Reinsurance News
Gallagher expands PEMA practice with Gabriella Eriksen Wingren appointment
26th June 2026
Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting firm, has announced the appointment of Gabriella Eriksen Wingren as Head of Transaction Solutions, Nordics within its global multidisciplinary Private Equity and M&A practice (PEMA), effective 22nd July 2026. Based in Sweden, Eriksen will work closely with sector specialist colleagues across the ... Read the full article
UK businesses increasingly exposed as flood preparedness declines: Previsico
26th June 2026
A new report from flood forecasting firm Previsico, based on insights from more than 70 UK organisational leaders, has found a sharp decline in flood preparedness despite rising awareness of risk. Just 8% of respondents said they or all of their clients have flood action plans covering all locations, down from ... Read the full article
CFC introducing affirmative AI coverage
26th June 2026
Responding to customer demand, specialist insurance provider CFC has launched a programme of updates to embed affirmative artificial intelligence (AI) coverage within its portfolio. By implementing explicit AI-related language across seven key policies, this rollout provides clients with certainty on the handling of AI related risks, moving away from reliance on ... Read the full article
Aon appoints Chin Fong Teh as Chief of Staff, Asia Pacific, Reinsurance Solutions
26th June 2026
Aon’s Reinsurance Solutions, part of broking group Aon, has announced that Chin Fong Teh has been appointed Chief of Staff, Asia Pacific, based in Singapore, reporting to Rupert Moore, Chief Executive Officer, Asia Pacific, Reinsurance Solutions at Aon. The reinsurance broker notes that Fong Teh brings around two decades of experience ... Read the full article
Permira and Warburg Pincus-led investor group complete Clearwater acquisition
26th June 2026
The acquisition of Clearwater Analytics (CWAN) by an investor group led by Permira and Warburg Pincus has been completed in a transaction valued at approximately $8.4 billion. Clearwater stockholders were paid $24.55 per share in cash as part of the agreement. This price reflects a premium of approximately 47% compared to ... Read the full article
SiriusPoint adds Ella Stevenson to its Crisis Solutions team
26th June 2026
SiriusPoint, a specialty insurer and reinsurer based in Bermuda, has appointed Ella Stevenson as Crisis Solutions Underwriter, effective September 28th, 2026. This appointment follows the launch of SiriusPoint’s Crisis Solutions platform in May 2026. It also reflects the continued momentum behind the team as demand for crisis solutions increases across the ... Read the full article
Goldman Sachs analysts expect reinsurance rates in Australia to fall 10-15% at July 1 renewal
25th June 2026
Risk-adjusted reinsurance rates in Australia are projected to decline between 10-15% at the July 1st renewals, with reductions likely to be closer to the higher end of the range, according to analysts at investment bank and financial services company, Goldman Sachs. Analysts at Goldman Sachs expect favourable rate reductions for buyers ... Read the full article
Tracie Thompson appointed Global Head of Portfolio Solutions for Marsh Risk
25th June 2026
Marsh, a risk advisory, insurance broking and reinsurance services firm, has announced the appointment of Tracie Thompson as Global Head of Portfolio Solutions, Marsh Risk, effective immediately. In her new position, based in New York, Thompson will lead the continued development of Marsh’s regional and global proprietary portfolio solutions, ... Read the full article
Walker succeeds Wilson as Tower Insurance Chief Claims Officer
25th June 2026
New Zealand-based Tower Insurance has announced the appointment of Daniel Walker as its Chief Claims Officer. In his new position, Walker will lead Tower’s claims function, focusing on delivering the right outcomes for customers while driving digital transformation and continuing to lift service, efficiency and performance. The executive brings deep insurance experience, ... Read the full article
hyperexponential supports Allianz Commercial’s global pricing and underwriting modernisation
25th June 2026
hyperexponential (hx), a technology provider specialising in AI-native pricing and underwriting solutions for commercial insurers, has extended its partnership with Allianz Commercial as part of the insurer’s ongoing multi-year pricing and underwriting modernisation programme. According to hyperexponential, its platform has now been implemented across Allianz Commercial’s key lines of business, with ... Read the full article
Artemis Bermuda ILS Roundtable highlights strong market momentum
25th June 2026
In April 2026, our sister publication Artemis held its seventh Bermuda ILS Executive Roundtable in Hamilton, where leaders and experts across the insurance-linked securities (ILS) and reinsurance sector discussed current market trends and future opportunities. In partnership with international law firm Appleby and Moody’s Analytics, a global provider ... Read the full article
Feige appointed Head of Engineering, Construction & Inland Marine Underwriting, HDI Global US
25th June 2026
HDI Global, a corporate and specialty insurer within the Talanx Group, has appointed Dan Feige as Head of Engineering, Construction and Inland Marine Underwriting for HDI Global US. In his new role, Feige will help advance HDI’s underwriting platform, enhancing the value the company delivers to its clients and broker partners ... Read the full article
Janeke to lead Guy Carpenter’s combined UK P&C and London Europe team in 2027
25th June 2026
Guy Carpenter, a global risk and reinsurance specialist and a business of Marsh, is set to unite its UK Property and Casualty and London Europe teams under one leadership structure in 2027, reportedly giving clients more "seamless access" to broking, claims, analytics, and advisory expertise across Europe. Leon Janeke will lead ... Read the full article
Aon names Mike Pasterick as North America Health Leader
25th June 2026
Aon plc, the global professional services company specialising in risk, retirement and health solutions, has announced the appointment of Mike Pasterick as North America Health Leader, effective immediately. Pasterick will oversee Aon’s Health Solutions operations across North America, supporting clients as they respond to major developments shaping the healthcare and benefits ... Read the full article
Swiss Re warns of rising heat stress on Switzerland’s climate resilience
25th June 2026
Swiss Re, a Zurich-based global reinsurance group, has released findings via its Swiss Re Institute showing that increasing temperatures are placing growing pressure on Switzerland’s established ability to manage natural hazards. The company notes that Switzerland already benefits from strong protection against events such as floods and storms, supported by prevention ... Read the full article
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