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SIRC 2026: Buyer’s market that still demands discipline, Marsh Risk’s Jeremy Waite says
Cedents are turning to structured covers and sharper wordings as retentions hold and near-term perils mount, according to the head of APAC structured solutions.
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SIRC 2026: Miller sees ‘positive opportunity for the market’ after expanding Asia footprint
Fresh from its Labuan launch, Miller will deepen existing Asia capabilities rather than open new markets, treaty reinsurance head Richard Broad says.
SIRC 2026: Miller sees ‘positive opportunity for the market’ after expanding Asia footprint
Fresh from its Labuan launch, Miller will deepen existing Asia capabilities rather than open new markets, treaty reinsurance head Richard Broad says.
Fresh from its Labuan launch, Miller will deepen existing Asia capabilities rather than open new markets, treaty reinsurance head Richard Broad says.
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SIRC 2026: Rate adequacy for financial lines in focus as risk environment becomes complex
Concentration risk in cyber is an area that needs closer monitoring as businesses become more dependent on major technology providers like cloud platforms and interconnected supply chains, Sompo’s Emily Poh says.
SIRC 2026: Rate adequacy for financial lines in focus as risk environment becomes complex
Concentration risk in cyber is an area that needs closer monitoring as businesses become more dependent on major technology providers like cloud platforms and interconnected supply chains, Sompo’s Emily Poh says.
Concentration risk in cyber is an area that needs closer monitoring as businesses become more dependent on major technology providers like cloud platforms and interconnected supply chains, Sompo’s Emily Poh says.
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SIRC 2026: New PCC regime to turbocharge Hong Kong’s ILS, captives ambitions: Taiping Re’s Sheldon Yu
Taiping Re is eyeing further evolution of its ILS market initiatives following its recent backing of the first-ever locally domiciled sidecar and the move to introduce protected cell companies by the Hong Kong government.
SIRC 2026: New PCC regime to turbocharge Hong Kong’s ILS, captives ambitions: Taiping Re’s Sheldon Yu
Taiping Re is eyeing further evolution of its ILS market initiatives following its recent backing of the first-ever locally domiciled sidecar and the move to introduce protected cell companies by the Hong Kong government.
Taiping Re is eyeing further evolution of its ILS market initiatives following its recent backing of the first-ever locally domiciled sidecar and the move to introduce protected cell companies by the Hong Kong government.
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SIRC 2026: 1.1 renewals to be driven by discipline, not broad market shifts: Scor’s Mukul Kishore
Scor's CEO sees a differentiated 1.1, with portfolio performance—not market shifts—driving outcomes as capacity stops being the constraint.
SIRC 2026: 1.1 renewals to be driven by discipline, not broad market shifts: Scor’s Mukul Kishore
Scor's CEO sees a differentiated 1.1, with portfolio performance—not market shifts—driving outcomes as capacity stops being the constraint.
Scor's CEO sees a differentiated 1.1, with portfolio performance—not market shifts—driving outcomes as capacity stops being the constraint.
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The Fidelis Partnership taps Bilal Zafar to lead new Singapore-based Lloyd’s service company
Veteran Volante Global executive will lead TFP Asia Pacific, with the new entity set to begin underwriting from January 1.
The Fidelis Partnership taps Bilal Zafar to lead new Singapore-based Lloyd’s service company
Veteran Volante Global executive will lead TFP Asia Pacific, with the new entity set to begin underwriting from January 1.
Veteran Volante Global executive will lead TFP Asia Pacific, with the new entity set to begin underwriting from January 1.
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SIRC 2026: ‘Risk is moving faster than price’: Antares’ Sri Ram Pappu
CEO warns APAC's steep softening masks fast-rising risk that will surface in claims years later, as it grows selectively in marine, financial lines and cyber.
SIRC 2026: ‘Risk is moving faster than price’: Antares’ Sri Ram Pappu
CEO warns APAC's steep softening masks fast-rising risk that will surface in claims years later, as it grows selectively in marine, financial lines and cyber.
CEO warns APAC's steep softening masks fast-rising risk that will surface in claims years later, as it grows selectively in marine, financial lines and cyber.
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SIRC 2026: ‘There is growing interest in alternative solutions and more tailored reinsurance arrangements.’
Ahmad Noor Azhari, president and CEO of Malaysian Re, says discipline and long-term partnerships will matter more than market cycles as capacity stays abundant and pricing softens.
SIRC 2026: ‘There is growing interest in alternative solutions and more tailored reinsurance arrangements.’
Ahmad Noor Azhari, president and CEO of Malaysian Re, says discipline and long-term partnerships will matter more than market cycles as capacity stays abundant and pricing softens.
Ahmad Noor Azhari, president and CEO of Malaysian Re, says discipline and long-term partnerships will matter more than market cycles as capacity stays abundant and pricing softens.
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SIRC 2026: Diary day two – Imposter syndrome
Marcus Alcock shares his thoughts from the Sands Expo & Convention Centre.
SIRC 2026: Diary day two – Imposter syndrome
Marcus Alcock shares his thoughts from the Sands Expo & Convention Centre.
Marcus Alcock shares his thoughts from the Sands Expo & Convention Centre.
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QBE Insurance promotes Leanne Nel to Pacific CEO
She succeeds Jonathan Groves following his appointment as Australia Pacific CEO in September.
QBE Insurance promotes Leanne Nel to Pacific CEO
She succeeds Jonathan Groves following his appointment as Australia Pacific CEO in September.
She succeeds Jonathan Groves following his appointment as Australia Pacific CEO in September.
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Exclusive: Lockton prepares Japan entry with Kyoritsu partnership
Move would deepen an existing relationship between the global broker and the in-house broking arm of Mizuho Financial Group.
Exclusive: Lockton prepares Japan entry with Kyoritsu partnership
Move would deepen an existing relationship between the global broker and the in-house broking arm of Mizuho Financial Group.
Move would deepen an existing relationship between the global broker and the in-house broking arm of Mizuho Financial Group.
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Generali’s Francesco Giannuzzi relocates from Milan, named Malaysia CFO
He has been with the Italian insurer for over 12 years, most recently as its head of finance for the Mediterranean and Latin America.
Generali’s Francesco Giannuzzi relocates from Milan, named Malaysia CFO
He has been with the Italian insurer for over 12 years, most recently as its head of finance for the Mediterranean and Latin America.
He has been with the Italian insurer for over 12 years, most recently as its head of finance for the Mediterranean and Latin America.
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Tokio Marine Kiln promotes Jaci Eng, Jon Grossman to co-heads of APAC property
They will work closely with Jamie Tang, TMK's underwriting director for APAC, in their new senior roles.
Tokio Marine Kiln promotes Jaci Eng, Jon Grossman to co-heads of APAC property
They will work closely with Jamie Tang, TMK's underwriting director for APAC, in their new senior roles.
They will work closely with Jamie Tang, TMK's underwriting director for APAC, in their new senior roles.
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SIRC 2026: Softening rates, Hong Kong’s ILS ambitions, India’s opening market to dominate in Singapore
Attendees will focus on competitive pricing and broader structures, nat cat and parametric solutions, M&A momentum, and the rise of India's Gift City and Hong Kong as regional reinsurance hubs.
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‘Huge opportunity, if we get it right’: brokers told to look beyond traditional insurance as risk pressures mount
Worldwide Broker Network survey shows insurance has shifted from a transactional purchase to a strategic driver of resilience, but the landscape is complex and fast moving, global director of property and casualty and product development Jen Blair tells InsuranceAsia News.
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‘You can’t fix what you can’t see’: cyber insurers warn PHP2Shell website shutdowns highlight AI impact
Cyber insurers warn that the PHP2Shell shutdowns exposed a growing visibility gap as AI is now finding software flaws faster than clients can locate the systems running them.
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Alternative solutions go mainstream as energy transition reshapes insurance risk
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Spotlight
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SIRC 2026: Unencumbered by legacy, Willis Re starts afresh in Asia
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Scor Business Solutions sets sights on profitable APAC build-out with specialty push
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Sompo APAC’s consumer business targets sustainable expansion as regulators push market discipline
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Gallagher Specialty eyes Hong Kong, South Korea, Thailand as it bids to be ‘market disruptor’
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The Hartford targets APAC growth with Singapore energy launch in Q1 2027
M&A
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Willis Re completes acquisition of BMS Re’s US subsidiaries
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Halliwell acquires New Zealand’s Maynard Marks to expand Asia Pacific presence
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Malaysian central bank extends RHB-Tokio Marine insurance merger deadline to February
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IAG confident RACI deal will be completed in 2027 despite opposition
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AUB Group to acquire Aon’s One Underwriting Australia
ESG
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Lloyd’s looks for new way to meet diversity challenge after scrapping Dive In festival after 12 years
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Swiss Re faces activist scrutiny for underwriting new LNG terminals, CEO defends ‘very robust’ ESG framework
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QBE hands Mandy Chan expanded role as head of operational power generation, ESG for Asia
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Carbon credit specialist Oka launches in Singapore
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‘You can’t do it as a hobby’: ESG must be a clear business model with easily measurable targets
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SIRC 2026: Miller sees ‘positive opportunity for the market’ after expanding Asia footprint
Fresh from its Labuan launch, Miller will deepen existing Asia capabilities rather than open new markets, treaty reinsurance head Richard Broad says.
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SIRC 2026: Rate adequacy for financial lines in focus as risk environment becomes complex
Concentration risk in cyber is an area that needs closer monitoring as businesses become more dependent on major technology providers like cloud platforms and interconnected supply chains, Sompo’s Emily Poh says.
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SIRC 2026: New PCC regime to turbocharge Hong Kong’s ILS, captives ambitions: Taiping Re’s Sheldon Yu
Taiping Re is eyeing further evolution of its ILS market initiatives following its recent backing of the first-ever locally domiciled sidecar and the move to introduce protected cell companies by the Hong Kong government.
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SIRC 2026: 1.1 renewals to be driven by discipline, not broad market shifts: Scor’s Mukul Kishore
Scor's CEO sees a differentiated 1.1, with portfolio performance—not market shifts—driving outcomes as capacity stops being the constraint.
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SIRC 2026: ‘Risk is moving faster than price’: Antares’ Sri Ram Pappu
CEO warns APAC's steep softening masks fast-rising risk that will surface in claims years later, as it grows selectively in marine, financial lines and cyber.
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SIRC 2026: ‘There is growing interest in alternative solutions and more tailored reinsurance arrangements.’
Ahmad Noor Azhari, president and CEO of Malaysian Re, says discipline and long-term partnerships will matter more than market cycles as capacity stays abundant and pricing softens.
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SIRC 2026: Diary day two – Imposter syndrome
Marcus Alcock shares his thoughts from the Sands Expo & Convention Centre.
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SIRC 2026: Regional reinsurance growth to welcome limit expansion, better program design
Canopius sees greater interest in restructuring programs by combining traditional XoL, structured solutions and parametric products, regional CEO Soon Keen Lee says.
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SIRC 2026: Axa XL warns data centre risk concentrates amid APAC buildout
Vicky Roberts-Mills, global head of energy transition and digital infrastructure at Axa XL, says scale, density and criticality are reshaping risk across the region.
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SIRC 2026: Asia wealth buildup fuels casualty business for Berkley Re
Reinsurer’s Asia Pacific CEO Glen Riddell, who is also the chair of the Singapore Reinsurers' Association, also discusses nat cat volatility, and softening market cycles.
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BlackRock's Daniel Caderas and MSCI's Raman Aylur Subramanian explain why tactical asset allocation (TAA) and exchange-traded funds (ETF) have become essential as global markets fragment and static allocations lose their reliability.
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Maritime shipping faces growing geopolitical threats — missiles, drones, GPS interference, and cyber sabotage — requiring better intelligence, crew welfare, and resilience measures.
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Planning for future conditions from the outset can improve operational reliability, reduce potential disruption and protect long-term asset value.
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Captive insurance has evolved from niche tool to strategic risk infrastructure in Asia, with connected claims data seen as key to unlocking its full value.
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The Fidelis Partnership taps Bilal Zafar to lead new Singapore-based Lloyd’s service company
Veteran Volante Global executive will lead TFP Asia Pacific, with the new entity set to begin underwriting from January 1.
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QBE Insurance promotes Leanne Nel to Pacific CEO
She succeeds Jonathan Groves following his appointment as Australia Pacific CEO in September.
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Generali’s Francesco Giannuzzi relocates from Milan, named Malaysia CFO
He has been with the Italian insurer for over 12 years, most recently as its head of finance for the Mediterranean and Latin America.
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Tokio Marine Kiln promotes Jaci Eng, Jon Grossman to co-heads of APAC property
They will work closely with Jamie Tang, TMK's underwriting director for APAC, in their new senior roles.
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Allianz Australia taps Aon veteran Alison Smith as general manager for distribution
She will join Allianz Australia in January after almost 23 years at Aon in various roles.
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Hong Kong-based Tina Cheung joins Chubb as senior financial lines underwriter
She had departed Markel after three years in August, as reported by InsuranceAsia News.
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Shinick Kim joins Willis Re’s Singapore buildout
He joins Gallagher Re in South Korea.
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Weng Kong Chan joins BHSI as senior risk engineer
He joins from Sompo, where he was a risk control specialist within the Japanese insurer's APAC property business.
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Allianz Commercial Japan taps Katsuya Kobayashi as head of marine
He has more than 30 years of insurance industry experience, according to a LinkedIn update from Brian Jinzenji, managing director for Japan and South Korea.
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Niyam Group ropes in ex-Tysers Singapore CEO Babita Rai to spearhead international business
She was most recently the CEO and executive director for Tysers Singapore between November 2023 and June.
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Risk management: "Adequate liability limits are therefore an essential component of risk management for high-hazard operations."
Marc Burban, Asian Risks Management Services
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W&I: "W&I is now being utilised with increasing frequency across a far broader range of deal sizes and geographies in the region. Coverage terms have broadened, retentions have fallen, and underwriting processes are being continually refined to become increasingly streamlined."
Keshaya Yap, Liberty Global Transaction Solutions
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Lloyd’s Asia GWP growth stalls at US$1.2bn in 2025, but underwriting gain soars 24%
Monetary Authority of Singapore filings show premium growth flatlined after a 17% jump the year before, even as it posted stronger underwriting gains and a 10% increase in net profit.
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US$100bn cat bond market ‘in reach’ as 2026 heads for record issuance: Gallagher Re
Strong demand from investors for new perils and for risk from underrepresented regions such as Asia Pacific, according to Jason Bolding, CEO of Gallagher Securities.
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Insurance seen as ‘genuine tipping point’ for Asia’s first major carbon capture, storage hubs
Consortium identifies India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Australia as potential storage sites across the Asia Pacific, but insurers warn projects may not secure financing without long-term risk cover.
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Lloyd’s Asia surpasses US$1bn GWP milestone in 2024 amid double-digit growth
Offshore fund demonstrates strong performance despite challenges in the Singapore unit and varied underwriting results across business lines.
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Hong Kong’s P&C reinsurance market narrows gap with Singapore
Hong Kong benefitted from RBC implementation in 2024, however, Singapore retained top spot in terms of GWP and underwriting results.
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Short-tail performance boost for Australia’s P&C carriers
APRA data shows general insurance COR improves in Q4 2024, while profit after tax almost doubles to US$1bn.
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Australian intermediated premiums grow 8.2% in 2023-24
While the GWP placed with Lloyd’s in the 12 months grew at a comparable pace, business placed with unauthorised foreign insurers declined marginally.
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Alternative risk solutions on the table for non-modelled perils at 1.1 renewals
The APAC reinsurance market is transitioning from a market of corrections to a market of solutions, Tony Gallagher, CEO, Asia Pacific, Guy Carpenter tells InsuranceAsia News.
No change, but headwinds remain ahead of 1.1 renewals: Howden Re’s Andy Souter
Andy Souter, head of APAC at Howden Re, speaks to InsuranceAsia News about the broker’s expectations for the coming 1.1 renewals, and Howden Re’s growth ambitions in the region.
Asia domiciled sidecars show ‘untapped potential’ for reinsurers: MS Amlin’s William Ho
William Ho, CEO of Asia Pacific at MS Amlin in Singapore, tells InsuranceAsia News about the Lloyd’s carrier's plans to expand its ILS program in 2027 and opportunities for third-party capital innovation in the region.
Fire losses: "Having given evidence that played a key role in the court's assessment, I believe the court’s reasoning holds a clear lesson for insurers and claims professionals across the region: early evidence capture is critical in complex fire losses."
Anand Ghnavello, Halliwell