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Falcon promotes John Merchant to CUO
27th January 2026
Falcon Risk Services, a wholly owned managing general agent (MGA) of HDI Global SE, has promoted John Merchant to Chief Underwriting Officer (CUO), effective January 1st, 2026. Merchant was the first employee to join Falcon in October 2021, and the firm says that he has since been instrumental in the MGA's ... Read the full article
Insurance modernisation key to UK financial services competitiveness: TheCityUK & PwC
26th January 2026
Insurers are central to the competitiveness of the UK’s financial and related professional services industry, but a report from TheCityUK and PwC UK warns that lagging insurance processes and market infrastructure threaten that position without urgent modernisation. The report draws on insights from over 300 senior leaders – including 70 CEOs ... Read the full article
Rogers appointed as Price Forbes’ Cyber Claims Manager
26th January 2026
Global specialty broker Price Forbes has announced the appointment of Alexander Rogers as Cyber Claims Manager, a London-based role. Rogers provides full lifecycle claims advocacy and round-the-clock support to clients navigating complex cybersecurity incidents. He helps insureds cut through technical complexity, protect financial outcomes, and emerge from crises stronger and more ... Read the full article
VIGRe28 unveiled as ‘natural evolution’ in data-driven, tech-enabled strategy shift
26th January 2026
Tobias Sonndorfer, CFA, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of VIG Re, said the company’s new three-year strategy, VIGRe28, marks a natural evolution, leveraging data and technology to enhance client value and create compelling opportunities to navigate global uncertainty together with partners. The new three-year strategy is built around three pillars: Strengthen, ... Read the full article
MSIG USA names Ron Morrison as Chief Claims Officer
26th January 2026
MSIG USA, the US-based arm of Tokyo-headquartered MSIG Holdings, Inc., has appointed Ron Morrison as Chief Claims Officer, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Peter McKenna. He brings extensive experience overseeing complex commercial claims operations and is known for disciplined leadership, sound decision-making, and strengthening claims as a core function within specialty ... Read the full article
Kin launches auto insurance for Florida and Texas customers
26th January 2026
Kin, a digital home and auto insurance provider, has launched an auto insurance for its Florida and Texas home insurance customers, a move that allows those living in two of the most volatile US insurance markets to bundle their policies, unlocking significant savings. The expansion is a direct response to the ... Read the full article
Adam Sullivan named CEO of Gallagher Specialty Asia
26th January 2026
Global insurance and reinsurance broking group Gallagher has appointed Adam Sullivan as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Gallagher Specialty Asia. Sullivan brings more than 30 years of industry experience to his new role. He started in the aviation insurance market in 1992 and has since developed significant experience delivering diverse bespoke ... Read the full article
Major risk conditions hinge on crystallisation of 2025 aviation claims: Howden Re
26th January 2026
Following the 1 January 2026 renewals, the future direction of major risk market conditions will likely be determined by the final amount of losses incurred in 2025, according to Howden Re’s Aviation & Space Treaty team. After a period of relatively modest major risk airline losses, a number of high-profile claims ... Read the full article
Generali’s Borean appointed Chairman of European Insurance CFO Forum
26th January 2026
Cristiano Borean, Generali Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO), has been appointed Chairman of the European Insurance CFO Forum, a high-level discussion group for the Chief Financial Officers of Europe's leading insurance companies. Established in 2002, the CFO Forum advocates for its members - representing a significant part of the European insurance ... Read the full article
Emerging exposures and market pressure shape 2026 aviation insurance strategy: WTW
26th January 2026
In 2026, the aviation insurance market is expected to navigate sustained pricing pressure, evolving risk dynamics, and accelerating technological disruption. Success, according to WTW, will favour carriers that act swiftly, leverage data-driven decision-making, and stay ahead of emerging exposures. In a new airline insurance landscape report following the recent renewal season, ... Read the full article
Hannover Re expands Cardinez’s remit with Global Head of Financial Solutions role
26th January 2026
Global reinsurer Hannover Re has announced the appointment of Chantal Cardinez as Global Head of Financial Solutions. Cardinez will take on the role in addition to her existing mandate as Chief Executive Officer of Hannover Re Bermuda. She brings more than 20 years of industry experience, with strong business development acumen and ... Read the full article
Territorial disputes, regime changes are political & geopolitical risks for insurers: BMI’s Sano
26th January 2026
Territorial disputes, regime changes, and the possible shifting of global alliances are the main themes of political and geopolitical risks insurers need to watch for in 2026 and beyond, according to Yoel Sano, Head of Global Political and Security Risk at BMI, a multinational research firm and Fitch subsidiary. At the ... Read the full article
Apollo partners with ZenHedge to launch new parametric Freight Expense Insurance solution
26th January 2026
Apollo, a Skyward Group company, has entered into a partnership with ZenHedge, a US-based insurtech start-up, to bring to market Freight Expense Insurance, a parametric insurance solution aimed at shielding US shippers from unplanned freight cost increases driven by trucking carrier tender rejections. ZenHedge’s proprietary platform leverages data drawn from ... Read the full article
Major joins Markel Insurance as Senior Claims Adjuster – Professional Indemnity
26th January 2026
Markel Insurance, the insurance operation within Markel Group Inc., has announced the appointment of Charlotte Major as Senior Claims Adjuster – Professional Indemnity, effective immediately. In her new role, based in London, Major will focus on resolving complex PI claims for clients across multiple professions, including construction firms, accountants, and insurance ... Read the full article
LIIBA strengthens Board with seven new Directors reflecting market diversity
26th January 2026
LIIBA, the London and International Insurance Brokers’ Association, appointed seven new Directors in 2025, broadening member representation, a move that reflects new Articles of Association adopted in March. The changes were aimed at broadening the profile of the Board across its membership and to ensure representation of the perspectives from all ... Read the full article
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