According to a 2012 report by the Energy Practice of Marsh Ltd., a division of insurer Marsh McLennan, the 100 largest property damage losses analyzed within process industries from 1972 to 2011 represent approximately $33 billion in property damage, stated in 2011 prices.
Loss values include replacement of damaged equipment along with property damage, debris removal, and cleanup costs. The estimate does not include the costs of business interruption, extra expenses, or employee injury and fatality liability claims.