All articles by Shivam Mishra

Shivam Mishra

HDI Global Specialty buys majority stake in Falcon Risk 

Falcon was created in June 2021 to establish HDI Global Specialty’ (HGS) presence in the US financial lines market.  

US insurtech company Rainbow raises $12m in seed funding 

Set up in 2022, Rainbow is a specialist managing general underwriter (MGU) engaged in developing tailored insurance programmes for small businesses.  

Generali to take sole ownership of Chinese P&C unit 

Generali becomes the first foreign company to gain a controlling interest in a Chinese property and casualty (P&C) insurer via mandatory public auction. 

Ardonagh Advisory acquires Hoxton Risk Services 

Hoxton provides specialised insurance for private clients, including policies for vehicles, residential properties and travel. 

Baloise rolls out three parametric insurance policies 

The insurer has partnered with KASKO, Wetterheld and Blink Parametric to offer the new cover. 

Howden expands Australian operations with Silks acquisition 

Howden expects the move to enhance its sport and entertainment specialty capabilities in the Pacific region. 

Northlight QIAIF acquires Carrick Group 

Carrick specialises in international non-life legacy insurance, offering reinsurance and run-off solutions.  

Cowbell expands UK cyber insurance to mid-market 

The expansion allows a wider range of UK PLCs to access Cowbell’s data-driven technology and protection against cyber threats.  

Benefits administration business Aptia formally launches operations 

The launch follows the acquisition of Mercer assets in the UK and US by Bain Capital Insurance. 

Najm partners Takamul to simplify insurance buying 

The Musaned platform will allow employers to compare different insurance quotes and coverage options.