Since March 2020, Airmic has been issuing Friday Reading, a curated series of readings and knowledge resources sent by email to Airmic members. The objective of Airmic Friday Reading was initially to keep members informed during the Covid-19 pandemic. Today, Airmic Friday Reading has evolved in scope to include content on a wide range of subjects with each email edition following a theme. This page is a searchable archive of all the readings and knowledge resources that have been shared.
Friday Reading Edition 260 (5th September 2025)
The report examines the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the insurance industry, exploring its application and use cases in the largest classes of business written (in premium terms), focusing on property and its associated weather and climate perils.
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Friday Reading Edition 260 (5th September 2025)
The insurance industry is undergoing a profound transformation, with AI, drones, 3D imaging and other digital tools reshaping the way claims are assessed and managed.
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Friday Reading Edition 260 (5th September 2025)
Explores how automation and AI powered data ingestion are leveraged to streamline underwriting.
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Friday Reading Edition 260 (5th September 2025)
The emergence of Generative AI in insurance is breathing new life into an industry already familiar with narrow forms of AI. The curiosity and eagerness of employees to embrace these new tools and their dedication to upskilling is exhilarating to see.
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Friday Reading Edition 260 (5th September 2025)
Experts from Munich Re and ERGO joined forces to collect and assess the most relevant insurance technology trends. Includes an interactive radar may be filtered by line of business to quickly find what is most relevant for you.
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Friday Reading Edition 260 (5th September 2025)
The insurance industry is poised to harness the latest technologies, including AI, to innovate and shape the future.
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Friday Reading Edition 259 (29th August 2025)
Historic exposure, regulatory reform and legacy cover - what insurers and businesses need to know now.
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Friday Reading Edition 259 (29th August 2025)
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) recently published a policy paper outlining an interim approach to the Persistent, Mobile, and Toxic (PMT) concept to support the risk management of PFAS. This approach aims to enhance regulatory control over PFAS, which are known for their extreme persistence and mobility in the environment.
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Friday Reading Edition 259 (29th August 2025)
PFAS have long been integral to various construction materials and products. However, they have recently come to the attention of some construction insurance companies. How can UK contractors and developers respond?
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Friday Reading Edition 259 (29th August 2025)
Chemicals widely used across different industries are linked to health issues and environmental pollution. How can you identify and manage risks from ‘forever chemicals’ in your supply chain?
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