Geopolitical developments tied to Venezuela are sharpening tail risk for specialty insurers, particularly in marine, aviation and political risk, despite minimal direct exposure to the country

‘Sheer unpredictability of events is anathema to trade’, Lloyd’s Market Association’s marine head argues

Brokers highlight broadening of composite coverages and modifications to excess-of-loss structures

War risk premiums for Venezuela-bound ships are poised to climb, as insurers reassess exposures following US intervention and capture of Nicolás Maduro

Geopolitical developments tied to Venezuela are sharpening tail risk for specialty insurers, particularly in marine, aviation and political risk, despite minimal direct exposure to the country

Innovative insurance can safeguard solar assets and strengthen the long-term viability of clean energy

Low land availability and a mountainous landmass limit the possibility for the large-scale development of solar and onshore wind infrastructure but, as an archipelago, Japan has coastline in abundance

Backing Macquarie-owned multi-line underwriting business supports ‘growth and diversification’ of energy business, carrier says

Geopolitical developments tied to Venezuela are sharpening tail risk for specialty insurers, particularly in marine, aviation and political risk, despite minimal direct exposure to the country

Rate increases in the all-risks market are expected to be incremental and in line with those seen in 2025, according to Gallagher

Brokers report significant shift towards non-proportional placements amid profitability concerns

Today’s space environment is shaped by a new generation of operators pursuing unprecedented scale and innovation, creating new exposures for them and their insurers

Geopolitical developments tied to Venezuela are sharpening tail risk for specialty insurers, particularly in marine, aviation and political risk, despite minimal direct exposure to the country

‘Sheer unpredictability of events is anathema to trade’, Lloyd’s Market Association’s marine head argues

Rate increases in the all-risks market are expected to be incremental and in line with those seen in 2025, according to Gallagher

MS Amlin backs new portfolio, with TMK and Chaucer also providing capacity

Kimber joins from Swiss Re, where he led the sovereign credit and political risk insurance team across Europe, Middle East and Africa

The judgement in Hamilton Corporate Member and others v Afghan Global Insurance provides a pragmatic interpretative framework for differentiating political risk from political violence in the context of English insurance law

Half of multinational companies experienced political risk losses between 2020 and 2025, with some exceeding $100m, survey finds

Coface execs say Lloyd’s new AA- credit rating, regulatory changes and global network paved the way for new trade credit syndicates

Cover becomes effective if federal minister declares shootings an act of terror

Appointment recognises Paul’s contribution to terrorism insurance and public service

Redesigned reinsurance scheme has seen more than £500m of terrorism risk returned to the private market in 2025, Pool Re chief executive says

Maritime operators face a combination of traditional threats, a deteriorating international situation, and new weapons and tactics, from drones to spoofing