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Artificial intelligence (AI) and technology investment are expected to become increasingly important drivers of productivity and profitability for insurance brokers, according to Moody’s Ratings, the global credit ratings, research and risk assessment agency. While the sector is facing a period of slower growth as insurance pricing softens and […]

Global reinsurer Swiss Re has appointed Hazel Etherington as Head of Underwriting, Life & Health, for Hong Kong & Taiwan and Global High Net Worth. Etherington brings nearly 40 years of experience in the life and health insurance industry, with leadership roles spanning underwriting, operations, claims, distribution, and business […]

Admiral Group, a UK-based insurance company, has completed the acquisition of Flock, a digital commercial fleet insurance provider, for £80 million, broadening its motor offering. The deal, first announced on February 12, 2026, integrates Flock’s advanced technology into Admiral’s telemetry fleet insurance proposition. Flock’s team will […]

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited, a Bermuda-based global insurer and reinsurer, has promoted Christina Geller to Head of Wholesale Financial Lines in North America (NA). In her new role, Geller reports to John Van Decker, Head of Global Financial Lines. Additionally, she will develop and deliver the strategy for long-term profitable growth across […]

Sompo, a global provider of commercial and consumer property, casualty, and specialty re/insurance, has announced the appointment of Thierry Grieder as SVP, Head of Casualty Treaty Reinsurance for Continental Europe, MEA and LATAM. Grieder brings over a decade of market experience to his new position, having most recently served as SSenior Vice […]

EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants (EPIC), a national insurance brokerage and consulting firm, has announced the appointment of James R. Pierce as Chairman within its Natural Resources practice. In this role, Pierce will further strengthen the practice’s capabilities, support the recruitment of senior talent, and help deliver tailored risk […]

The political violence (PV) insurance market faces intensifying pressure in the Middle East with escalating military actions threatening to disrupt commercial operations, leading to further “significant claims” from Gulf states as PV business written before late February remains on risk, warns Antares’ Wesley Selwyn. In a recent commentary, […]

The MDS Group, part of The Ardonagh Group, has announced the appointment of Adrián Larrondo as Global Director of its Marine Business, a Madrid-based role. Larrondo will leverage his more than three decades of international experience in the maritime and insurance sectors, to lead the international development of this business line. He will be […]

Ahead of the annual hurricane season, CCRIF SPC, formerly the Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility, said it has expanded coverage to $1.57 billion for the current policy year, from $1.44 billion a year earlier, driven by a 70% increase in coverage across its Caribbean portfolio and an 80% increase in its Central American portfolio. In […]

Alex Brogden has joined InEvo Re, a Bermuda-based specialist life reinsurer backed by Macquarie Asset Management, as Chief Underwriting Officer. Brogden brings extensive market experience, having most recently served as Group Chief Underwriting Officer at Monument Re Group for four years. He initially joined the company in 2017 as Group Chief […]