Investors ponder the future of ILS
A flight to quality is underway in the insurance-linked securities (ILS) market, following disappointing performance in 2017 and 2018 according to a new survey by Intelligent Insurer’s sister publication Bermuda:Re+ILS.
The long shadow of asbestos
New figures from the UK Health and Safety Executive point to a possible peak in the number of asbestos-related deaths from mesothelioma. Intelligent Insurer investigates.
CCR interview: why understanding the wider impact of CSR is crucial for re/insurers
Corporate social responsibility has changed aspects of the risk transfer industry over time, but it is now becoming more important than ever for re/insurers to understand its wider consequences, Laurent Montador of CCR tells Intelligent Insurer.
MGA leaders offer insights into the big issues for the industry now and in the future
Now seems to be a great time to be running an MGA – but are there downsides? And what is the future for the sector? We asked five MGAs some questions around their confidence, concerns and goals—and their opinions on technology in our virtual roundtable.
Company profile: run-off specialist RiverStone
Despite its size and long track record, run-off specialist RiverStone has not sought the profile of some of its rivals. After a successful 12 months of new deals, that is starting to change, as the company’s Luke Tanzer tells Intelligent Insurer.
Why Israel will lead the insurtech revolution
Israel is one of the most technology-driven economies in the world, with innovation at the heart of its business culture, and it is poised to become the global hub for insurtech innovation. Intelligent Insurer investigates.
AutoRek: how to manage the data flood
Intelligent automation and machine learning are key to handling the large amount of data that managing general agents have to deal with every day, as Mike Kelly of AutoRek tells Intelligent Insurer.
Corporate social responsibility – make a positive change
In a world of increased connectivity and communication, and empowered shareholders, customers and other stakeholders, every large company understands that corporate social responsibility policies are important. What this really means, and how it is implemented, varies dramatically. Intelligent Insurer investigates.
Ethical investing, make money—but be ethical too
Re/insurers’ approach to their investment portfolios varies significantly depending on their position in the market and backers. They are increasingly being forced to take a more holistic approach to this part of the business and also consider the wider implications of how their cash is invested. Intelligent Insurer investigates.
EmergIn Risk, a new approach fit for a changing landscape
The demand for global cyber cover is growing, but as the marketplace has become progressively crowded and fragmented, identifying the best solution has become increasingly difficult. Reza Khan and Jamie Bouloux, the leadership behind EmergIn Risk, explain to Intelligent Insurer how they have built an organisation prepared to offer differentiated and bespoke solutions on a global basis.
