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- September 16 2026
Hong Kong pushes captive insurance, ILS reforms as policy address seeks to strengthen international hub status
In his annual policy address and first five-year plan on Wednesday, chief executive John Lee Ka-chiu introduces several initiatives, including legislative amendments to introduce a protected cell company (PCC) structure.
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- September 15 2026
Asian power insurance softens on abundant capacity, Chinese market rates remain stable: Willis
International and regional insurers continue to deploy significant capacity, enabling many insureds to secure premium reductions, broader insurer participation and enhanced policy terms, according to Lyo Foo, head of power and natural resources for Asia.
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- September 15 2026
Miller launches Malaysia operations with treaty, fac offering
Jo Garnett and Hui Sin Low are 'key talents already secured', with additional new hires joining in late 2026.
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- September 15 2026
Starr taps Patto To as regional A&H claims manager
Hong Kong-based To will focus on strengthening claims service across Hong Kong and Singapore.
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- September 15 2026
Zurich’s US$11bn Beazley acquisition to take effect on October 1 after regulatory approval
Deal remains subject to satisfaction of other conditions, including court approval and delivery of a copy of the court order to the registrar of companies.
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- September 14 2026
Miller Japan hires Hiroaki Wakamatsu as business development, credit insurance specialist
He will work alongside Tokinori Kono, head of non-marine broking, across multiple lines of business, including credit, surety and political risk.
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- September 14 2026
Thailand’s TQR taps Tanasta Dhadasih as assistant vice president
She brings over 14 years of experience in the insurance industry, with strong expertise in financial lines, underwriting, corporate business, and client management.
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- September 14 2026
Labuan Re hires Chan Swee Chee as CUO
He brings over 28 years of experience in the (re)insurance industry, with extensive expertise in treaty and facultative reinsurance across Asia.
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- September 14 2026
Specialist Risk Group Australia appoints Josh Lauren as managing partner
Perth-based Lauren joins the broker following a year-long career break, having previously spent nine years at Empire Insurance Group (now Marsh).
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- September 14 2026
Starr appoints Sharon Ho as head of A&H for Hong Kong
She was most recently a partnership and affinity manager at Generali.
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- September 11 2026
London P&I among insurers on the hook for Ocean Melody carrier after fatal blaze
Liberian-flagged cargo ship caught fire on Thursday while being docked for repairs in Chinese shipping hub of Qingdao, leaving 25 dead.
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- September 11 2026
Howden Singapore promotes Joyce Hor to COO
She has been working at Howden for 10 years, most recently as finance director.
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- September 10 2026
Singapore’s GIC takes 5% stake in Samsung Fire and Marine
With its purchase of 2.24 million shares, the sovereign wealth fund has become one of the largest shareholders of the South Korean insurer.
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- September 9 2026
Japanese P&C carriers’ underwriting profit rebounds 186% to US$2.3bn in FY25: Toa Re
Improvement driven by an increase in net premium income and a drop in net claims paid, reflecting lower earthquake claims following the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake.
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- September 9 2026
Tokio Marine HCC International completes Direct Commercial acquisition
UK commercial motor specialist will continue to operate as a standalone business, while the acquisition also includes sister company, Direct Commercial Premium Finance.
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- September 9 2026
Axa XL appoints Markus Posberg as property, construction, energy CUO for APAC and Europe
Cologne-based Posberg brings extensive technical experience, most recently as head of property, construction and energy for Germany.
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- September 9 2026
Pacific Life Re executes first asset-intensive reinsurance deal in Hong Kong
Transaction involves a block of whole life liabilities of a pan-Asian insurer.
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- September 4 2026
Hana Financial weighs US$148m capital injection for insurance unit amid saturated domestic market: reports
If completed, Hana Insurance will have raised around US$370m in new capital within a year.
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- September 4 2026
AM Best affirms Peak Re’s A- ratings, cites robust balance sheet and disciplined strategy
Reported capital and surplus grew by 17% to US$1.7bn in 2025, supported by a retention of underwriting and investment profits.
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- September 2 2026
Coface promotes Jason Tan to head of commercial for Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur-based Tan joined Coface almost six years ago, and was most recently managing commercial operations and marketing for Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines.
