Howden Insurance delivers high quality insurance protection tailored to the water jetting industry. It does this by understanding the full scope of works and associated risks its customers face daily.
The company is one of four sponsors of WJA Trade Show 2025, the UK’s only dedicated water jetting exhibition, at StoneX Stadium, North London, on Thursday 11th September.
The event, now in its second year, brings together the world of water jetting in one place, with exhibitors from across the industry, including contractors, equipment manufacturers, suppliers and hirers, and training providers.
Howden Insurance, the principal partner of the British And Irish Lions, is a global leader in the insurance brokerage industry. Its Feefo account has a 4.8/5 star rating with 60,000+ reviews, gaining a platinum rating.
Hands-on jetting experience
Though a large company, it pays attention and understands all the smaller details of its clients’ work. That includes getting to know their unique challenges, says Howden Insurance Development Executive Oliver Newport.
His seven years’ experience providing tailored insurance solutions to the water jetting industry has involved structured learning about the process and getting to grips with the equipment used.
That includes passing his WJA Safety Awareness course and the WJA Drain and Sewer Practical Module, both accredited by City & Guilds.
Oliver Newton said: “Water jetting is a high-risk and specialist process, so undergoing the training provided through the WJA’s training programme was a fantastic way to understand those risks and how to address them with specialised insurance protection.
“Given that insurance is all about protecting our clients, it was a no-brainer to advance my knowledge via the training course. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and learned valuable information over the two days.”
Giving water jetters the right cover
Oliver will be at Howden Insurance’s stand at the StoneX Stadium, ready to provide expert advice to all types of business within the water jetting industry.
That includes water jetting contractors of all types, equipment manufacturers, hire companies and equipment suppliers, as well as WJA-registered examination providers and WJA-approved examiner/coaches.
Whether it is protecting their businesses, motor fleets, tools, equipment, plant, cashflow, or any other specific insurance needs, Howden aims to provide peace of mind with tailored, cost-effective cover.
He will also be one of the expert speakers in the WJA Trade Show 2025 speaker programme – where he will be sharing insights that will help water jetting specialists assess their insurance needs.
Trust and peace of mind
He said: “I view that the role of an insurance broker is to get the right cover at the best price and advise on all available options and the differences between them.
“This allows our clients to make their own informed decisions. Insurance is a largely intangible product and service. Therefore, you are buying peace of mind and assurance that your policy will respond to protect you if required.
“My task is to eliminate any confusion and worries firms have about their insurance. I know how to handle claims efficiently, correctly present your business to insurers and create tailored insurance packages around your business, ensuring you get the right cover at the right price.
“My approach combines technical qualifications, hands-on industry experience, and market-leading expertise to deliver insurance that truly fits your needs.”
No company too niche
Oliver is assisted in this valuable work by being backed by an market leader insurance broker with vast resources and industry expertise that can benefit WJA members in numerous ways – Howden Insurance, named Insurance Broker of the Decade at the 2024 British Insurance Awards.
As one of the biggest brokers globally, it has the leverage to negotiate premium savings, offer tailored protection, and ensure that claims are paid out efficiently.
No company is too niche for Howden Insurance to assist. For small businesses and large enterprises, it has the expertise to cover any type of business in the water jetting industry, allowing clients to get on with delivering their core business, fully protected from key liabilities.
Find out more
Go to the Howden Insurance website: www.howdengroup.com
Visit the Howden Insurance Stand – Green 4 – at WJA Trade Show 2025.
Contact Oliver Newport to set up a meeting at the exhibition at a time that suits you.
E: oliver.newport@outlook.com
T: 01732 386 731
M: 07849 643 017
