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Phil Amlot appointed Head of Trade Credit International

Markel promotes Phil Amlot to lead international trade credit

February 10 2026

Amlot will oversee Markel International’s trade credit strategy and growth across London, the US, and Asia.

Beazley launches combined FI and cyber policy in APAC

February 10 2026

The new product brings crime, fraud, civil liability, and cyber protection into a single policy for financial institutions across the region.

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Zurich and Beazley reach agreement in principle on possible £8bn takeover

February 4 2026

Beazley’s board says it is inclined to recommend Zurich’s latest cash offer, subject to due diligence and regulatory approvals.

Munich Re launches insurance consortium offering pandemic cover

February 4 2026

Munich Re’s Epidemic Risk Solutions teams in London, Munich and Singapore will provide modelling and underwriting for the consortium, which aims to address insurance gaps revealed by the Covid-19 outbreak...

Markel taps Mark Christen to strengthen professional and financial risks claims capability in Australia

February 4 2026

He joins after two and a half years with AXA XL.

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Zurich discloses 1.47% stake in Beazley as takeover battle heats up

February 2 2026

A stock exchange filing revealed Zurich’s ownership of 8.87 million ordinary shares in Beazley.

Beazley’s two-decade cyber business is the true target in Zurich’s £7.7bn bid — Huntington

January 29 2026

The latest multi-billion offer from Zurich Insurance is seen as a tactical attempt to capture Beazley's dominant cyber franchise while testing the board’s resolve with a valuation lower than previous private...