How Lloyd’s leverages the expertise and entrepreneurialism of third-party vendors will define the success of Blueprint Two

Asta-managed syndicate is targeting more than £100m in gross written premiums in first year of trading

Claims data is being prioritised as part of Lloyd’s Core Data Record initiative, which will speed up and simplify the reporting, accounting and payment of claims in the market

Former MS Amlin senior underwriter Boreham to lead MGA's new business line

Former Ascot US chief Wolyniec will lead the specialty insurance managing general agency

Former Navigators’ international financial lines head Shore launches D&O-focused underwriting business

Carriers face losses from multiple severe weather in the US and Europe

Largest industry flood loss on record for New South Wales

The scope and complexity of the losses and liabilities arising from the blocking of the Suez Canal by Ever Given will affect insurance markets and insureds globally for years to come

Read with other decisions, ruling provides a roadmap for policyholders in all jurisdictions

Criminal prosecution of NatWest may have wide implications for directors and officers and their insurers

Landmark ruling is one of several recent developments in the UK and the EU that indicates a move towards opt-out class action proceedings 

London’s medium-sized players are transforming in order to survive

Facilities are here to stay, and the major brokers are investing in technology to expand their use

Brokers must evolve to meet the changing needs of their clients and that requires a significant cultural shift

Barriers to efficient data gathering and use in reinsurance transactions are resulting in significant costs and lost opportunities for the industry

The lack of detailed guidelines issued to the market means many coverholders and brokers find themselves in a state of limbo

Both Covid and Brexit have focused the attention of the market on the benefits of technology, but the momentum generated will not by itself ensure digital success for London

Payouts continue in aftermath of FCA test case

Read with other decisions, ruling provides a roadmap for policyholders in all jurisdictions

Landmark ruling is one of several recent developments in the UK and the EU that indicates a move towards opt-out class action proceedings 

Returning aircraft to service has never been undertaken on this scale and the uncertainty about the impact of aircraft being out of use long term presents significant challenges

Downgrade follows Q1 2021 loss announcement

Risk managers must consider the growing importance of ESG capital as a form of new insurance capacity and direct investment into the industry via equity and debt offerings

Barriers to efficient data gathering and use in reinsurance transactions are resulting in significant costs and lost opportunities for the industry

Both Covid and Brexit have focused the attention of the market on the benefits of technology, but the momentum generated will not by itself ensure digital success for London

Modernisation is essential if London is to maintain its position as a global centre, but the new operating models must consider the social dynamics of the market

Association accelerates drive towards zero-carbon target

Association claims framework is unique

Criminal prosecution of NatWest may have wide implications for directors and officers and their insurers

Carriers now require analytical tools that not only identify the critical risks, but can also monitor them in real time

Large-scale government projects to construct electrolysis plants and pipelines for hydrogen transportation represent a unique opportunity – but also unique exposures – for underwriters

As the traditional energy industry transitions to a more sustainable future, insurers must ensure they fully understand the risks associated with new processes and operating models