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A roundup of all the news you need, including BRG’s European expansion.
Plus, the latest people moves and all the top news of the week.
This publication revealed his exit from MS Re last month.
The underwriter joins from MS Amlin.
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Continental reinsurers’ average CEO pay in 2024 is 7% above 2015 levels

Hannover Re’s CEO is lowest paid among peers, despite their pay growing 77% since 2015.
Analysis
Analysis
The investment comes amid expectations of a new cycle of deals.
Some segments are moving faster than anticipated, but overall, it remains a mixed bag.
Working out ROI on sponsorship deals is difficult, but the sport is beloved by insurance brands.
Interviews
The carrier’s president Andrew McMellin is aiming to double London market share in the next five years.
The executive said the MHA model is here to stay and offers an “immense value”.
The firm's near-term global strategy includes operations in the UK, US, parts of Europe and Asia.
The new Lloyd’s chief of market performance also outlined target growth areas.
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Get the inside scoop on the major stories shaping the London market through discussions with the journalists who broke them. Plus, hear from industry professionals on what these developments mean for the (re)insurance sector.

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In Partnership With Markel
Insurers could face a “heightened claims exposure” due to increased regulation scrutiny on the fintech industry, including buy now pay later schemes, AI and crypto, said Nick Rugg, Head of Fintech and Investment Management Insurance for Markel International.
In Partnership With AXIS
The increase in business and leisure travel – plus niche travel, such as for cosmetic procedures – is driving increased demand for travel insurance, said Guy Bonwick, Head of Global Specialty Accident and Health at AXIS.
In Partnership With Delos
“Wildfire is a specialist peril," said Kevin Stein, Co-Founder and CEO of Delos, explaining how harnessing data is redefining wildfire risk underwriting.
In Partnership With AXIS
Companies are focusing on offering mental health support to employees. “We're listening, we're learning and we're sharing,” said Vince Tizzio, President and CEO of AXIS, with Phil Schermer, Founder and CEO of Project Healthy Minds.
In Partnership With Markel
As AI and data analytics reshape the insurance industry, Brendan Hanley, managing director of binding P&C at Markel, explains how these tools can offer real efficiency gains.
Jack Kuhn, President of Westfield Specialty, discusses the shifting market cycles and changing landscape at RISKWORLD 2025.
Alliant is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, and is the ‘furthest thing from a serial acquirer,’ Greg Zimmer, CEO, Alliant, said at RISKWORLD 2025.
In Partnership With Arch
Today’s casualty market is “challenging” driven by shrinking capacity and tightening excess layers, said Pete McGuinness, EVP, national accounts casualty, for Arch.
Uncertainty around political climate, weather and a possible recession is firming the market, said Wendy Houser, President, wholesale and specialty, Markel.
In Partnership With Markel
Private equity investors may not have the same timeline as the multi-year construction projects they’ve invested in, which could leave surety writers holding the keys if private equity walks away, said Mike Keimig, president and CEO of Markel Surety.
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