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- May 17 2026
Donald Trump’s US$40bn Hormuz insurance scheme non-starter due to lack of US naval escorts: report
Scheme failed to launch because it did not meet required conditions and depended on a US naval escort that has not materialised, the Financial Times reported.
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- May 15 2026
‘Pivotal moment’: Lloyd’s chief says no need for subtlety in soft cycle fight
Chief of market performance Rachel Turk says Q1 renewals were 'brutal', and that portfolio management will be a clear focus for syndicates as the soften market bites.
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- May 13 2026
Willis debuts ‘tailored’ carbon capture insurance solution across full project lifecycle
Modular solution is designed as a flexible product wording rather than a fixed facility, allowing clients to leverage insurer relationships for optimal pricing.
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- May 13 2026
Strait of Hormuz, US-China tensions to the fore as London market examines major geopolitical threats
UK political instability and challenges to the US dollar's dominance were also high on the agenda at the first Global Risk Summit in London this week.
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- May 12 2026
Swiss Re elevates Australia, New Zealand CEO Trent Thomson to global specialty head
Thomson, who succeeds Anne Lohbeck, will be based in London.
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- May 10 2026
Logistics giant DP World launches cargo war risk coverage for Middle East trade
End-to-end solution, backed by A-rated insurers, offers protection at a 'significantly more competitive' pricing than standard war risk premiums, the company said.
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- May 8 2026
Hillhouse reaches deal to acquire Marsh-owned high-net-worth broker in Asia
Mercer Private Client Services, founded in 2003, offers wealth protection and integrated life insurance solutions to private wealth management clients.
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- May 8 2026
Lloyd’s mulls disclosure of governance inquiry findings: FT
Investigation is linked to former CEO John Neal's time in charge of the exchange, according to the Financial Times.
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- May 7 2026
Deutsche Rück unites Asia, Middle East and Latin America units into new division led by Tarik Aouad
Aouad will oversee portfolio management of the new international growth markets division with a focus on growth and cross-regional development.
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- May 7 2026
MS Amlin launches industry-first property treaty consortium, boosts line size by 35% to US$67.5m
New consortium simplifies placement for brokers and bring new capacity to Lloyd’s, with MS Amlin acting as lead underwriter, retaining authority for underwriting and claims.
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- May 7 2026
Allianz Commercial to transfer commercial cyber business to Coalition
Transaction can position Coalition to become the largest writer of cyber insurance globally, CEO and co-founder Joshua Motta says.
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- May 5 2026
Global insurers resilient under 1-in-250-year catastrophe stress, but capital gaps emerge: S&P
Top 50 insurers face roughly US$430bn in gross exposure under a severe cat scenario, which would result in an 8% capital loss on average, the rating agency said.
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- May 5 2026
‘Insurance can play a significant role in removing uncertainty’: underwriters seek to unlock 2026 carbon credit market
Demand for carbon offsets is rising — but without insurance, analysts warn many credits may never reach the market.
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- May 4 2026
US Navy escorts, securing terms key to insuring Strait of Hormuz transits: Berkshire’s Ajit Jain
US President Donald Trump says the US will launch an effort on Monday to 'guide' stranded vessels through the key waterway.
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- May 4 2026
Australia’s ATC acquires Frontier Global to expand financial lines, London market footprint
Co-founders Sophie Fraser and Joel Pridmore will continue to lead the business under the BP Marsh-backed MGA.
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- April 30 2026
Lloyd’s looks for new way to meet diversity challenge after scrapping Dive In festival after 12 years
Insurance industry’s annual global diversity, culture, and talent festival will end after the 2026 event in September.
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- April 28 2026
Baltimore bridge loss reserve hits US$2.8bn, topping Costa Concordia; Q2 marine reserving at risk
US State of Maryland settles with MV Dali's owner and operator but not shipbuilder Hyundai, as the bridge collapse loss estimate rises to the largest marine insured loss ever.
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- April 27 2026
Swiss Re faces activist scrutiny for underwriting new LNG terminals, CEO defends ‘very robust’ ESG framework
Asia is a major importer of LNG, with over 120 terminals currently under development in the region, including in China, India, Vietnam and the Philippines.
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- April 24 2026
With 85% of Lloyd’s business global, London seeks international access in the face of new regulatory regimes
From the UK to Asia Pacific, London's insurance market steps up its fight for a level playing field amid rapidly shifting regulatory regimes.
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- April 21 2026
Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company gets Gift City licence
Branch is expected to support the UAE-based carrier's long-term growth by diversifying revenue streams and enhancing service capabilities for clients across high-growth markets.
