Protecting an industrial plant doesn’t depend exclusively on the passive and active systems installed – real safety starts with prevention carried out by conscientious people every day. Yes, technology is vital, but it’s the human factor, through anticipation and...
Mapfre Global Risks held a new edition of its Fire Defense Competitions on May 8, which saw a record number of companies and participants take part. In total, 16 companies and 72 professionals participated in this biennial event, which also brought together senior...
Passive fire protection systems, mandatory by law and present in all buildings, are integrated fire protection solutions that resist and limit the spread of fire and smoke. Concept, context and problems When we think about fire protection, we usually imagine...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining more and more ground in industry, consolidating its role as an essential tool in the management and optimization of production processes. Its application in planning, the efficient use of resources, corrective and preventive...
Mapfre Global Risks recently held its popular firefighting competition in Latin America for the first time, in Chile, with the 10 participating fire brigades meeting at the National Firefighter Academy, where four tough tests were conducted that culminated in three...
A risk engineer has to review many aspects during a risk inspection visit. Elements such as location, construction type, distances between units, tanks, buildings etc., facilities maintenance, physical safety, and the fire protection measures in place at the plant....
Uruguay's capital and largest city is also the country's main economic and cultural center. Although it’s recognized for its democratic stability and high quality of life, Montevideo faces significant challenges deriving from its coastal location and the effects of...
Reviewing the past is also a way to understand the present and anticipate the future. In his speech at the Mapfre Global Risks International Conference, José Luis Jiménez offers a brief history lesson to better face uncertainty. The geopolitical and international...
Electrification, technological innovation, and growing geopolitical uncertainty mark a turning point for the energy sector, which is facing a profound transformation and requires the support of the insurance industry to move forward. These were some of the main issues...