Berkshire's BHSI expands global network to 170 countries

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), a wholly owned subsidiary of Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, has expanded its global network to 170 countries worldwide.

This encompasses owned offices and network partners that can provide BHSI customers with locally admitted insurance policies.

BHSI said it undertook a rigorous search, evaluation and due diligence process to select the carrier partners best suited to represent its brand and customers. Policies issued by network partners receive the backing of BHSI’s financial strength.

BHSI provides multinational programmes across all lines of business, including commercial property, casualty, executive & professional lines, surety, and accident & health programmes.

David Valzania, head of multinational at BHSI, said: “We are very pleased to welcome so many outstanding partners around the globe to the BHSI family. Each of these carriers share BHSI’s values, and align with our product offerings, focus on excellent customer service, and commitment to the 'claims is our product' philosophy.”

Amy Bowman, vice president of multinational at BHSI, added: “Our multinational capabilities have been growing rapidly. With our expanded network, we look forward to providing consistently world-class products and services to our multinational customers around the globe.”