Katherine Conway, head of inclusion and cultural initiatives, Aon, writes about this year’s Dive In Festival, set to return 16-18 September 2025
The reinsurance broker provides an update on the aviation reinsurance market, which is facing significant loss activity.
Antares Global CEO Mike van der Straaten says reinsurers face a more competitive landscape heading into the January 2026 renewals, with capital returning, retro softening and specialty lines under pressure
Chief executive of the MGAA Michael Keating says the sector remains a magnet for investment and talent – but warns that operating efficiency, stable capacity and reinsurance relationships will be critical as the cycle continues.
Fitch Ratings’ half-year review shows Munich Re, Swiss Re, Hannover Re and SCOR all achieved exceptional returns in the first six months of 2025, but softening renewals and currency pressures point to tougher conditions ahead.
The broker has launched Gemini, a new digital facility backed by Lloyd’s syndicates that provides clients with guaranteed discounted capacity across their insurance portfolios.
‘If a substantial percentage of the retrocessional capacity is not able to renew, you’ve got an instant supply problem,’ explains head of reinsurance and broking