The BDI@1,339: The roulette wheel keeps turning. It all depends on what day of the week you fix. Just compare to only 5 days ago (22/11) and see what you…
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London launches Sharia principles as market looks to Islamic opportunities
The London market has taken a significant step forward in its plans to deliver Sharia-compliant capacity for Islamic commercial risks with the Islamic Insurance Association of London (IIAL) launching a…
Endeavour Insurance Services appoints Karen Allen as CEO designate
London, 10 July, 2018: Lloyd’s broker and delegated authority specialist Endeavour Insurance Services (Endeavour) today announces that Karen Allen is to be appointed CEO designate of Endeavour, and will be joining the…
An IUA comment on the London Market electronic placement (PPL)
Viewers can read herebelow a comment from the International Underwriting Association on Lloyd’s announcement (press release) about mandating Placing Platform Limited (PPL). Dave Matcham, chief executive of the IUA, said:…
London is briefed on Russian National Reinsurance Co, new player on the insurance market
London is briefed on Russian National Reinsurance Co, new player on the insurance market By James Brewer Just opened for business, the Russian National Reinsurance Co will help provide cover…
Greece announces huge new investment opportunities for the tourism industry
Greece releases over half a million acres of land worth more than Euro 33 billion for tourism, hospitality and retail development. Speaking at this week’s* ‘Greece: A Financial Overview and…
Speakers announced for the Cadwallader 2016 debate
The panel of speakers who will join Lord Clarke of Stone-cum-Ebony at the 2016 Cadwallader Debate has been announced. Chairman of the debate Lord Clarke will be joined by a…
Brexit would hurt UK economy and financial services sector…
Brexit would hurt UK economy and financial services sector, Lloyd’s Market Association audience hears By James Brewer Britain would be likely to suffer “a significant adverse economic impact” from leaving the…
LLOYD’S can help protect China’s economic suscess, says Lloyd’s CEO
Wed 04 Nov 2015 – Lloyd’s can play a vital role in protecting China’s economic growth by improving resilience and bringing innovative insurance products to the market, said Inga Beale,…
US-UK Fulbright Commission and Lloyd’s of London Announce the Extension and Expansion of the Fulbright – Lloyd’s of London Awards
Thursday 23 Jul 2015 – The US-UK Fulbright Commission and Lloyd’s are pleased to announce the extension and expansion of the Fulbright – Lloyd’s of London Awards for academics and…
Top Lloyd’s Cargo Underwriter Joins Marketform
London: Thursday 16th July 2015: Specialist Lloyd’s underwriter Marketform announces that Alistair Marriott has joined the company as Joint Deputy Head of Marine and Class Underwriter Cargo. Alistair will join…
Lloyd’s report highlights vulnerability of global food system
Tue 16 Jun 2015 – The vulnerability of the overstretched global food system to sudden shocks, and the wide repercussions for communities, businesses and governments was highlighted today by a…
Lloyd’s appoints new regional director for Western US region
15 April 2015 – Lloyd’s, the world’s specialist insurance market, has announced the appointment of Richard Magrath as Regional Director for its Western US region. (source: Lloyd’s of London) Mr.…
A quick guide to Cyber Risk
Thursday 09 April 2015 – In partnership with the ABI, Lloyd’s presents a basic guide to cyber insurance. (source: Lloyd’s of London) Cyber insurance Cyber insurance covers the losses…
Lloyd’s reports US$4.9billion (£3.2billion) profit for 2014
Thursday 26 Mar 2015 – Lloyd’s, the world’s specialist insurance and reinsurance market, today announced a pre-tax profit of US$4.9billion (£3.2billion), with a return on capital of 14.7%. (source: Lloyd’s…
LLOYD’S supports new government initiatives to make UK world centre in cyber security insurance
Monday 23 Mar 2015 – With 81% of large UK businesses and 60% of small companies suffering a cyber security breach in the last year, a new report published by…
Lloyd’s hosts RedR reception
Thu 05 Mar 2015 LLOYD’S HOSTS REDR RECEPTION As part of Lloyd’s Charities Trust’s ongoing partnership with international disaster relief charity RedR, Lloyd’s hosted RedR’s Annual Patrons and Corporate Supporters Drinks…
Global Risk experts warn of turbulent decade ahead
Friday 16 January 2015 – A new report from the World Economic Forum identifies the biggest risks facing the world – and the important role insurance can play in mitigating them.…
Formula E team sets race strategy with help from Amlin
16 December 2014 – Risk expertise and analytics provided by Lloyd’s insurer Amlin is helping Formula E race team Amlin Aguri develop a winning strategy, according to Peter McCool, Technical…
Collaboration and innovation key to closing the global protection gap
5 December 2014 – The insurance industry needs to adopt more innovative thinking and forge collaborative partnerships with governments and other service providers if it is to solve the problem…
Joined-up thinking
London Monday 1st of December 2014 –This year’s two Science of Risk winners have both channelled a multi-disciplinary approach to further their chosen perils of flood and volcanic eruption. (source: Lloyd’s…
New era of exploitation and extraction
Wednesday 26 November 2014 – By opening its doors to private energy investment Mexico is expected to boost demand for specialist (re)insurance. (source: Lloyd’s of London) From deep water exploration,…
Lloyd’s Syndicates provide rescue solution to round-the-world sailors
Friday 21 November 2014 – Lloyd’s syndicates have provided an innovative solution to the problem of getting damaged ocean-going racing yachts and their crews home safe and sound, a solution…
LLOYD’S Remembrance Day ceremony
Tuesday 11 November 2014 – Lloyd’s today observed a two-minute silence as 5, 000 poppy petals fell onto the underwriting floor to mark the anniversary of the World War One…
Strong demand from investors for Lloyd’s new £500m 10-year bond
Monday 27 October 2014 Lloyd’s has further enhanced its capital strength through the successful issue of a new £500m 10-year subordinated bond last week. (source: Lloyd’s of London) The bond attracted…