Contingency insurance

Contingency insurance protects your business against the unique risks of holding sports events, music festivals, trade shows, theater productions, concerts, contests, film productions, and advertising campaigns. Navigate unforeseen risks confidently—from event cancellations to non-appearances of key talent to prize indemnity.

Why choose IOA for contingency insurance?

IOA’s expert advisors have years of experience protecting companies against the diverse risks they face when putting on events or productions or sponsoring contests. They can help you safeguard against a range of risks so you can focus on making sure everything goes smoothly.

Unmatched expertise

Our team specializes in contingency risks. We understand the unique challenges faced by events and productions of all kinds.

Comprehensive support

IOA is an ally dedicated to your success. We’re here to guide you through every step, from assessing your risk exposure to securing the right coverage.

Bespoke coverage solutions

We offer customizable insurance solutions that reflect the nuances of your business, such as protecting your finances against an event cancellation or protecting your reputation.

Coverage features

IOA’s contingency insurance solutions can cover cancellations, transmission failures for broadcast events, non-appearances, prize over-redemptions, and more. We write coverage specifically to your needs.

Event cancellation

Get coverage for major events, including sports matches, trade shows, music festivals, and conferences.

Transmission cover for live virtual or hybrid events

Protect against technical and transmission failures that disrupt or cancel virtual or hybrid events.

Advertising agents

Build an insurance package specifically for commercial advertising.

Weather coverage

Secure comprehensive weather-related coverage, such as cost containment, income stabilization, and business interruption.

Film production

Secure film producers’ indemnity, property, and cast buy-backs coverage.

Political violence and terrorism

Get protection against terrorism, sabotage, invasion, and similar perils.

Prize indemnity

Protect your business from the vagaries of probability games and skill-based promotions, including the risk of over-redemption.

Non-appearance

Cover risks associated with the non-appearance of key individuals in music tours, theater productions, and speaking events for reasons like death, disgrace, or disablement.

Connect with an IOA insurance expert

Speak to an IOA broker who understands your industry, goals, and challenges.

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