The vehicle will support business from the firm’s Portfolio Solutions team, which targets opportunities from its MS&AD network and Lloyd’s initiatives.
Ziswiler has been with the reinsurer for 16 years and will also take on Country President responsibilities for Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Korea and India.
The facility, which aims to provide coverage of US$500m each for hull war and cargo war, will be backed by Lloyd's syndicates and will remain open to third-party capital.
Softer conditions, strong M&A activity, and improved market infrastructure should drive renewed deal momentum following a 2024-2025 slowdown, according to the broker.
The demand includes multiple tax additions relating to transfer pricing adjustments, amortisation of investment premium and provisions for doubtful debts.
