All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Brace Underwriting appoints Richard Wheeler as senior underwriter 

Based in London, Wheeler will report directly to Tom Sambrook, head of underwriting at Brace. 

Melanie Windirsch joins HDI Global as International Programmes head 

Reporting to Thomas Kuhnt, Windirsch brings more than a decade of expertise from her time at Allianz Commercial. 

Ryan Specialty acquires Innovisk from Abry Partners and BHMS 

For the 12 months ending 31 July 2024, Innovisk reported operating revenue of approximately $58m (£44.59m). 

BHSI appoints new key executives in Italy

BHSI has made several key appointments in October and August 2024. 

Chaucer and Lloyd’s Syndicate 1176 develop cyber insurance policy for power plants

With a maximum aggregate limit of $25m, the policy will be limited to operating systems. 

DJI partners with Peak3 on agricultural drone insurance

This collaboration with DJI is expected to reduce claims costs by 20% to 30%. 

Zurich North America strengthens leadership with new financial lines leader 

Nora Hattauer brings nearly two decades of industry expertise to Zurich and is set to begin her new role on 21 October. 

WTW partners with University of Colorado for climate foresight 

The alliance aims to bring the latest advancements in seasonal climate prediction to the insurance and risk management sectors.