Aon News

Appetite for Cat Exposures Returns; Reinsurers Stay Disciplined in Mid-Year Renewals

Capacity was more readily available during the mid-year renewals, which brokers described as “orderly,” in comparison to the turbulent January renewals. At the same time, prices saw some moderating trends while reinsurers continued to maintain underwriting discipline, according to reports …

Aon, Lloyd’s and Vienna Insurance Group to Provide Re/Insurance for Ukraine Recovery

Aon, Lloyd’s and Vienna Insurance Group (VIG) announced they are collaborating to provide foreign re/insurance capacity to support Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction. As part of the UK-Ukraine Private Finance Partnership, Lloyd’s and Aon have committed to deliver fast-track access to …

People Moves: Howden Hires 3 for Casualty in London, Bermuda; Aon Names Fakkel CTO, Strategy & Tech Group; Everest Re Taps AIG’s Gallagher as Head of U.S. Facultative

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Howden Broking, Aon and Everest Re. A summary of these new hires follows here. Howden Hires 3 for Casualty Team in London, Bermuda Howden, the international insurance broker, announced the appointment …

MOVEit Cyber Attack Hits UK Printing Firm Used by Insurers, Brokers and Banks

A UK printing firm that sends mail for clients ranging from major health-insurance providers to multinational banks was a victim of the extensive MOVEit cyberattack. Adare SEC confirmed to Bloomberg News on Monday that it was hit by the MOVEit …

Intrepid Reinsurance Execs Take on Extreme Challenge in ‘World’s Toughest Row’

Four intrepid reinsurance executives from Convex and Swiss Re are rowing from Monterey, Calif. to Hawaii – as part of the “World’s Toughest Row – Pacific.” It’s all for charity – and, of course, for a challenging, life-changing adventure. In …

Aon Denied Restraining Order Against Alliant

In a June 9 ruling, a federal judge denied Aon a temporary restraining order against Alliant Insurance Services related to the latter’s alleged “unlawful raid” of employees to start a reinsurance business. Last month, Aon filed suit against Alliant, claiming …

New Models Aim to Better Predict Storm Surge, Insured Losses From Hurricanes

Two new hurricane forecast models promise to help property owners and insurers better predict the losses from storms that may be increasing in intensity as ocean waters continue to warm. The National Hurricane Center announced just ahead of the 2023 …

Aon Sues Alliant Over ‘Unlawful Raid’ of Reinsurance Group

Aon this week filed a lawsuit against rival Alliant Insurance Services for an alleged “unlawful raid” of senior leaders and other employees of Aon’s facultative reinsurance group. Aon claims Alliant took 26 of its employees, reinsurance business, and confidential information …

Aon Launches Dedicated Unit to Drive Climate Analytics and Advisory

Aon plc, the global professional services firm, has launched a Climate Risk Advisory team to provide physical risk diagnostics and advisory services, aiming to help financial institutions, public sector entities and firms with large real estate holdings to make better …

Aon Realigns Leadership to Build Integrated Risk and Human Capital Capabilities

Aon has named Andy Marcell CEO of Risk Capital (Commercial Risk and Reinsurance) and Lambros Lambrou CEO of Human Capital (Health, Wealth and Talent), effective immediately. Both leaders will continue to report to Aon President Eric Andersen. Aon said the …