Underwriting
Lancashire announces two CEO appointments
Lancashire has announced succession plans for the leadership of its Lloyd’s business and its Bermuda-domiciled insurance company.
Hiscox introduces sexual misconduct cover
Hiscox has launched sexual molestation liability cover and hired Beazley’s Harriet Turner to lead the new offering.
Allianz sponsors Rugby World Cup; Alps's motorhome product; Send's CFO
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Q&A: James Burns, CFC
James Burns, global head of cyber at CFC, speaks to Insurance Post about how long a soft market can stay soft, the current cyber claims environment, and the main issues facing the cyber market.
Hiscox achieves 6% UK growth and eyes double digits by 2028
Hiscox UK is on track to hit its 6% growth target for 2025 at the halfway mark, with group chief underwriting officer Joanne Musselle revealing plans for double-digit retail growth by 2028.
Big Interview: Rob Worrell, Everywhen
Rob Worrell, CEO of Everywhen, talks to Insurance Post about the firm’s rebrand, its M&A appetite, and why he thinks the industry’s rate of consolidation is sustainable.
Chubb accused of coal underwriting u-turn
Chubb has reportedly reversed its coal underwriting policy by becoming the lead reinsurer for a coal-fired power plant in Vietnam.
P&C insurance digital transformation - modern strategies for success: In-depth guide
The P&C insurance industry stands at a digital crossroads. Traditional insurers face a tough choice: innovate or fall behind.
Breaking the workflow: Reimagining insurance with generative AI
Generative AI is opening up possibilities far beyond traditional automation, transforming how insurers operate, make decisions, and serve their customers. But with so much hype, where do you start?
Q&A: Gary Gallen, rradar
Gary Gallen, CEO and founder of Rradar, tells Insurance Post why he set up the firm, how he flipped the pricing model of law firms, and why others won't follow suit.
Understanding IFRS 17 compliance: Overcoming the operational challenges
The insurance industry has undergone and continues to undergo a major transformation with the implementation of IFRS 17, the global standard for insurance contracts accounting.
Close pulls back from PL; Howden’s crypto cover; Axa’s CFO
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Digital transformation in insurance - The 2025 playbook for sustainable growth
This article explores the depth and breadth of digital transformation in insurance, offering insight into technologies, benefits, challenges, and a practical roadmap to guide insurers through this evolution.
Airbnb & holiday let: Your rights as a landlord
Holiday home lettings and Airbnb have surged in popularity with many holidaymakers choosing to rent ‘homes’ rather than stay in a hotel.
Big Interview: Phil Cunningham, Direct Commercial
Phil Cunningham, founder of Direct Commercial sits down with Scott McGee to discuss his entry into insurance at the age of 12, why DCL will hit £400m in GWP by 2030, and why he thinks he was the first recipient of the Young Achiever award at the British…
MBC’s Clear rebrand; MS Amlin’s simplification; CFC chief tech officer
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
British Insurance Technology Awards 2025 shortlist revealed
Insurance Post can reveal the businesses and individuals who have been shortlisted for the 2025 British Insurance Technology Awards.
Diary of an Insurer: Apollo’s Chris Moore
Based in Amsterdam, Chris Moore, president of commercial at Apollo ibott 1971, gets the kids to school while the London market still sleeps, has a data-driven underwriting approach, and reflects on what Lloyd's chair Bruce Carnegie-Brown and CEO John…
Risk management in reinsurance: Strategies for insurers
In a world where natural catastrophe losses hit $108 billion globally in 2023, securing a reliable risk-sharing strategy is no longer optional - it’s essential.
Commercial Express targeting £100m GWP by 2029
Duncan Pritchard, founder and managing director of MGA Commercial Express, has told Insurance Post that the firm hopes to hit £100m in gross written premium by the end of 2028.
Retirements drive London market technology innovation
Guidewire London market lead Jamie McDonnell has argued that retirements are driving technology innovation in the market.
Reinsurance market trends: Strategic insights for 2025
The reinsurance market never stands still, and neither can those who navigate it. This content outlines the key trends which are impacting the reinsurance market in 2025.
Big Interview: Michael Lee, First Central
Michael Lee, CEO of First Central sits down with Scott McGee to run through the company’s transformation over the last few years, why he won’t be rushed into growing the home and motor books, and the potential of new investment.
Strong innovation mindset key to MGA appeal
Research from Corin Underwriting has revealed that brokers are drawn to MGAs with a strong commitment to innovation, community engagement, and talent development.