Risk

No Shortage of Challenges for Construction

The Allianz Risk Barometer 2022 has identified top risks for the industry.
By Construction Executive
May 4, 2022
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The top threats for construction companies worldwide are business interruption (43%), natural catastrophe (42%) and fire or explosion (24%), according to the latest Allianz Risk Barometer. The Allianz Risk Barometer 2022 covers 2,650 experts in 89 countries and territories; 160 respondents were from construction.

Cyber incidents (23% of responses) and shortage of skilled labor (21% of responses) also rated highly among concerns.

by Construction Executive

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