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NewsLockton Re launches Brazil ILS platform
Reinsurance broker said its Brazilian SSPE capability will support cedants and investors seeking access to the country’s Letra de Risco de Seguro market
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NewsEverest to sell Colombia insurance operation to AIG
Two big US insurers agree a deal as Everest has agreed to sell its Colombia insurance business to AIG, in another step in its shift towards global reinsurance, wholesale and specialty insurance
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NewsSprott joins AIG as global head of marine
Colin Sprott has joined AIG as global head of marine, according to Gordon Browne, global head of specialty
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NewsKanbar named regional CEO of Chedid Insurance Brokers Network
Jad Kanbar has been appointed regional CEO as Chedid expands its footprint and specialty lines portfolio
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NewsMirfin appointed CEO of NPRe
Andrew Mirfin joins NPRe as the reinsurance business marks its tenth anniversary and continues a period of growth
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NewsSaunders to join Argenta as marine reinsurance unit head
London market firm Argenta has appointed Simon Saunders as unit head, marine reinsurance, ahead of Stephen Haynes’ planned retirement in January 2027
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NewsAon to launch digital trading platform for follow line placements
Aon plans to launch a new digital placement platform for London market following business in the second half of 2026
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NewsFidelis Partnership and Howden launch automated broker submission process
The Fidelis Partnership has partnered with Howden to automate broker submissions and streamline underwriting workflows through a new AI-enabled platform capability
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NewsDavies, Asta: Geopolitics, AI and market modernisation are reshaping insurance risk
As we reach a mid-point in 2026, firms across the insurance sector continue to respond to accelerated change and shifting global dynamics, according to Davies and its subsidiary, Asta. Longstanding risks remain, but new forces are reshaping the landscape at speed: Geopolitical fragmentation, climate change, the rapid ...
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NewsQBE Re appoints Cherrak to lead MENA operations
Reinsurer QBE Re has created a new regional leadership role for the Middle East and North Africa as the reinsurer looks to expand its presence in the market
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NewsAon adds Mitchell and Rimmer to Global ReSpecialty team
Aon has appointed Jimmy Mitchell and Adam Rimmer to its Global ReSpecialty team as the broker continues to expand its specialty and proportional reinsurance capabilities
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NewsAXA XL launches dedicated prevention business unit
AXA XL has created a standalone prevention-focused business unit led by Libby Benet as the re/insurer looks to expand its advisory and risk consulting capabilities
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NewsTariffs outweigh conflict concerns in latest Willis political risk survey
Political risk research from WTW ranked tariffs above international conflict as the leading political risk concern despite escalating tensions in the Middle East
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NewsHIVE launches aviation reinsurance division with Bradbury and Down hires
Specialty MGA HIVE Underwriters will launch an aviation reinsurance division later this year as part of its multi-class expansion strategy
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NewsGallagher Re expands MGA Solutions role for Hails in APAC
Reinsurance broker has promoted Russell Hails to lead MGA Solutions across APAC as the broker looks to expand its regional MGA proposition
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NewsMS Amlin launches property treaty consortium at Lloyd’s
New consortium launched, citing demand for data centre risks, increasing maximum line size by 35% to $67.5m as demand grows for larger property treaty limits
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NewsEverest appoints Davis to lead North America wholesale and specialty
Everest Group has announced the appointment of Lisa Davis as its new head of North America wholesale and specialty. She joins from rival carrier Canopius Davis (pictured) will oversee underwriting strategy, distribution, and portfolio management across the region. She will report to Jason Keen, CEO of global ...
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NewsMoody’s: European insurers face rising geopolitical and competitive pressures
Ratings agency gives stable outlook on European insurers, says P&C profitability has recovered and life demand remains strong, but gains are likely to plateau as pricing softens and Middle East risks grow
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NewsGallagher Re: AI projects capture 95% of Q1 insurtechs funding as sector rebound continues
Insurtech investment reached $1.63bn in Q1 2026, according to the reinsurance broker’s research, with AI-focused firms dominating funding and life and health deals also surging
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NewsSupercede: Demand for reinsurance intelligence is outpacing multi-year technology timelines
Most tech programmes are designed around a clear endpoint, but most reinsurance decisions are made long before that point arrives, writes Ben Rose, co-founder and president of re/insurtech firm Supercede
