Key Takeaways from the World Overflight Risk Conference 2024

David Langran, Class Underwriter - Aviation War at HIVE, recently participated in the World Overflight Risk Conference 2024 held in Warsaw, Poland, from 2nd to 4th July. Organised jointly by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), Osprey Flight Solutions, and the University of Southampton, this well-attended event served as a pivotal gathering for global aviation leaders. Its objective was to unite stakeholders in addressing the intricate and evolving challenges posed by overflight risk.

The conference provided a crucial platform for experts and practitioners to deliberate on strategies and innovations essential for ensuring the safety and security of aircraft during flight. Among the high-level panels and sessions, David notably contributed to the panel discussion themed 'Breaking Silos in Risk Management'. This session focused on fostering collaborative approaches among insurers, policyholders, regulators, governments, and other key stakeholders. The aim was to enhance communication channels and streamline efforts to mitigate risks effectively.

Here are David’s three key takeaways from the event:

1. Importance of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
An important topic from the conference was the pivotal role of open source intelligence (OSINT) in modern risk management practices. The accessibility of real-time data and insights provided by OSINT was highlighted as crucial for timely and informed decision-making in mitigating potential threats to aviation safety.

2. Challenges Posed by Technological Advancements
The conference emphasised the escalating challenges presented by rapid technological advancements, particularly in the sophistication of weaponry. As technologies evolve, so too must risk management strategies adapt to anticipate and counter emerging threats effectively.

3. Emphasis on Collaboration Across Stakeholders
Throughout the conference, there was a recurring emphasis on the necessity for enhanced collaboration among aircraft operators, regulators, and the insurance industry. Clear and consistent communication among these stakeholders was identified as essential for disseminating best practices and standards across the aviation sector globally.

The World Overflight Risk Conference 2024 provided a pivotal platform for thought leadership and collaboration among global stakeholders. The HIVE team remains committed to advancing aviation safety through innovative risk management practices and strategic partnerships.

David Langran said: “This was an extremely useful conference with lots of great speakers, panels and content – I am delighted to have attended and contributed in my own small way on the ‘breaking down silos' panel. I’d like to thank EASA, the University of Southampton, and Osprey Flight Solutions for organising a highly successful event. Fostering ongoing dialogue and collaboration like this is essential for meeting the future challenges of aviation risk management.”

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