Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) today introduced that it is supplying Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance plan on a world foundation through its DBA-dedicated underwriting and claims group in Dubai.

We are pleased to carry this mandatory insurance to contractors and groups working throughout the Middle East and round the globe, stated Neeraj Yadvendu, Head of Third-Party Lines, BHSI Middle East. Our insurance is supported through BHSIs skilled Dubai-based DBA specialists who have well-established relationships with key carriers in volatile regions, making sure exceptional services to clients when and the place coverage is most needed.

DBA insurance plan gives disability, medical and death advantages to covered employees, whether or not the injury or death happens on or off the job in the path of employment. Further to its general offering, BHSI can provide additional insurance in different key areas, such as Emergency Medical Evacuation and Supplementary Repatriation Expenses, tailoring its method to meet consumer needs.

U.S. federal regulation mandates DBA insurance plan for U.S.-government contractors, private employers and contractors working outdoor the U.S. on American military bases or below a contract with the U.S. authorities for public works or for national defense. These works consist of providing protection equipment, existence support, substances or services to U.S. allies; or offering welfare services to benefit U.S. Armed Services.