Business Insurance
A dedicated insurance partner in the aluminium sector
Insurance in the aluminium industry is a highly specialised sector designed to address unique risks. We’re here to make sure you’re comprehensively protected in the event of a claim.
Our expert team provides tailored insurance coverage for businesses actively engaged in the aluminium sector, whether through production, processing, or supply chain activities. This includes, but is not limited to, primary production, extrusion, recycling, finishing, as well as the transport and distribution of aluminium.
In the aluminium sector, insurance isn’t just about having cover – it’s about having the right cover, properly structured and aligned to how your business actually operates.
A specialist broker can help identify these gaps, present your risk effectively to insurers, and ensure your programme supports both resilience and long-term cost control.
A TRUSTED PARTNER
We’re an associate member of the Aluminium Federation
Amethyst Insurance is proud to partner with ALFED, supporting a community that sets the standard for integrity and proactive risk management across the aluminium sector.
Historically, aluminium businesses have been seen as high risk by insurers. But ALFED members are different. They demonstrate strong governance, practical risk controls, and a commitment to long-term improvement. This is exactly what insurers want to see. That means better positioning, stronger relationships with insurers, and the potential for more competitive premiums.
As an associate member, Amethyst Insurance offers ALFED members a smarter alternative: specialist insurance advice grounded in real sector expertise and a partner who understands both your business and the standards you uphold.
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HOW WE CAN HELP
Key areas where cover is incomplete or misunderstood
If you operate in the aluminium sector, it’s easy to assume your standard property and liability cover has you protected.
But, there can be common gaps that can leave businesses exposed. Many only come to light when a claim is challenged.
Processes like extrusion, casting, and finishing introduce significant heat exposure. If insurers aren’t given a full picture of these operations, policies may include restrictive terms or worse, claims could be declined.
Recycling, coating, and finishing can involve chemicals, waste, and emissions. Standard policies often exclude gradual pollution or have limited environmental cover, leaving businesses exposed to clean-up costs and regulatory action.
Modern aluminium operations rely on automated systems and production tech. Many businesses still lack:
- Cyber cover for operational disruption
- Protection against ransomware affecting production lines
Many policies underestimate:
- The time needed to replace specialist machinery
- Supply chain disruption (especially for imported materials)
- Loss of key contracts during downtime
The result? Cover that runs out long before the business recovers.