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1 August 2025Insurance

US property MGA begins trading at Lloyd’s with Aon underwriting pro at helm

Avatar, a managing general agent focussed on US direct and facultative (D&F) property, begins underwriting today (August 1), under the leadership of Aon Underwriting Managers CUO Simon Clapham, following approvals from Lloyd’s and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

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