The Hidden Risks Facing Distribution Businesses in 2026

Today’s distribution and manufacturing businesses face a rapidly evolving risk landscape where a single disruption can trigger multiple, high‑value losses. From cyber incidents and fragile supply chains to automation failures and increased personal liability for directors, many of the most significant risks are interconnected, underestimated, or not fully insured.
 
In this practical and thought‑provoking webinar, Glen Curran, Insurance Broker at SJL Insurance, will explore how modern Business Interruption, Cyber, Automation & AI, and Directors’ & Officers’ risks are reshaping the exposure profile of UK distributors and manufacturers.
 
Using real‑world claims examples, Glen will demonstrate how losses arise, where cover commonly falls short, and how businesses can better protect themselves through informed risk management and insurance design. The session will challenge traditional thinking around “property‑led” insurance and encourage delegates to consider the hidden dependencies that can bring operations to a standstill.  

• Gain a clear, non‑technical understanding of today’s most critical and interconnected risks
• Learn how real claims unfold and what actually triggers insurance responses
• Identify hidden exposures within their own supply chains and operations
• Understand where insurance policies can keep pace with operational change
• Improve confidence when reviewing insurance arrangements, renewals and risk strategy
• Better protect both the business and its directors from financial and personal liability

 
This session is particularly relevant for business owners, directors, senior managers, finance leaders and operations teams.