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Published Wednesday, October 01, 2025
By:
Eric N Montgomery

Raising the Bar with Deep Manufacturing Expertise

Demonstrating our commitment to the manufacturing industry, CNA is proud to recognize a new cohort of more than 80 professionals who will earn the Manufacturing Risk and Insurance Specialist (MRIS) certification from the International Risk Management Institute (IRMI) early next year.


By the end of January 2026, more than 120 CNA employees will carry the MRIS certification, spanning our Underwriting, Risk Control, Claims, Middle Market, Technology, Life Sciences, International and Small Business teams.

 

Why the MRIS Designation Matters


Earning the MRIS certification signifies a deep understanding of unique manufacturing risks and expertise in helping to design insurance programs that address them. This knowledge translates into better risk management strategies and tailored insurance solutions, ultimately benefiting manufacturers by providing them with the most relevant and effective coverage.
 

The MRIS core curriculum prepares designees in casualty, products liability and recall, property and business interruption, equipment breakdown, inland marine, and pollution insurance, all customized to the unique and complex exposures of manufacturing.

 

CNA's Dedication to the Manufacturing Industry


At CNA, we believe our clients’ success helps strengthen the manufacturing industry as a whole. Our commitment to manufacturers is reflected in our business partnerships, customized coverages, risk control offerings and investment in continuing education. 
 

  • 30+ Year Exclusive Relationship with FMA: For over three decades, CNA has been the exclusive business insurance provider endorsed by the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association (FMA). We are proud of our longstanding partnership with FMA, as well as its charitable foundation, SparkForce, and have contributed a number of articles to its official publication, The Fabricator, including:  
  • Customized Coverages and Services: CNA underwriters provide end-to-end coverage programs for policyholders of all sizes – from traditional small job shops to large multifacility advanced manufacturers – and across multiple product lines. Our appetite includes, but is certainly not limited to, fabricated metal, industrial and commercial machinery and equipment or components, automotive components and accessories, plastic fabricators and commercial electrical equipment or components. For more information about CNA’s insurance solutions for manufacturers, visit our Manufacturing page.
  • Specialized Risk Control Offerings: Our specialized risk control services incorporate ergonomics and Lean Manufacturing insights to enhance productivity and work process quality. For complex risk exposures, we utilize selected consulting services through our Allied Vendor Program and make available services such as Internet of Things (IoT) water, temperature, humidity detection, Dust Hazard Analysis (DHA), infrared testing, GPS software solutions and more. Additionally, our product liability services help identify the end use of products and recognize potential loss risks.
  • Commitment to Education: CNA’s recent MRIS milestone is not our only achievement in manufacturing risk management. Our team of over 200 Risk Control professionals have also earned the Recognized Risk Engineers (RRE) designation by UL, a leader in advancing safety. This designation blends insurance coverage knowledge with Lean and Six Sigma® manufacturing principles, allowing us to provide tailored risk engineering solutions that are both effective and innovative.

 

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Manufacturing


At CNA, our commitment to manufacturers goes beyond being a service provider. We are embedded in the manufacturing industry, familiar with its evolving challenges and committed to its success.

 

If you’re seeking an insurance provider that truly understands how to help manufacturers succeed, fill out the form below and a dedicated CNA expert will reach out to discuss your unique needs.
 

 


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