All articles by Shivam Mishra

Shivam Mishra

Liberty Mutual Reinsurance partners Safehub on parametric offering 

The collaboration aims to leverage Safehub’s seismic sensor technology to trigger parametric insurance policies for earthquakes. 

CFC forms renewable energy M&A insurance team 

This move further expands the UK-based specialty insurance company’s transaction liability practice.  

Oakbridge expands Georgia presence with Strawn & Co. Insurance partnership 

Strawn & Co. Insurance specialises in business and personal lines of insurance, with a notable portfolio in day care and private school sectors.  

Zurich North America appoints new head for professional liability and cyber 

Kara Higginbotham will oversee the underwriting strategy for retail professional liability and cyber insurance offerings, serving corporate and middle market companies. 

Singlife partners Doctor Anywhere to offer cover for gig workers 

The plan aims to provide accessible healthcare and group personal accident insurance, underwritten by Singlife. 

Chubb to acquire pet insurer Healthy Paws from Aon 

Healthy Paws, founded in 2009, provides coverage to more than 500,000 dogs and cats in the US.  

Swiss Re introduces Gen AI-driven tool to enhance underwriting 

The advanced Life Guide incorporates Swiss Re Life Guide Scout, a feature designed to expedite risk assessment for underwriters.  

Indian Government mulls selling GIC and LIC stakes in FY 2024/25 

The sale of a 10% stake in GIC would occur over time, potentially raising around Rs57bn ($683.73m). 

Chubb appoints new COO of personal risk services unit 

Effective later this month, Melissa Scheffler will oversee the execution of the business’s growth and portfolio management plans in North America. 

Huize, PICC Life team up on new critical illness insurance product 

The product, named i Wu You – Low-Threshold Edition, offers coverage for 28 severe and three mild conditions.