Australia

We're delighted that Richard Adamczyk, Louise Wai and Jack Hullah are joining the team to further strengthen our underwriting and claims capabilities across Asia Pacific.

Canopius appoints new APAC property, credit and political risk heads, ANZ claims manager

September 22 2026

The three appointees are expected to deepen broker and client relationships while supporting growth and technical capabilities across the region.

QBE appoints Jonathan Groves as Australia Pacific CEO

September 22 2026

The head of the insurer's Pacific business takes charge on 1 November, joining the group executive committee as Sue Houghton prepares to retire at year-end.

Australia's renewables sector rates its fastest-growing risks as largely uninsurable, index finds

Australia’s renewables sector faces limited insurance options for growing grid and revenue risks, index finds

September 22 2026

Grid constraints, curtailment and congestion were cited as a growing operational concern by 85% of respondents, 23 percentage points ahead of any other risk.

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Gautam Mahey as Global Head of Property, Casualty & Financial Lines at Pacific Prime.

Pacific Prime promotes Gautam Mahey to global head of property, casualty and financial lines

September 22 2026

He joined the business in 2019 and led the development of the firm's property, casualty and financial lines business.

IAG says Credit Suisse settlement over Greensill-linked insurance dispute not finalised

September 21 2026

The insurer said any settlement would not be expected to have a material impact on its financial position or FY2027 results, based on anticipated recoveries.

Thomas Delaney to Aviso Specialty as Head of Corporate.

Aviso Specialty appoints Thomas Delaney as head of corporate

September 21 2026

The former Marsh managing director will lead the growth of the corporate business across Australia, focusing on the middle market

Insurance leads sold to highest bidder, ASIC alleges in Clark Family suit

September 21 2026

Consumer enquiries generated through dozens of insurance sites were auctioned to brokers over a six-year period, ASIC said.

Fitch Affirms BHP Marine and General's IFS Rating at 'A'; Outlook Stable

BHP captive keeps Fitch rating despite July halt to new policies

September 17 2026

The captive remains on cover for existing guarantee bonds, workers’ compensation and liability business.

Redion Insurance assigned A+ as Generali pushes into ANZ travel market

Redion Insurance assigned A+ as Generali pushes into Australia, NZ travel market

September 17 2026

The Australian carrier, licensed in March and formerly named Europ Assistance Australia, now sits inside the Italian group's lead rating unit.

Australia moves to cut private health insurance rebates for over-65s from April 2027

September 16 2026

The change is expected to increase the cost of cover for around 3.2 million older Australians.

MB Insurance takes prestige motor underwriting into New Zealand

MB Insurance takes prestige motor underwriting platform into New Zealand

September 16 2026

The 35-year-old Australian MGA is writing prestige, luxury, high-performance and classic motor risks for New Zealand brokers on MS Amlin capacity at Lloyd's.

Steve Williams who has been appointed as Allianz Commercial’s Head of Liability Underwriting.

Allianz Commercial appoints Steve Williams as head of liability underwriting in Australia

September 15 2026

Williams steps into the role after being appointed acting head last October.

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