Allied World, a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions, has opened a new regional office in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), marking a significant milestone in the firm’s global growth strategy and strengthening its access to brokers and clients across the Middle East.
His Excellency Arif Amiri, Chief Executive Officer of DIFC Authority, commented, “We are pleased to welcome Allied World to DIFC as they expand their global footprint and establish their regional presence in Dubai.
“Allied World brings deep international expertise and specialist insurance and reinsurance capabilities that will directly support the evolving risk management and risk transfer needs of clients across the region.
“Allied World’s presence further strengthens DIFC’s (re)insurance ecosystem and underscores our role as a trusted platform for tier‑one firms looking to serve the Middle East and beyond from Dubai.”
Ed Moresco, President, Global Markets, Allied World, added, “Establishing a regional office in Dubai marks a key milestone in our global growth strategy, giving us greater access to brokers and clients throughout the region.
“With our international experience and strong technical capabilities, Allied World is well-positioned to support the evolving needs of businesses in this dynamic market.”
DIFC notes that the expansion of its insurance and reinsurance ecosystem is underpinned by a diverse community of more than 135 firms spanning underwriting, reinsurance, broking, captives and specialist risk‑transfer activities.
During 2025 and the first quarter of 2026 alone, 28 new insurance‑related firms were authorised at the Centre, reportedly reinforcing DIFC’s role as a preferred long‑term base for global institutions seeking regulatory certainty, access to regional markets, and a stable environment from which to scale international operations.
