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Sompo appoints Martyn Benson as UK Chief Operating Officer

Insurance and reinsurance solutions provider Sompo has appointed Martyn Benson as chief operating officer of its UK business as the company continues to develop its platform and capitalize on the opportunities arising from Sompo’s integration with Aspen. Benson has extensive experience in financial services consulting, operational improvement and executive leadership, with 10 years focusing on…

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ALKEME Insurance expands specialty programme capabilities

US insurance brokerage ALKEME Insurance has announced the acquisition of Virtue Risk Partners, a Pearl River, New York-based managing general agent (MGA) specializing in specialty insurance solutions. MGA’s platform is designed to provide tailored insurance products, risk management support and claims expertise to contractors, consultants and engineers in all 50 states. ALKEME Insurance said the…

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Lockton names Alberto Ferriolo as Regional Growth Leader, Marine & Transportation, Asia

Independent insurance broker Lockton has appointed Alberto Ferriolo as regional growth head for Asia maritime and transport based in Singapore. In his new role, Ferriolo will lead portfolio and revenue growth in the region, working closely with the broker’s country leaders to develop cross-border opportunities and enhance cargo and commodity trading capabilities. He has over…

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Nebula MGA gains Lloyd’s coverholder status

Miami-based general agent Nebula MGA has been officially appointed as a Lloyd’s underwriter. This important milestone underscores MGA’s continued expansion, operational capabilities, underwriting discipline and commitment to delivering innovative, specialized insurance solutions globally. Since its founding in 2021 by Raúl Pérez and Alejandro Rebolledo, Nebula MGA has rapidly developed into a dynamic international insurance platform…

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Favourable commercial insurance market offers opportunities for US buyers: Lockton

Lockton, a privately held independent insurance broker, said conditions remain favorable for U.S. commercial insurance buyers in most coverage categories, creating opportunities to strengthen insurance programs and ensure long-term value. However, the company warned that changing economic conditions, geopolitical uncertainty and broader industry disruption could alter market dynamics in the coming months, according to its…

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Guy Carpenter names Sugrue Head of International Business Intelligence

Marsh Reinsurance broker Guy Carpenter has announced the appointment of Dennis Sugrue as head of international business intelligence. In this role, Sugrue will lead the development of industry risk insights to drive thought leadership and client solutions for the brokerage. He will also work closely with the firm’s brokerage, analytics and advisory teams to provide…

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