All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

AXA XL appoints new construction casualty head 

Ed Totten has more than 20 years of experience in construction and casualty insurance, and since 2010 has developed the excess construction team at AXA.  

Aviva enhances freight liability insurance offering 

The insurance product now features enhanced cover limits per tonne and per vehicle. 

GoAuto Insurance wins approval to issue auto policies in Georgia, US 

The company has been offering its services in Louisiana, Nevada, Ohio, Texas and Alabama. 

W. R. Berkley net income jumps 8% to $401.28m in Q2  

For the quarter ending 30 June 2025, the company’s net premiums written amounted to $3.35bn (£2.48bn), reflecting growth of 7.2%.  

Resecurity, Braly Insurance partner to strengthen cyber risk management  

The partnership will combine Resecurity’s capabilities in identifying cyber threats with Braly’s experience in risk management. 

5Star Life Insurance hires new CFO  

Most recently, John Naum was the associate vice-president of finance at United Educators Insurance.  

Great American and Breeze tie up to enhance marine insurance offerings  

The alliance aims to refine the insurance process for shippers by incorporating Breeze’s proprietary digital platform into the service offering. 

Atradius gains Lloyd’s ‘in principle’ nod for new Syndicate 1864 

The forthcoming Atradius Syndicate 1864 will concentrate on underwriting trade credit risks, with an initial focus on European clients. 

Cyber insurer CFC weighs potential UK listing with £5bn valuation  

The London-based company is also contemplating listing on alternative exchanges, including those in the US.  

W. R. Berkley announces leadership transition at Vela Insurance 

Arthur Davis will transition to the role of chairman, providing guidance during the changeover period.