CONTENTS
INTERVIEW: ADAM MANUS, HOLBORN
The Holborn ethos: based on trust
On Holborn’s 100th anniversary, its president Manus considers the firm’s ethos and what else sets it apart.
COVER
Insurers are playing a key role in the response to COVID-19
The industry can also be part of the solution in future pandemics, says APCIA CEO Sampson.
NEWS
AM Re relocates to Texas; plans E&S carrier launch in 2021
The business writes specialty quota share reinsurance matching US cedants with Asian security.
NEWS
Reinsurers must be ready to ‘stand and fight’ at this renewal
After years of anaemic returns, things must change: ILS Capital Management MD.
NEWS
Reinsurers keen to help manage pandemic risks, but wary
Devising a solution for a pandemic remains a very complex issue, says RAA president Nutter.
NEWS
Capital raising and cold feet: an advisor’s view on the harder market
Capital raising is busier than ever, but startup reinsurers are a no-no: TigerRisk’s Bredahl.
NEWS
COVID-19 accelerates innovation within insurers, encouraged by Swiss Re
Swiss Re’s solutions unit is dedicated to helping clients innovate and develop new products.
NEWS
Insurers must innovate or be left behind: AM Best warns sector
Factors of change including technology and climate change are putting pressure on insurers to innovate.
NEWS
COVID-19 forced insurers go virtual with claims, which boosted innovation
Pioneering insurers are better positioned to serve customers during the pandemic: QBE claims head
NEWS
California wildfire risk can be managed through careful risk selection
2020 has brought more devastation, including the first ‘gigafire’, says Willis.
