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NewsDIFC insurance premiums reached $4.2bn in 2025, double 2022’s underwriting volumes
Figures for 2025 show DIFC saw a 20% annual rise in gross written premiums as global insurers and reinsurers expanded regional presence
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NewsDive In Festival 2026 leads with AI and ‘human gain’ theme at centre of final festival
Global insurance culture festival to conclude after 12 years as industry debates balancing AI adoption with human skills and trust
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NewsCapgemini: AI “trailblazers” outpace P&C peers with 21% higher revenue growth
Report from the tech consultant finds only 10% of insurers scaling AI effectively, with most still stuck at pilot stage and failing to track returns
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NewsApollo targets international casualty reinsurance with Mackenzie hire
London platform adds new class as Tim Mackenzie joins from Berkley Re to lead buildout from 2027
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NewsArch Insurance EU launches European property and opens Milan office
Dublin-based carrier builds out continental platform with new underwriting hubs and multi-line Italian presence
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NewsHowden Re: Baltimore bridge loss resets marine reinsurance benchmark
Howden Re managing director Hugo Chelton says the $2.8bn Baltimore bridge loss will concentrate in reinsurance and test pricing discipline, even as abundant capital keeps conditions competitive
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NewsWillis Re selects Jones to lead Asia buildout from Singapore
Former Gallagher Re APAC chairman Richard Jones will join Willis Re in October to establish its Singapore platform and drive strategy across Asia
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NewsSwiss Re Sigma: Protection gap laid bare as Asian cat losses hit $65bn
Economic losses from natural catastrophes in Asia reached $65bn in 2025, but just 8% of that was insured, highlighting deep structural underinsurance and rising exposure across the region
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NewsMitigating M&A environmental risks with W&I and EIL
Rising ESG scrutiny, environmental compliance demands and increased reputational sensitivity among investors require a proactive response, write Markus Messinger, head of EMEA at Liberty Global Transaction Solutions and Gordon Smith, head of M&A environmental solutions at Liberty Specialty Markets
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NewsFidelis Partnership names Woods Ireland CEO as Dublin hub expands
Senior appointments support European growth and Pine Walk MGA platform development
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NewsDescartes appoints Hermelin as chief strategy officer to drive growth
New role at parametric-dedicated re/insurer supports ambition to reach $500m in premiums by 2028
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FeaturesWebinar: Reinsurance in a time of Escalating Tension
This webinar examines rising exposure to political violence and geopolitical disruption across the Gulf and wider Middle East.
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NewsWillis: Rising uncertainty reshapes reputational risk as firms tighten controls
Survey from the re/insurance broker finds falling confidence but growing focus on risk management and modelling
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NewsAcrisure launches Ascendri MGA to expand California homeowners cover
New MGA platform launched by broker Acrisure targets complex and high-value risks amid strained market conditions
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NewsApollo recruits Thomas to launch sports and entertainment line
London market hire expands specialty offering as platform targets diversified growth
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NewsThe architectural decision every specialty acquirer is making implicitly
OpEd: A wave of P&C acquirers buying specialty books is running an integration playbook that defers technology to phase three, writes Grant Bodie of Cavehill Consulting Group. By the time it arrives, the architectural decision has already been made – by the org chart, the platform roadmap, and the day ...
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NewsFidelis Partnership strengthens Middle East ties with Saudi Re and regional partners
Senior leadership visit underlines focus on high-growth markets amid geopolitical volatility
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NewsAIG names Andersen CEO as Zaffino moves to exec chair
Leadership transition completes as insurer looks to build on transformation
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NewsPrice Forbes appoints Payton to senior leadership team
Veteran specialty re/insurance broker to support strategy and market engagement
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NewsMiller appoints Drummond Brady to senior credit and political risks role
Broking hire strengthens European leadership as Miller aims to expand its structured credit offering
