All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

ALKEME expands in US with acquisition of Iowa insurer 

The acquired agency, SFDI, offers auto, home, business and specialty insurance products. 

FM secures insurance licence in Brazil 

The licence helps FM enhance engagement with Brazilian companies and brokers by providing direct access to its business model. 

Marsh appoints new global aviation and space leaders 

Additionally, Patton Kline has been chosen to succeed Brian Glod as the regional aviation and space practice leader for the US.  

Bankers Insurance Group taps Sapiens for P&C growth  

The insurer aims to modernise its technology infrastructure and extend its reach into new states and lines of business. 

Aviva enters into life insurance alliance with Tesco  

The offering, underwritten by Aviva, starts at a monthly premium of £5 and is designed to be accessible through mobile devices.  

Coalition expands Active Cyber Insurance to France 

The solution will provide French companies with revenues up to €1bn ($1.17bn) with cyber risk management and insurance coverage.  

Howden names new CEO for New Zealand broking business 

Chris Hughes will succeed Nigel Wallace, who is set to become chair of Howden’s New Zealand broking business. 

HDI Global’s insurance revenue rises 8% in H1 2025 

The insurer’s operating profit increased by 24% to €377m ($439.3m), compared to €305m in the prior year. 

Roamly introduces AI-powered Carshare insurance platform  

Roamly Carshare is engineered to work with stakeholders including marketplaces, fleet operators, mobility services and transportation networks. 

Taiwanese Mercuries Life Insurance reportedly explores sale 

The company is seeking ways to reinforce its capital base and is open to potential alliances within Taiwan and internationally.