All articles by Satarupa Bhowmik

Satarupa Bhowmik

Zurich launches global capability centre in Hyderabad, India

The company has named Amit Kalra as the head of Zurich Capability Centres, effective from 1 July 2026.

Newport Specialty takes majority stake in Complex Coverage

The deal is part of Newport’s broader strategy to build a diversified MGA and specialty insurance distribution network.

Canopius rolls out new cyber war product

The new cover provides protection against state-sponsored attacks carried out as part of a physical conflict.

Jio Financial targets 2026 launch for life, general insurance businesses

The company is also building the teams required for the insurance expansion in parallel.

Specialist Risk Group forays into Australian market

The new business will initially target the entertainment, media and sport sectors.

NFP buys New York employee benefits broker Pilot|RB

The addition of Pilot|RB is said to enhance NFP’s group benefits offerings, mainly in the non-profit segment.

DynaRisk secures funding to advance cyber insurance solutions

The company intends to use the funding to expand its operations across EMEA, North America and Asia-Pacific.

Saudi insurers Buruj and Medgulf enter binding merger agreement

The merger will involve the integration of Buruj into Medgulf, resulting in the transfer of Buruj’s rights, liabilities, assets and contracts to Medgulf.

Bridgehaven Europe to acquire Irish insurer SureStone

SureStone, which entered run-off at the end of 2019, previously specialised in P&C lines.

AXA XL names new chief underwriting officer for Specialty Americas

Sylvain Bouteillé will spearhead the development and execution of the regional strategy for the Specialty insurance unit.