Case Study: Political Insurance Risk Case study 2

Infrastructure Development in Congo Brazzaville

This case study examines how UA Specialty facilitated a large Indian corporation’s infrastructure project in Congo Brazzaville by providing access to essential bonding solutions.

Country

Congo Brazzaville

$20- 0 Million

Maximum Amount Insured

Client

Large Indian Corporation

Nature of Business:

Infrastructure Project

Challenge

The corporation faced significant hurdles in securing Advance Payment and Performance Bonds. The high-risk environment in Congo Brazzaville made it difficult to meet the stringent collateral requirements typically imposed by financial institutions.

UA Specialty devised a structured solution that enabled the corporation to secure the necessary bonds without requiring 100% collateral. This involved a detailed risk assessment and the implementation of specific mitigation strategies, building confidence with the underwriters.

Project Commencement: The bonds enabled the infrastructure project to commence, contributing to the development of local infrastructure.
Mitigated Financial Risks: The structured solution minimised financial risks for the corporation by reducing the need for extensive collateral.
Strengthened Trade Relations: The successful project strengthened cross-border trade relations between India and Congo Brazzaville.

UA Specialty’s expertise in providing tailored bonding solutions played a crucial role in facilitating infrastructure development in a challenging environment. This case study highlights the importance of innovative financial solutions in supporting international projects and fostering economic growth.