2023

Environmental Accounts Found in Every Community

December 23, 2023

We ﬁrmly believe environmental coverage plays a role in virtually every account. The risk of

Is Odor a Pollutant? It Can Be a Sneaky Exposure.

December 11, 2023

From landfill emissions to farm waste, complaints over odors can escalate to legal action. So,

Pollution Exposures for Maintenance & Janitorial Companies

December 9, 2023

Maintenance and janitorial companies face a number of potential pollution issues due to the products

Important Facts About Site Pollution Coverage

December 4, 2023

What is Site Pollution Liability? Site Pollution, Environmental Impairment Liability, Premises Pollution, Pollution Legal Liability…whichever

Common Insurance Endorsements

December 2, 2023

Some of the most frequent questions we get are about common policy endorsements. SPG Account

Cybersecurity in M&A: Safeguarding Data in the Digital Era

November 29, 2023

In the age of digital transformation, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have transcended beyond just financial and operational integrations. As companies increasingly rely on digital platforms and data-driven strategies, the importance of cybersecurity in the M&A process has skyrocketed. Ensuring the protection of sensitive data and digital assets is paramount, not just for compliance but also for the success and reputation of the merged or acquired entity.

Merging Cultures: SPG’s Delicate Dance in Aligning Company Cultures during M&A

November 29, 2023

In the fast-paced world of business, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are pivotal for companies aiming

Inside SPG’s Approach: Navigating the M&A Landscape with Precision

November 29, 2023

In the dynamic world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), navigating the process efficiently while fostering

Addressing Bankers’ Concerns: The Balance Between Efficiency and Certainty.

November 29, 2023

In the intricate world of finance, bankers often find themselves navigating a delicate balance between

Inside SPG’s Approach: Navigating the M&A Landscape with Precision (copy)

November 28, 2023

In the dynamic world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), navigating the process efficiently while fostering

Merging Cultures: SPG’s Delicate Dance in Aligning Company Cultures during M&A (copy)

November 28, 2023

In the fast-paced world of business, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are pivotal for companies aiming

Cybersecurity in M&A: Safeguarding Data in the Digital Era (copy)

November 28, 2023

In the age of digital transformation, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have transcended beyond just financial

Seamless Integration: SPG’s Strategy for Post-Acquisition Success (copy)

November 28, 2023

The real challenge of any M&A activity often begins after the ink dries on the

Addressing Bankers’ Concerns: The Balance Between Efficiency and Certainty. (copy)

November 28, 2023

In the intricate world of finance, bankers often find themselves navigating a delicate balance between

November Target Risks

November 20, 2023

As the year winds down, we want to remind you of our coverage capabilities on

Insured Spotlight: Plumbing Contractors

November 11, 2023

By Chelsea Albright, Vice President A typical General Liability policy excludes losses that arise from

Identifying & Tracking Pollution with Technology

November 6, 2023

Innovations have made technology for detecting pollution more effective, affordable, and accessible than ever before.

Considerations & Challenges of Writing Alternative Energy Accounts

November 6, 2023

The one thing all alternative energy operations have in common is that they are relatively

Health and Fitness Clubs: Expensive Environmental Exposures to Watch

November 5, 2023

Winter is coming, and while Game of Thrones fans may interpret this as a metaphorically

Agricultural Operations and Environmental Insurance

October 23, 2023

Agricultural pollution, also known as agricultural runoff or agrochemical pollution, refers to the contamination of

Protecting Your Roofing Contractor Clients

October 21, 2023

As you review your book of artisan and trade contractors, it is important to keep

Fines for Abatement Contractors: Real Life Consequences

October 9, 2023

As one of our top classes of business, Specialty Program Group understands the important role

Financial Assurance for Storage Tanks

October 3, 2023

Financial Assurance (FA) regulations for underground storage tank owners/operators were first put into place with

Environmental Considerations & Claims for Owners, Landlords, and Tenants

September 25, 2023

Owners, landlords, and tenants have a wide range of environmental exposures that need to be

New Business Opportunity: Hotels & Hospitality Accounts

September 20, 2023

Hospitality risks have had a growing problem with indoor air quality issues for some time.

Considerations for Multi-Line Accounts

September 11, 2023

While many of our multi-line new business accounts are environmental contractors (mostly asbestos abatement/lead/mold), there

Vol. 9 / Iss. 1 / Crisis Management

September 4, 2023

Read the Crisis Management issue Cover artwork by Davide Bonazzi (Salzman Art)

Lessons Learned: Make Sure This Doesn’t Happen to Your Insureds

August 21, 2023

Insureds don’t need to be involved in exceptionally risky work to have environmental exposures. Most

Spotlight: Agency Construction Management Professionals

August 7, 2023

The agency construction management (ACM) role may offer guidance on management techniques applied throughout a

Let’s Talk About PFAS

August 3, 2023

The discussion of PFAS chemicals can be a complicated one in the environmental insurance world.

Important News About Site Accounts

July 30, 2023

We have seen many exciting opportunities so far this year that we want to share

Site Pollution for Wastewater Treatment Plants

July 25, 2023

Wastewater treatment plants can be found all over the United States, and are designed to

Women in Insurance Summit – Los Angeles

July 23, 2023

Join us at the Women in Insurance Summit in Los Angeles on October 5. Register today

Important Coverages to Consider when Moving an Environmental Insurance Account

July 22, 2023

It is widely known that the insurance marketplace has seen an increase in the number

Environmental Exposures for Demolition Contractors: What Could Happen?

July 17, 2023

Demolition contractor operations go beyond construction and disposal related activities. Check out some of the

Environmental Insurance for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

June 26, 2023

The demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has significantly increased over the last few years, with

Mold Insurance Coverage for Coastal Properties

June 20, 2023

With vacation and travel season already here, it is a critical time to evaluate the

Environmental Insurance for Cannabis Businesses

June 19, 2023

Cannabis companies may be considered a relatively new business segment, but the environmental impact of

Environmental Insurance and the Pollution Exclusion

May 31, 2023

Greater public awareness about the effects of pollution on property and health, as well as

Insurance for Demolition Contractors

May 26, 2023

Package policies are available. Learn more. Specialty Program Group has a successful track record of

Emerging Pollution Concerns and Waste Disposal

May 22, 2023

Our country generates a lot of waste, and regardless of where it’s coming from, it

Site Pollution Liability on Beachfront Properties: The Tale of a Hidden Exposure

May 8, 2023

This tale begins with an all too familiar scenario: Mom, Dad, and the kids packing

Spotlight: Contractors Pollution & Professional for Non-Environmental Contractors

May 8, 2023

Contractors Professional is a combined CPL and Professional Liability policy that is custom tailored to

Monarch E&S Acquires Commonwealth Underwriters

May 7, 2023

Monarch E&S is pleased to acquire the business of Virginia-based Commonwealth Underwriters. Monarch E&S Insurance

Monarch E&S Acquires the Assets of Anderson & Murison, Inc.

May 7, 2023

Monarch E&S Insurance Services (Monarch E&S), a division of Specialty Program Group LLC, which operates as

Changes in the Site Pollution Market

April 24, 2023

In recent months, we have noticed changes in the Site Pollution market for apartments, condos,

Spring Construction Projects

April 10, 2023

Spring is here and construction and redevelopment projects are starting! Have you spoken with your

Recent Collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) Creates Additional Cyber & Security Risks for Insureds

April 4, 2023

The recent collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) has sent shockwaves throughout its tech

What You Need to Know about Sudden and Accidental Pollution

March 30, 2023

If an insured doesn’t clearly understand how Sudden & Accidental pollution is defined in their

The Key to Growing Your Accounts

March 20, 2023

Offer environmental insurance. Every account has a pollution exposure — offering environmental coverage highlights your

EPA Regulations for Underground Storage Tanks

March 4, 2023

What is UST Regulation 40 CFR Part 280? All tank owners should be familiar with

We were just awarded a big contract! Now what?

March 3, 2023

A common situation that comes up mid-policy term (particularly in the spring and summer months)

Land Conservation Entities

February 28, 2023

In general, land conservation entities are designed to preserve the environment by establishing agreements between

SPG consolidates environmental insurance operations, Beacon Hill and Specialty Wholesale Insurance Solutions

February 1, 2023

Specialty Program Group LLC consolidates environmental insurance operations, Beacon Hill Associates and Specialty Wholesale Insurance

News From Beacon Hill – January 2023

January 27, 2023

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