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Deterministic models key for reinsurers to secure better-informed terror strategies: Lockton Re & Blackthorn
13th November 2025
The stability and predictability that have defined terrorism insurance for decades is challenged by a rapidly changing threat landscape, calling into question the validity of long-standing assumptions around terrorism events that underpin scenario modelling and pricing strategies. This assessment comes from a new report, ‘Beyond the Blast: Capital Management of Tomorrow’s ... Read the full article
ABIR members’ contribution to Bermuda’s local economy tops $1.2bn
11th November 2025
Member companies of the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers (ABIR) set a new benchmark in 2024, contributing $1,210,566,922 to Bermuda’s economy, and employing a record number of Bermudians, according to the association's 20th Annual Economic Substance Survey. Last year, the group employed 1,472 Bermudians, spouses of Bermudians, or permanent resident ... Read the full article
Active Re expects retro philosophy shift to deliver measurable benefits
11th November 2025
According to Active Re’s 2024 Annual Report, the global reinsurer is transforming its retrocession approach, moving from a transactional model to a more strategic, integrated framework. This change is designed to improve capital efficiency, optimise cash flow, and strengthen alignment between in-house underwriting and its network of Managing General Agents (MGAs). "Active ... Read the full article
Parametric reinsurance gains momentum as Jamaica sees rapid hurricane payouts
11th November 2025
Willis Re, a specialised reinsurance broker, reports that two parametric risk transfer deals have recently drawn attention after confirming swift payouts to Jamaica. Hurricane Melissa activated the country’s $150 million World Bank sovereign bond, which had notably defaulted after Hurricane Beryl the previous year. At the same time, the Caribbean Catastrophe ... Read the full article
Conduit Re optimises portfolio mix to strengthen underwriting resilience
10th November 2025
Conduit Holdings, the Bermuda-based reinsurer and specialty insurance group, outlined a measured approach to portfolio management and risk alignment during its Q3 2025 earnings call. Chief Executive Officer Neil Eckert and Chief Financial Officer Elaine Whelan discussed how the business is adapting its underwriting strategy, capital position, and investment portfolio as ... Read the full article
Willis expands GB Facultative Division with senior leadership appointments
10th November 2025
Willis, a WTW business, has announced three senior appointments to its Direct and Facultative team in Great Britain. The additions of Fiona Kerr, David Watson, and James Kelly highlight the firm’s focus on expanding its global facultative expertise and delivering customised solutions for clients. Kerr joins Willis from Aon as Head of ... Read the full article
AM Best rates new Labuan based Chinese reinsurer Zhibao Re
10th November 2025
AM Best, the credit rating agency, has assigned Zhibao Labuan Reinsurance Company Limited (Zhibao Re) of Malaysia a Financial Strength Rating of B+ (Good) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb-” (Good), with a stable outlook. According to AM Best, these ratings reflect the company’s strong balance sheet, adequate operating ... Read the full article
Alt IMs’ move into Lloyd’s and US sidecars increases credit and liquidity risks: Fitch Ratings
7th November 2025
Global credit rating agency Fitch Ratings warns that alternative investment managers’ (Alt IMs) growing participation in Lloyd’s syndicates and US casualty sidecars is introducing new third-party capital to the reinsurance market but also increasing potential credit, liquidity, valuation, and governance risks. According to Fitch, Alt IMs are channelling long-term insurance premiums ... Read the full article
Juniper Re expands with New York City office and appointment of Bo Wulsin as Broker
6th November 2025
Juniper Re, a reinsurance brokerage firm, has announced the opening of its New York City office and the appointment of Bo Wulsin as Broker. Wulsin joins Juniper Re with ten years of experience in the re/insurance industry, having previously held broking positions at Lockton and Guy Carpenter. He is recognised for his ... Read the full article
AXA XL Reinsurance CEO Renaud Guidée on closing Asia’s protection gap: SIRC 2025
6th November 2025
In a recent Reinsurance News interview, Renaud Guidée, Chief Executive Officer of AXA XL Reinsurance, discussed the priorities shaping client conversations and market strategy at this year’s Singapore International Reinsurance Conference (SIRC). Guidée said his interactions with clients will centre on “looking at adequately priced risk” and noted clients look for ... Read the full article
Long-term partnerships are driving stability in Property (D&F and Binders) treaty reinsurance market: Howden Re
6th November 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, Howden Re, a reinsurance intermediary and advisory business known for its independent model and client-focused approach, offers its perspective on how relationships are shaping the current Property (D&F and Binders) treaty reinsurance landscape. According to Howden Re’s latest outlook, the market is experiencing what it ... Read the full article
Conduit Holdings announces appointment of Nicholas Shott as Non-Executive Director
5th November 2025
Conduit Holdings Limited, the parent company of Conduit Re, a Bermuda-based pure-play reinsurance business, has announced the appointment of Nicholas Shott as a Non-Executive Director, effective 4 November 2025. Shott brings over thirty years of experience in the financial services industry. He spent much of his career at Lazard, where he ... Read the full article
AXA XL names Sabrina Lahrmann Head of International Property
5th November 2025
AXA XL, the property and casualty division of AXA Group, has announced the promotion of Sabrina Lahrmann to Head of International Property, UK & Lloyd’s. Based in London, she took up her new position on 1 November 2025. In this leadership role, Lahrmann will oversee the creation and execution of AXA ... Read the full article
Policybazaar launches reinsurance operations across Asia and the Middle East
5th November 2025
Policybazaar.com, one of India's largest insurance platforms, has expanded its global footprint with the launch of its reinsurance operations in Sri Lanka, Qatar, Oman, and the UAE. With this launch, Policybazaar becomes one of the first India-based intermediaries to introduce a technology-driven reinsurance model across the rapidly growing regions of Asia ... Read the full article
Mutual Re expands ownership group with Mutual Assurance Society of Virginia addition
29th October 2025
Mutual Re, a Chicago-based reinsurance underwriting association writing business through reinsurance intermediaries, has announced the addition of Mutual Assurance Society of Virginia will be added to its ownership group. Effective January 1, 2026, Mutual Re's ownership will be held by Mutual Assurance Society of Virginia, Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company of ... Read the full article
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