Marine & Cargo

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AXA XL elevates Julian Longbottom to global head of marine and energy, reinsurance

January 15 2026

He will oversee the company's expansion into key strategic territories, including Japan.

Sedgwick launches Global Specialty platform

January 14 2026

The platform builds on Sedgwick’s marine and energy offerings, and operates from London with hubs in Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas.

US-based MGA IRL-RE appoints Patrick Tynan as head of underwriting for Asia

January 9 2026

He moves after three years with Gallagher.

Lockton bolsters Asia marine and cargo capabilities with appointments of Li Lin Kea, promotion of Cindy Khoo

January 9 2026

Li joins from Aon while Khoo has been with the firm since March 2025.

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APAC insurance outlook: Geopolitical unrest, technology to shape 2026

January 6 2026

Maduro's capture sets the stage for a potentially turbulent 2026, in which insures will juggle geopolitical shifts, technology-linked challenges, and new regulatory frameworks.

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Korean broker WISE launches specialty unit alongside core reinsurance business

January 2 2026

WISE Insurance splits its Reinsurance Team into R&S units led by Won Lee, with Yubeom Kim heading reinsurance and JB Cheong leading specialty.

Hanwha General Insurance takes control of Indonesia’s Lippo General Insurance

January 2 2026

Hanwha General's total ownership of Lippo General has lifted to 61.5%.

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QBE Singapore names two new country leads for marine business

December 22 2025

Kelly Lim will lead Cargo and TOL, while Alex Lim will take the helm for Hull and Liability.

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Singapore HQ'd MGA PRISM starts APAC operations

December 19 2025

The MGA enters the market offering underwriting across marine cargo and energy-related classes, including power and renewables.

2025: Year in Review

December 19 2025

This year has been marked by cautious optimism – though geopolitical uncertainty, nat cat worries, and falling rates created challenges.

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