inland waterways. Whether cruising beneath a fixed bridge or timing a passage beneath a movable bridge, boaters must understand their vessel’s height, the type of bridge ahead, and the signals that guide safe passage.

Industry InsightsMarineOcean Marine
How to Navigate Ocean Freight Disruptions in Today’s Shipping Environment

From port congestion to geopolitical instability, ocean freight disruptions continue to test supply chain resilience.

Industry InsightsManagement & Professional Liability
Rising Risks for Nonprofits

Nonprofits are facing a growing array of risks—from cybersecurity threats to evolving liability exposures—and many organizations aren’t fully prepared.

Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions is the marketing brand for the insurance company subsidiaries of Intact Insurance Group USA LLC. Coverages may be underwritten by one of the following insurance companies: Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company, a New York insurer; Homeland Insurance Company of New York, a New York insurer; Homeland Insurance Company of Delaware, a Delaware insurer; OBI America Insurance Company, a Pennsylvania insurer; or OBI National Insurance Company, a Pennsylvania insurer. Each of these insurers maintains its principal place of business at 605 Highway 169 N, Plymouth, MN 55441. This material is intended as a general description of certain types of insurance coverages and services. Coverages and availability vary by state; exclusions and deductibles may apply. Please refer to your insurance policy or consult with your independent insurance advisor for information about coverages, terms and conditions. Some coverage may be written by a surplus lines insurer through a licensed surplus lines broker. Surplus lines insurers do not generally participate in state guaranty funds and insureds are therefore not protected by such funds.