{"id":8703,"date":"2025-10-23T20:22:22","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T13:22:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ligaasuransi.com\/?p=8703"},"modified":"2025-10-23T20:22:22","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T13:22:22","slug":"kontaminasi-pfas-di-inggris-pelajaran-penting-untuk-proyek-epc-dan-asuransi-pencemaran","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/ligaasuransi.com\/en\/kontaminasi-pfas-di-inggris-pelajaran-penting-untuk-proyek-epc-dan-asuransi-pencemaran\/","title":{"rendered":"Contamination PFAS in the UK: Key Lessons for EPC Projects and Pollution Insurance"},"content":{"rendered":"

In October 2025, the AGC chemical plant in Lancashire, England, became a global concern after detecting PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) emissions into the surrounding environment, particularly the River Wyre. These compounds are widely known as “forever chemicals” due to their highly biodegradable nature and potential long-term impacts on human health and the ecosystem. This case served as a reminder to the industrial sector that every EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) project involving high-risk chemicals must have a comprehensive risk management strategy.<\/span><\/p>\n

For companies engaged in EPC projects, incidents like this are more than just environmental issues. Financial losses, lawsuits, and even a tarnished reputation are real risks that can threaten business continuity. This is where environmental pollution insurance plays a crucial role as a strategic solution to protect a company’s assets, cash flow, and reputation.<\/span><\/p>\n

With experience assisting with various strategic projects, L&G Insurance Brokers is ready to help companies design effective insurance programs. Through comprehensive policy solutions, ranging from coverage for sudden pollution and gradual pollution to third-party claims, L&G ensures every EPC project is protected from potentially significant environmental risks.<\/span><\/p>\n

For further information and consultation regarding your EPC project insurance needs, contact L&G Insurance Brokers at <\/span>+62 811\u20118507\u2011773<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Contamination CasePFASat the AGC Factory<\/span><\/h3>\n

In October 2025, the AGC chemical plant in Lancashire, England, came under scrutiny after environmental authorities discovered significant PFAS emissions into the River Wyre. PFAS, known as <\/span>forever chemicals<\/span><\/i>, is highly resistant to degradation, allowing it to accumulate readily in the environment and living organisms. This discovery raises serious public health concerns, including potential hormone disruption, organ damage, and long-term cancer risks.<\/span><\/p>\n

According to local regulators, the AGC plant releases approximately 800 kg of PFAS annually, some of which enters surrounding water bodies and soil. This has contaminated the River Wyre, threatening biodiversity, drinking water supplies, and local economic activities, including fishing and agriculture. This incident highlights the potential for high pollution risks for large industrial projects, including EPC projects, even in countries with stringent environmental regulations like the UK.<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition to the ecological impacts, the case also created legal and financial pressure on the factory’s contractors and operators. Local authorities increased oversight and demanded that the company clean up its environment.<\/span>remediation<\/span><\/i>), while surrounding communities could potentially file third-party lawsuits. All of these cleanup, mitigation, and litigation costs can reach tens of millions of dollars, highlighting the real risks EPC projects can face if they are not properly insured.<\/span><\/p>\n

This incident serves as an important lesson for EPC project developers that pollution risks should not be taken lightly. Companies need to anticipate the possibility of hazardous chemical contamination, design effective mitigation measures, and ensure appropriate insurance protection is in place to mitigate financial and reputational losses.<\/span><\/p>\n

To ensure your EPC project is protected from pollution risks like PFAS, L&G Insurance Brokers can help design a comprehensive insurance program. Call +62 811-8507-773 for an in-person consultation.<\/span><\/p>\n

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PFAS\u2013 Environmental and Health Threats<\/span><\/h3>\n

PFAS, or<\/span>per- dan polyfluoroalkyl substances <\/span><\/i>PFAS are a group of synthetic chemical compounds widely used in industries ranging from waterproof coatings and industrial chemicals to electronics and specialty chemical manufacturing processes. PFAS are primarily chemically stable and resistant to environmental degradation, earning them the nickname “forever chemicals.” Unfortunately, this stability makes them persistent in the environment and the human body, making them extremely difficult to remove after contamination.<\/span><\/p>\n

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