The presentations from the Seville 2026 Members' Conference are now available to view here.

The videos will be available soon.

We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking senior leader to join us in a flexible, part-time role to be the face and voice of the Union.

What you can expect:

• A part-time position designed with flexibility in mind
• A role suited to a senior leadership profile, with the opportunity to provide strategic direction and meaningful influence
• A contractual engagement, offering independence, agility, and scope for high-level contribution

This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who is keen to remain actively involved, contribute at a strategic level, and collaborate in a focused and rewarding environment. Knowledge of and passion for the aviation insurance industry would be most helpful to both the Union and our future Secretary General.

The role description can he found here.

How to apply

Please submit a CV and a short motivation note outlining your suitability for the role and your preferred engagement model (employment or mandate) to info@iuai.org. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews with members of the Executive Committee.

Nearly 75% of aviation insurance professionals rank geopolitical instability as the sector's biggest threat: IUAI survey 

Geopolitical instability, US claims inflation and supply chain disruption emerge as defining concerns for the aviation insurance market according to annual survey of leading practitioners

London, UK, 8 June 2026: The International Union of Aerospace Insurers (IUAI) together with the International Underwriting Association (IUA) and Swiss Re, today published the results of the IUAI Cyber and Emerging Risks Study Group (CERSG) Survey, revealing a significant shift in the aviation insurance landscape as systemic risks increasingly shape underwriting priorities and market outlook.

Based on responses from 106 aviation insurance and reinsurance professionals worldwide, the IUAI Cyber and Emerging Risks Study Group 2026 Survey: From Isolated Perils to Systemic Stress, finds that geopolitical, economic and operational pressures are increasingly interconnected, creating new challenges for aviation insurers, reinsurers and operators alike.

Key findings from the 2026 survey include:

• Geopolitical instability and war is now the aviation sector's most significant threat, receiving 79 first-place votes – the strongest result recorded since the survey was launched in 2024.

• US claims inflation emerged as the greatest challenge facing aviation (re)insurers, ahead of market conditions and rate adequacy.

• Supply chain and manufacturing issues entered the industry's top three threats for the first time, highlighting ongoing concerns around aircraft production, maintenance and repair capacity.

• Operational resilience remains a major concern for airlines and airports, with air traffic control issues, infrastructure constraints and workforce shortages identified as the most urgent risks requiring attention in 2026.

• Artificial Intelligence (AI), new aircraft technologies and growing demand for aviation services remain the sector's greatest opportunities, marking the third consecutive year these themes have topped the rankings.

The findings suggest aviation risks are increasingly being driven by external geopolitical, economic and technological developments rather than traditional aviation-specific exposures.

The full IUAI Cyber and Emerging Risks Study Group Survey Summary 2026 can be downloaded here.

Tom Hughes, Co-Chair of the IUAI Cyber and Emerging Risks Study Group, Director of Underwriting at the International Underwriting Association, and Co-Author of the report, said:

"Now in its third year, the survey reveals meaningful trends in how the aerospace insurance market views both emerging risks and future opportunities. While concerns around geopolitical instability, inflation and supply chain disruption have become more prominent, there is also a clear and consistent message of optimism. For the third consecutive year, respondents identified artificial intelligence, new aircraft technologies and growing demand for aviation services as the sector's greatest opportunities.

“As the IUAI's membership continues to grow, now representing more than 90% of the global aerospace insurance market, the survey provides an increasingly representative picture of industry thinking.”

Florian Zierer, Co-Chair of the IUAI Cyber and Emerging Risks Study Group, Aviation Underwriter at Swiss Re, and Co-Author of the report, said: 

"The findings highlight a continued shift towards risks that are systemic, interconnected and often originate outside the aviation sector itself. Geopolitical instability, claims inflation, cyber threats and supply chain disruption all have the potential to create cascading impacts across airlines, manufacturers, airports and insurers simultaneously. 

“Understanding those connections, and how they may influence future loss trends and market resilience, is critical for insurers, reinsurers and aviation operators alike. The results show a market that is not only adapting to a more complex risk environment, but also actively identifying new ways to support innovation, resilience and sustainable growth across the aerospace sector."

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Notes for Editors

About the IUAI
The International Union of Aerospace Insurers (IUAI) represents the global aerospace insurance industry, with members accounting for over 90% of the worldwide market. The Union works to promote, educate, represent and serve the sector, including advocating for its members with governments, regulators and international bodies to help shape effective legislative and regulatory frameworks.

It facilitates the exchange of technical and statistical information, fosters cooperation across the market to support best practice, and promotes a positive image of the aerospace insurance industry among stakeholders, clients, regulators and the wider public. Through its study groups and industry initiatives, the IUAI plays a central role in advancing understanding, safety and resilience across the aerospace ecosystem.

For more information, visit: www.iuai.org

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About the IUA  

The International Underwriting Association of London (IUA) is the representative body for companies in London providing international and wholesale insurance and reinsurance coverage. Its mission statement is to secure an optimal trading environment for London insurance companies. 

The preliminary agenda is now live for the IUAI Annual Members Conference 2026 in Seville.

View the programme here.

From 1–3 June, the conference will bring together aviation insurance professionals from around the world for three days of insight, discussion and networking.

Key sessions include:

✈️ Annual Risk Survey and Radar Results – presenting the latest industry insights and emerging risk trends.

🛰️ Space Risks – a deep dive into the evolving risk landscape for space and satellite operations.

🏭 Manufacturers, Products and Airports – exploring key issues affecting aviation manufacturers and infrastructure.

🛫 Airlines – panel discussions on the challenges and opportunities facing airline operators and insurers.

💻 Cyber and Emerging Risks – examining the fast-moving digital risk environment impacting aviation.

⚖️ Legal and Claims – expert perspectives on major claims and legal developments in the sector.

🛩️ General Aviation – insights into trends and exposures across the broader aviation ecosystem.

Across the three days, networking opportunities abound, including the welcome reception and gala dinner.

More sessions will be added soon, building an even richer programme for what promises to be a vibrant, thought-provoking knowledge-sharing event and a unique gathering of leading voices in the aerospace insurance sector!

If you haven’t registered yet, remember you can still take advantage of the Early Bird discount until 6 April.

We look forward to seeing you in Seville.

The presentations from the Prague 2025 Members' Conference are now available to view on the following links:

Airlines Community Blogs.

Cyber & Emerging Risks Community Blogs.

General Aviation Community Blogs.

Legal & Claims Community Blogs.

MPASG Community Blogs.

Space Risks Community Blogs.