Dublin-based carrier builds out continental platform with new underwriting hubs and multi-line Italian presence
London platform adds new class as Tim Mackenzie joins from Berkley Re to lead buildout from 2027
Howden Re managing director Hugo Chelton says the $2.8bn Baltimore bridge loss will concentrate in reinsurance and test pricing discipline, even as abundant capital keeps conditions competitive
Former Gallagher Re APAC chairman Richard Jones will join Willis Re in October to establish its Singapore platform and drive strategy across Asia
Economic losses from natural catastrophes in Asia reached $65bn in 2025, but just 8% of that was insured, highlighting deep structural underinsurance and rising exposure across the region
Rising ESG scrutiny, environmental compliance demands and increased reputational sensitivity among investors require a proactive response, write Markus Messinger, head of EMEA at Liberty Global Transaction Solutions and Gordon Smith, head of M&A environmental solutions at Liberty Specialty Markets
Senior appointments support European growth and Pine Walk MGA platform development