All articles by Shivam Mishra

Shivam Mishra

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.  

Insurance broker HCYC to go public via SPAC merger  

The combined group will be listed on the NASDAQ under a new ticker symbol and will be led by HCYC Group Company’s (HCYC) existing management.  

IRDAI relaxes norms for insurers investing in IDF-NBFCs 

The new regulation stipulates that insurers can invest in IDF-NBFCs registered with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). 

Alliant buys Oregon’s employee benefits business Aldrich 

Aldrich Benefits is part of the Aldrich group of companies and is based in the US state of Oregon. 

BMS closes acquisition of UAE insurance broker BBM 

The acquisition of Berns Brett Masaood (BBM), which was announced in April 2023, represents BMS’ foray into the region. 

Gallagher hires AIG executive as CCO for European broking  

In his new role, Loesti will focus on driving Gallagher’s growth strategy in the region and report to Europe CEO Alex Nagler. 

Howden boosts Nordic presence with Arctic Insurance acquisition 

Arctic Insurance, an Oslo-based insurance intermediary, was set up in 2014.