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Castel Specialty Taps White to Lead New Political Risk Division

Castel Specialty, the division of managing general agent Castel Underwriting Agencies Limited for smaller books of niche business, has expanded its portfolio with the launch of Castel Political Risk. Led by Tom White, Castel Political Risk will primarily underwrite contract …

Ironshore Introduces Political Risk Coverage For Film Producers

Ironshore International is introducing a specialty insurance product designed to address the risk exposure of film production companies shooting in at-risk locations worldwide. Ironshore’s Political Risk program is underwritten to protect film producers against loss and/or damage of equipment and …

Deloitte Advice for Insurers in 2012: Focus on New Products, Countries

Global economic challenges will make it difficult for insurers to generate growth and profits over the short and long term, however, they might improve their chances for achieving success in 2012 by focusing on new insurance products and on emerging …