FERMA was established in 1974 and brings together 23 national risk management associations in 22 European countries. FERMA represents over 5600 risk managers active in a wide range of business sectors from major industrial and commercial companies to financial institutions and local government bodies. We provide the means of coordinating risk management and optimising the impact of these associations at a European level. These members play a crucial role for their organisations with respect to the management and treatment of complex risks and insurance issues. FERMA co-ordinates the best practice guidelines and approach to risk management throughout Europe, addresses issues that are exclusively related to the European activities, is in liaison with other world-wide risk management associations, organises bi-annual FORUM and seminars in October for professional development of members.
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Today, the FERMA team ventured into the heart of Brussels for an afternoon filled with 100% Belgian chocolate at the Neuhaus Atelier. We might not be Master Chocolatiers just yet, but we’re definitely on our way! 🍫 🎄 Happy holidays from all of us at FERMA! 🎄
🎄 Happy Holidays from all of us at FERMA! 🎄 2024 has been an incredible year for FERMA, filled with milestones and celebrations! To thank you for your support and for being part of our community, we have one last surprise for 2024... and yes, it’s official this time! 🎁 Watch the video to discover the location of the FERMA Forum 2026! We’d also love to hear from you: what were your favorite FERMA moments of 2024? Share them in the comments below!
📣 Join FERMA as Head of EU Affairs!🌍 Are you an expert in EU Affairs with more than 5 years' experience in financial, digital, or climate policies? Join us to lead EU Affairs for the risk management profession in Europe. You will represent over 5,600 risk professionals from diverse industries, and shape Europe's risk management landscape. 📨 Apply by sending your CV to: mark@doberpartners.com / natalia@doberpartners.com Dober Partners #RiskManagement #EUAffairs
"The introduction of the concept of small and non-complex undertakings (SNCU) [in the #SolvencyII framework] will first and foremost introduce much greater clarity and consistency across the captive environment of #EU member states" - Laurent Nihoul, Board member and Chair of the Captives Committee at FERMA to Captive Insurance Times Amendments to the Solvency II Directive, which regulates the EU insurance industry, are expected to officially enter into force before the end of 2024. EU Member States will then have 18 months to transpose the changes into national law. To understand how the introduction of proportionality measures for SNCUs will impact captives, read our EU policy note on Solvency II: https://lnkd.in/dHf3vbJC Read Laurent Nihoul's full interview in Captive Insurance Times: https://lnkd.in/eagrfdgH
Starting from 2025 #EU companies will have to comply with the reporting requirements of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive #CSRD. FERMA has released a policy note exploring crucial aspects of the CSRD and the new European Sustainability Reporting Standards #ESRS. To understand the complexities of double materiality assessment and how risks managers can have strategic involvement in meeting CSRD requirement, read our note here: https://lnkd.in/d43Nph-N #RiskManagement #CSRD #EUAffairs #Advocacy
🌟European Risk Management Awards 2024: Insights from the Winners 🌟 We are thrilled to share exclusive interviews with the winners of the European Risk Management Awards 2024, where they reveal the stories behind their success, their insights on the evolving risk-landscape, and what this recognition means to them. Check also the insightful interview featuring Charlotte Hedemark Hancke, President of FERMA, and Typhaine Beaupérin, CEO of FERMA, as they reflect on: 🔹 The 50th anniversary of FERMA 🔹 The record-breaking success of the #FERMAForum2024 🔹 Key takeaways from the Global Risk Manager Report 🔹 Empowering the next generation of risk leaders through diversity, innovation, and collaboration. 📺 Watch all the interviews now on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/dGTuXTKw #RiskManagement #ERMAwards2024
🌍 Don’t Miss the First Joint Webinar on the Global Risk Manager Survey Report! 🌍 We’re proud to partner with the Institute of Risk Management South Africa - IRMSA to connect European and South African risk managers in a global conversation on risk management. 📢 Join us on 4 December for an insightful webinar where we’ll dive into the key findings of the Global Risk Manager Survey Report and tackle the critical issues shaping our profession across continents. 📅 Date: 4 December 2024 🕒 Time: 13:30 – 15:00 (Belgium) | 14:30 – 16:00 (South Africa) 📍 CPD Accredited 🔗 Spaces are limited, so don’t wait! Register now: https://lnkd.in/daSSPg8e
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🔉 Exciting news! FERMA's President Charlotte Hedemark Hancke and CEO Typhaine Beaupérin will be speaking at Baltic Risk Conference 2025: Enhancing Resilience Navigating the Future 🚀 🤝 Charlotte Hedemark Hancke and Typhaine Beaupérin are looking forward to meet and engage into valuable conversations Baltic Risk Managers in Vilnius on 10th April 2025. FERMA | Federation of European Risk Management Associations
🚨 Mark your calendars! 🚨 We’re partnering with Institute of Risk Management South Africa - IRMSA to bring European and South African risk managers together for a truly international conversation on risk management. Join us on 4 December 2024 for a global webinar where we will discuss the key findings of the Global Risk Manager Survey Report and explore the critical issues shaping the future of our profession across continents. 📅 Date: 4 December 2024 🕒 Time: 13:30 – 15:00 Belgium Time | 14:30 – 16:00 SA Time 📍 CPD Accredited 🔗 Spaces are limited - register today! https://lnkd.in/daSSPg8e
Congratulation to all members of the College of Commissioners on their appointments! FERMA looks on this Commission as the #competitiveness Commission. Or, looking at it another way, the Commission charged with making Europe more competitive again! For now, here are FERMA’s views on the key players for our network, based on the 2024-2029 European Commission’s programme: 🌐 Henna Virkkunen will work on strengthening cybersecurity across the EU while consolidating legislation where they overlap, starting with the telecom sector with a new Digital Network Act. We welcome these initiatives, and we recommend developing common EU cybersecurity standards to improve EU-wide cyber risk management and business insurability. 🌐 Hadja Lahbib will lead on developing and implementing a European Preparedness Union Strategy. She rightly stated that preparedness is the responsibility of all of society, and professional Risk Managers can contribute their expertise to build a more resilient EU economy. We call on the Commission to offer tools and guidelines to help enterprises cope with supply shocks in times of crisis, and to involve Risk Managers in drafting future preparedness policies. 🌐 Wopke Hoekstra will lead the work on a European Climate Adaptation plan. We welcome this risk-based climate adaptation approach, which is based on the EU Climate Risk Assessment. We urge the Commission to build on the EU Climate Resilience Dialogue and set up an Expert Group on Climate Protection Gaps to address the challenges companies face in insuring transition-related risks. 🌐 Maria Luís Albuquerque will guide the financial sector towards unlocking the full potential of the EU economy. Insurance plays a vital role in growth, by enabling enterprises to take risks and innovate. We call on the Commission to consider the implications of new policies on the availability of insurance coverage. We look forward to working with the Commission on these priorities and others, in order to build together a more prepared, resilient and competitive EU economy. Learn more about FERMA’s policy recommendations by reading our manifesto: https://lnkd.in/eCJGqZ_b