Alliant Insurance Lands Key Broker Role for $2 Billion Second Avenue Subway Expansion
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Alliant Insurance Services has been selected by New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to serve as the insurance broker for Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway project, a critically important undertaking valued at $2 billion that commenced in 2025.This partnership underscores Alliant’s growing prominence in managing complex infrastructure insurance needs.
Expanding Transit Access in east Harlem
Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway aims to address a long-standing transportation gap in east Harlem, an area the MTA describes as a “subway desert” since the discontinuation of service on the Second Avenue El above 57th Street in 1940. The project will extend Q line service northward from 96th Street to 125th Street, introducing three new stations at 106th, 116th, adn 125th Streets. this expansion promises to substantially improve connectivity for residents and businesses in the neighborhood.
Alliant’s Proven Track Record with the MTA
Alliant’s selection follows a competitive bidding process involving three major brokers.According to a company release, the firm’s success was bolstered by its prior work as the broker for the MTA’s Capital Plan Owner Controlled Insurance Programs (OCIPs) 1 and 2. In this capacity, Alliant successfully marketed and secured insurance for both programs, providing comprehensive OCIP services including administration, claims management, and safety and loss control.
The firm demonstrated significant cost savings during the initial OCIP program, reportedly saving the MTA 2-3% of its estimated construction value. “The MTA win demonstrates Alliant’s credibility and competency in broking the most complex construction projects in the public entity space,” stated Peter Arkley, president of National Brokerage at Alliant.
Expertise in ocips and Public Sector Regulations
Alliant’s specialists possess in-depth knowledge of Owner Controlled Insurance Programs (ocips), especially the unique challenges associated with large-scale public infrastructure projects. The firm highlighted its understanding of New York’s specific regulations, labor laws, and project owner requirements as a key differentiator. This specialized expertise proved crucial in navigating the complexities of the MTA’s procurement process.
Serving a Vast Commuter Network
The MTA is one of the largest public transportation agencies in the United States, serving a population of 15.3 million people across New York City,Long Island,southeastern New York State,and Connecticut. Its expansive network includes the nation’s largest bus fleet and a greater number of subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. The successful completion of Phase 2 of the Second Avenue subway will further enhance the agency’s ability to serve this vast commuter base.
The $2 billion project is expected to take four years to complete, bringing much-needed transit options to a historically underserved community.
Why: The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) selected Alliant Insurance Services to provide insurance brokerage services for Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway project to address a long-standing transportation gap in East Harlem and improve connectivity for residents.
Who: Alliant Insurance Services was chosen by the MTA. Peter Arkley, president of National Brokerage at Alliant, commented on the meaning of the win. The project will benefit the 15.3 million people served by the MTA.
What: phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway,a $2 billion project,will extend Q line service northward from 96th Street to 125th Street,adding three new stations. Alliant will serve as the insurance broker for the project.
How did it end?: The project commenced in 2025 and is expected
