Manufacturing businesses face numerous risks, from machinery damage and product recalls to theft and employee hazards. Having the right insurance is crucial to minimize operational interruptions and provide peace of mind. Additionally, manufacturing business insurance is essential to protect the balance sheet and personal assets of the business.
Protecting every part of your manufacturing business
Manufacturers like you make the world go round. Whether national or international, your business is a unique part of an intricate supply chain – and it’s crucial that you protect it properly. At Howden, we craft precision-made insurance to help safeguard your manufacturing business now and for the future.
We understand that, in this sector, risks come in all shapes and sizes. Whether it’s the materials you work with, the machinery you rely on, or the customers you ship to – if one cog in your operations stops turning, it can have serious repercussions for your whole business. That’s why we offer specialist business insurance to protect against common risks such as machinery and equipment damage, product recalls, theft, and hazards for employees. We can help you with a lot more too.
Our approach is holistic. We believe in managing your risks from day one so you can operate safely all year round – minimising the chances of a claim, while enabling you to weather any disruption that’s outside your control.
How do we achieve this? Simple.
We have a team of manufacturing experts at Howden – and we’re all invested in helping your business succeed. From your dedicated broker taking the time to get to know you, to tailored risk management advice, to support from our specialist product recall team, we pay attention to every detail of your business. Our comprehensive business insurance policy provides protection for manufacturing businesses, considering factors such as output, scale, production methods, and the diverse range of processes and products in the industry.
This helps us ask questions others may not think of – so you can make informed decisions about the cover you need. It means we can help you prepare for new markets if you’re expanding, understand the impact of current affairs on global imports and exports, and give you a helping hand with every-day regulatory red tape. New HSE legislation? We’ll review your health & safety policy. Underinsured premises? We do in-house valuations. Environmental concerns? Give us a call.
We have access to the resources of the entire Howden group, so we can always get the right people in the right room to find the best solutions – however complex, nuanced or specific your needs. We’re well-known in the insurance market and firmly in your corner when we negotiate – never giving up on those trickier cases (like medical or automotive risks) and acting as an extension of your team when you need us most. Plus, we’re an employee-owned business – so we take as much pride in our business as you do in yours.
Different types of insurance covers such as employers' liability insurance, property damage insurance, public liability insurance, business interruption insurance, and equipment breakdown insurance are essential for comprehensive protection.
Whether you’re moulding or machining, forming or casting, joining, printing, packaging or more, we’ll find your manufacturing business the most cost-effective cover we can – whatever its size, wherever its location. It’s just how we’re made.
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