Safety is a board-level responsibility; it is critical for safeguarding the environment, people, assets, and reputations. The devastating impact of serious industrial incidents was demonstrated once again by the fate of the Felicity Ace. The cargo ship was carrying nearly four thousand luxury cars, valued at £295m, when it caught fire in the Atlantic before sinking with its precious and hazardous load.

In the drive towards sustainability and ESG goals, efforts to prevent accidents, and strengthen the resilience of infrastructure and supply chains, are a vital focus for executives, investors and the public alike. The ability to implement effective safety measures and technologies is crucial both for protection, and for improving efficiency and financial performance.  From infrared imaging and automated machine learning, to wearables and predictive analysis, digital disruption is playing an increasing important role in promoting safety. However, while the adoption of data-driven solutions forges ahead in other business areas, the digital transformation of industrial risk management has yet to be fully realised. 

The Financial Times, in partnership with Safetytech Accelerator, established by Lloyd’s Register, hosted this webinar as part of the Safetytech Hub.  During this multi-sector conversation, leaders in maritime, construction, government agency and technology  shared real-life stories and experiences from the front line. Watch on demand to see ways in which to build resilience and achieve better, safer and more sustainable outcomes for your workforce, organisation and the wider world.

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