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- June 1 2026
Exclusive: Victor Kuk draws up blueprint for a ‘truly global’ Peak Re
It will not be ‘more of the same’, the new CEO of the Hong Kong-based reinsurer says as he lays out his vision to scale the firm into a top-tier global contender in his first exclusive interview since taking the helm.
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- June 1 2026
Exclusive: Peak Re ready for next phase of growth, embrace new era: Franz-Josef Hahn
In an exclusive interview, founding CEO says the Hong Kong-based reinsurer has reached 'the appropriate moment for a succession', urging his successor to maintain the founding principle of 'courage to deliver' through all market cycles.
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- May 30 2026
Full Capacity: AI boom’s supply chain trap
This week's newsletter also discusses the IAG-Greensill Bank settlement, Zurich's Beazley acquisition merger review, South Korea's risk pool, nat cat update, South Korea's FTC investigation and Fidelis' Asia plans.
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- May 29 2026
Seadrif, UN launch anticipatory drought insurance pilot in Laos
Policy provides pre-arranged financing based on early warning data, before drought conditions severely affect farming households and rural communities.
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- May 28 2026
‘Asia is an active strategic focus’: Fidelis aims to bulk up property treaty, specialty lines
The Fidelis Partnership is targeting greater proximity and deeper local broker relationships in a region it sees as being an 'attractive market for decades to come', deputy chairman Charles Mathias tells InsuranceAsia News.
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- May 27 2026
South Korean financial regulator approves Lotte’s management improvement plan: reports
Korean insurer must implement its plan for 18 months, with the Financial Services Commission and Financial Supervisory Service monitoring the progress.
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- May 27 2026
Deutsche Rück flags Myanmar earthquake as biggest loss in 2025 as profits jump 45%
German reinsurer posts strong premium growth and improved underwriting, with international expansion underpinning strong outlook.
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- May 25 2026
Tower elevates Michael Skeens to chief operating officer
Former customer contact centre head will be responsible for leading the Kiwi insurer's operational hubs, teams, systems and processes.
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- May 23 2026
Full Capacity: Japan’s big 3 make waves globally
This week's newsletter also discusses M&A updates, Munich Re's typhoon season predictions, political violence risks for APAC companies, Willis and Global Parametrics new parametric policy and ARPC's improved affordability for covers.
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- May 22 2026
Gallagher Re confirms Carlos Grijalva as APAC head of cyber
Hong Kong‑based Grijalva’s move to join the reinsurance broker was first reported by InsuranceAsia News last month.
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- May 22 2026
South Korea to offer US$200m war-risk cover for small shippers in Strait of Hormuz
Financial Services Commission will also explore the creation of a reinsurance program to extend coverage to larger vessels with significant economic impact.
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- May 21 2026
Munich Re taps Gavin Maistry to lead APAC MEA L&H as Daniel Cossette retires
Singapore-based Maistry was most recently the reinsurer’s global chief actuary for life and health.
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- May 21 2026
Tokio Marine outlines capacity for over US$10bn in M&A following Berkshire deal
Beyond US deals, insurer sees Canada, Australia and Southeast Asia as priority markets for growth, according to Tokio Marine Kiln CEO Brad Irick.
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- May 21 2026
Tokio Marine’s Greensill reserving fuels US$300m profit drop
Insurer entered a court-sponsored mediation in March, and is currently negotiating the settlement of Greensill Bank AG litigation.
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- May 20 2026
Sompo posts record US$4bn profit, up 163% on lower nat cat losses, strong underwriting gains
Group’s insurance service result rose 93.5% to US$3.7bn, while consolidated net profit increased 71% to US$3.1bn
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- May 20 2026
MS Amlin posts 30% jump in insurance service result, COR down to 83%
Net premium written increased 27% to US$2.5bn, while its net profit rose 80% to US$345m.
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- May 19 2026
Markel, Willis launch dedicated nuclear insurance facility
Facility will provide capacity property damage and business interruption cover for nuclear-critical and conventional exposures spanning construction through to operation.
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- May 19 2026
Australia’s cyclone pool cuts premiums by 37%, boosts availability in high-risk areas: ARPC
Government-backed reinsurance scheme improves affordability and access in cyclone-prone regions, with insurer participation driving a 27% rise in policy availability since its launch in 2022.
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- May 18 2026
Steadfast-owned Miramar acquires Australian sports specialist MGA
Sports Underwriting Australia will join the MGA group as Miramar Sports, strengthening the group’s specialty capabilities.
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- May 18 2026
Asia Pacific MGA market has ‘a lot of headroom’ for growth
GC Access' Steve Warwick highlights strong expansion potential, with MGAs generating new business through talent and technology.
