Axel P. Lehmann, Chief Risk Officer of Zurich on business risk and preparedness in case of a natural catastrophe.

Aug 19, 2014 EDT

Companies recognize potential risks posed by natural catastrophes yet have insufficient mitigation plans in place. This is the key finding of a survey on «Natural catastrophes: business risks and preparedness», presented today by Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich). The study, conducted in January 2013 by the Economist Intelligence Unit and sponsored by Zurich, continues the Group's research into understanding and mitigating risks.