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Markel finalises sale of global reinsurance renewal rights to Nationwide 

Nationwide will assign the underwriting and management of the renewal policies to Ryan Re Underwriting Managers. 

New MGA Elevate Specialty forays into UK market 

Elevate Specialty was set up by Mickey Attia and Robin Stagg, former executives at DAS and Allianz.  

Arthur J. Gallagher concludes $13.45bn purchase of AssuredPartners 

The acquisition aims to expand Gallagher’s retail middle-market P&C and employee benefits presence across the US. 

AIG hires new chief digital officer  

Scott Hallworth will be tasked with steering AIG’s digital, data and genAI strategy. 

Aviva operating profit surges 22% in H1 2025

The company’s IFRS profit also increased to £819m in H1 2025, compared to £654m in the prior year.  

AXIS Capital names new CFO  

Matthew Kirk will succeed Peter Vogt, who is set to transition to a strategic advisory role within the company until the end of 2026. 

Aon faces lawsuit over alleged role in Vesttoo collapse 

The suit alleges that Aon “ignored red flags” and encouraged business partnerships despite internal doubts regarding Vesttoo’s operations. 

Brightstone Specialty snaps up RMS HG and Fortis Risk Solutions 

RMS HG provides insurance solutions for quick service restaurants, casual dining establishments and live entertainment venues. 

Marsh unveils new insurance facility for US freight brokers 

BrokerSafe will offer contingent auto liability coverage that is aligned with the actual risk profile of freight brokers. 

SiriusPoint to offer capacity for Arden Insurance’s wildfire cover 

The programme, known as the CFIP, will initially be available to property owners in California.