Trade credit

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Coface names AIG’s Priscilla Ng as new commercial director for Singapore

March 10 2026

She joins after two years at AIG.

19 global (re)insurers back IFC’s $6bn credit risk transfer facility for SMEs in emerging markets

February 27 2026

The policy, signed with the consortium, is expected to support up to US$10bn in new IFC lending.

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Coface Asia-Pacific leads regional growth as global turnover edges up in FY2025

February 26 2026

Global turnover rose 0.1% to €1.85bn, with APAC leading gains, but an increased combined ratio of 73.1% saw operating profit drop 18.7%.

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Hong Kong extends ILS Scheme as 2026-27 budget targets emerging tech opportunities

February 25 2026

The budget outlines support for new insurance solvency rules and greater disclosure standards, but focus on growth sectors—such as low-altitude aviation and autonomous vehicles—will bring new opportunities...

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Mitsui Sumitomo joins IFC’s US$6bn credit insurance facility to support SMEs in emerging markets

February 25 2026

The facility transfers credit risk to unlock new development loans for small and medium-sized enterprises and other growth sectors.

Australia’s trade credit insurance market regains momentum

February 25 2026

Elevated insolvencies, tighter bank credit and improved product design are pushing insurers back into an under-served SME market.

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions to acquire QBE’s global trade credit and surety business

February 20 2026

The deal will add about US$200m in annual revenue to Swiss Re Corporate Solutions’ portfolio.

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K-Sure issues its first steel export guarantee for SMEs

February 12 2026

The POSCO and IBK-backed scheme aims to support up to KRW354bn (about US$265m) in preferential guarantees for steel supply chain SMEs.

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.

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K-SURE to boost trade insurance support for Korean cultural content exports in 2026

February 5 2026

Insurer says it is aiming to meet rising overseas demand for Korean music, film and games.

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