News relating to the Bermuda and international insurance and reinsurance industry.
COVID-19 testing kits and extra protective equipment on its way: David Burt
Bermuda has ordered testing kits, as well as extra hand sanitiser, protective masks, gloves and other personal protective equipment, as it prepares for a worst-case scenario with respect to COVID-19.
Coronavirus postpones Bermuda Executive Forum New York 2020
The Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA) has postponed the upcoming Bermuda Executive Forum New York 2020, scheduled for March 19, and the associated networking reception scheduled for March 18.
IGI receives provisional approval to write US E&S Business
IGI Bermuda, the Bermuda subsidiary of International General Insurance Holdings Limited (IGI) has received provisional NAIC approval to write US excess and surplus business.
MS Amlin, Carey Olsen sponsor Bermuda’s World Triathlon Series
MS Amlin will act as title sponsor for Bermuda’s World Triathlon Series for the third consecutive year, with Carey Olsen Bermuda also joining, as an official partner.
Foundation Platform Technologies and Treefrog launch ILS and reinsurance deal pricing platform
Foundation Platform Technologies (FPT) has launched an ILS and reinsurance deal pricing and rollup platform called Foundation in partnership with Treefrog Consulting.
ILS market put to test by record cat losses
The insurance-linked securities (ILS) market has provided reinsurance capital of between $88 billion and $93 billion, according to new AM Best’s Commentary, titled Insurance-Linked Securities Market Looks to Future After Servicing Record Cat Losses.
Government of Bermuda releases COVID-19 poster for display in workplaces
The Government of Bermuda has issued a poster detailing COVID-19 prevention tips and is urging people in Bermuda to display it in their workplaces.
Hiscox supports multiple Bermuda charities in 2019
Nine Bermudian initiatives and organisations have benefitted from the charitable support of Hiscox in 2019.
MS Amlin to roll out training to promote gender equality
Global specialty re/insurer MS Amlin marked International Women’s Day on March 8 by announcing its plans to roll out its “courageous bystander” training to encourage employees to speak out and challenge poor behaviours. The company restated its commitment to gender diversity while acknowledging that it still has some way to go.
Lancashire Holdings announces 2020 AGM and publication of annual report
Bermuda-based insurer Lancashire Holdings' AGM will take place on 29 April 2020 12.30pm Bermuda time at its Hamilton head office.
