Eqecat, a consulting firm that tracks natural disaster costs, announced hurricanes could cost insurers “above average” in 2005.

The company said the unprecedented number of storms in 2004 made it the costliest year ever.

Eqecat senior vice president Tom Larsen commented: "Although the current season might not be as severe and unusual as the 2004 season, the potential for large losses in 2005 is likely to be troubling to insurers and reinsurers”.

Last year, total insured losses in the US topped $22bn.

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.

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