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Octave Ventures secures Lloyd’s approval for new managing agent
’While we have long been actively managing the Syndicates, becoming a Lloyd’s Managing Agent enhances our capabilities and further enables us to add value to the Lloyd’s market,’ says chief executive
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Apollo promotes new construction leader as Cook retires
’His work establishing the class has created a strong platform for future growth,’ says group chief underwriting officer
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‘Surging capacity’ and new entrants to keep London market competitive in 2026 – Amwins
‘Some sectors are experiencing meaningful softening, while others still face pressure from loss trends, inflation and evolving exposures,’ says chief executive
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Lloyd’s broker enters speciality market with senior appointment
‘As we continue to grow, broadening our risk appetite and expertise is the logical next phase of our development,’ says chief executive
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Westfield Specialty expands into company market
’Westfield Specialty’s strategic focus is on long-term, sustainable growth, aided by the build-out of our operation in European markets,’ says global president
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Lloyd’s approves Syndicate 1890 as Allianz teams up with global investment firm
‘The launch of this Lloyd’s syndicate highlighted the strength of the portfolio we were ceding and our consistent approach to reinsurance,’ says the chief group reinsurance officer
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LMA launches Emerging Litigation Forum to replace previous environment-focused committee
‘The establishment of the Emerging Litigation Forum reflects the growing need for the market to engage with a wider set of litigation risks,’ says head of regulatory affairs
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Insurance Times Awards 2025: Clegg Gifford recognised for people‑powered London Market growth
Kelly Lane, operations director at Clegg Gifford, speaks on her firm’s entry to the Insurance Broker of the Year category
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Africa’s largest non-life insurer gains Lloyd’s access and fills out syndicate leadership
‘We are excited to receive permission to underwrite and look forward to opening for business,’ says chief executive
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The biggest people moves this week
Insurance Times rounded up the most significant appointments, promotions and leadership changes from 24 to 28 November 2025.
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Earth, water, air and fire – the risk frontiers for the London market
‘As the risk profile of the elements shifts, particularly due to factors like changing weather patterns, so does the insurance response,’ says chief executive
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Pen Underwriting appoints six in marine leadership reshuffle
‘All those appointed today to take on pivotal practice roles have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities,’ says managing director
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Apollo promotes for new head of MET as Mason steps down
’His leadership, technical insight and commitment have left an enduring legacy and we wish him every success in his well-earned retirement,’ says group chief underwriting officer
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Neal set to be paid $2.7m by AIG despite not joining insurer
Neal was due to join AIG in December 2025
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Whitepaper warns brokers to digitise faster as competition intensifies
‘London’s wholesale broking market has reached a defining moment of transformation,’ says co-founder
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The biggest people moves this week
Insurance Times rounded up the most significant appointments, promotions and leadership changes from 17 to 21 November 2025.
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Lloyd’s investigation over alleged workplace relationship revealed as AIG drops Neal
’In recent days, new information has emerged. In response Lloyd’s has launched an investigation with the support of a law firm,’ says spokesperson
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IQUW expands London reinsurance team with senior underwriting appointment
‘I’m delighted to be joining IQUW at such an exciting stage in its growth,’ says new appointee
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Risk partner secures regulatory approval to underwrite business
’We are delighted to have secured investment from a broad spectrum of long-term capital providers, across traditional Lloyd’s names, trade partners and institutional investors including Bain Capital,’ says head of capital partnerships
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