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Fundamental shifts in global transition assumptions are forcing insurers to reassess how they underwrite natural climate and changing transition risks to stay relevant and competitive, according to the latest Underwriting Transformation report from Lloyds Market Association (LMA) and KPMG. The second edition of the report reveals a significant shift in climate transition assumptions in just…
mea Platform, an artificial intelligence products company serving the re/insurance industry, has announced that Price Forbes, part of Ardonagh Group, has selected its artificial intelligence solution to improve the operational efficiency of its brokerage activities and enhance customer delivery. As brokers deal with growing volumes of complex data and growing demands for speed and service…
Antares Global, a specialist Lloyd’s syndicate renowned for delivering bespoke marine, aviation and property and casualty insurance solutions, has promoted Ina Salillari to head of retail business development reinsurance procurement. She joined the group in 2020 as a reinsurance technician, later becoming a senior reinsurance technician and finally as a reinsurance buyer in March 2025….
With the recent escalation of conflict in the Middle East, S&P said reinsurers’ capital adequacy is sufficient to mitigate the potential risk of a deterioration in credit quality, although those with a broad geographic footprint in the region and significant exposure to specialist markets may be most affected. As readers will know, conflict in the…
Cotality, a global provider of real estate information, analytics and data solutions, has appointed former USAA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Wayne Peacock as an independent member of its Board of Directors, effective February 18, 2026. Peacock has been with USAA for 36 years, including five years as president and CEO, and has expertise in banking,…
K2 Group Holdings Limited (K2 International), a London-based specialty re/insurance underwriting platform and a division of K2 Insurance Services, has launched K2 Professional Indemnity Limited (K2 PI), a new division that will underwrite international (non-U.S.) professional liability business on behalf of a group within the Lloyd’s of London syndicate. The new unit, founded by Richard…
K2 Group Holdings Limited (K2 International), a London-based specialty re/insurance underwriting platform and a division of K2 Insurance Services, has launched K2 Professional Indemnity Limited (K2 PI), a new division that will underwrite international (non-U.S.) professional liability business on behalf of a group within the Lloyd’s of London syndicate. The new unit, founded by Richard…
Foundry Insurance Services Ltd. (Foundry), a newly established centralized management platform in the life insurance and annuity fields, has been officially launched in Bermuda. The company is led by Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Andrew Markus and focuses on investments, risk and capital management. Markus is an experienced Bermuda insurance executive and is responsible for Foundry’s…
Global insurance and reinsurance broker Howden has announced the appointment of Andrew McGee as Chief Brokerage Officer of Howden UK&I Retail. In his new role, McGee will oversee collaboration with Howden Insurance Partners. His proven track record of delivering strategic and commercial value enables him to continue to grow the company’s UK&I retail business. He…
Brokerslink, an insurance brokerage network connecting independent brokers around the world, has expanded its presence in Greece with the introduction of Athens-based AGORA Insurance. Founded in 2024, AGORA combines strong technical expertise with in-depth knowledge of the Greek insurance market through a strategic merger of the portfolios of leading local intermediaries. The firm provides a…