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BOOK: The Science of Resilience: Complexity, Risk Modeling and Systems, by Ted G. Lewis

10 Apr 2026, 16:54:05

The Science of Resilience is a compilation of more than 20 years of study of system collapses and catastrophes – a journey that began in 2002 when author Ted G. Lewis co-founded the Center For Homeland Defence and Security at the Naval Postgraduate School in California, and continued after his retirement in 2013.

Willis debuts datacentre offering amid AI-driven boom

10 Apr 2026, 12:16:43

Willis has launched a new end-to-end risk solution for datacentre owners and operators, as the rapid expansion of digital infrastructure driven by artificial intelligence increases demand for tailored cover.

Business Continuity Awards 2026: The finalists

10 Apr 2026, 09:05:08

The 2026 Business Continuity Awards finalists have been revealed. The winners will be announced at a Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony on 18 June 2026 at the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square.

Renew Risk launches offshore wind models for UK and Europe

09 Apr 2026, 16:49:25

Renew Risk has launched two catastrophe models designed specifically for offshore wind farms in the UK, Ireland and across Europe. The UK and Ireland Windstorm Model and the European Windstorm Model aim to improve the way insurers, reinsurers and brokers assess increasingly complex offshore assets, as larger turbines are deployed in deeper waters

Zurich enters Polish insurance market

09 Apr 2026, 14:52:21

Zurich Insurance has entered the Polish commercial insurance market. Targeting local and multinational corporate clients, the new branch will be based in Warsaw, and overseen by Zurich Austria under the leadership of Kurt Möller.

New national standards aim to boost UK resilience

09 Apr 2026, 11:34:00

The UK Resilience Academy, part of the Cabinet Office, has launched a national consultation on proposed leadership standards aimed at strengthening resilience and emergency preparedness across the UK. Delivered in partnership with the Workforce Development Trust, the consultation builds on the National Occupational Standards for Resilience and Emergencies published last year.

Longbrook unveils transactional liability product

08 Apr 2026, 17:14:12

Longbrook Insurance has launched a transactional liability offering, marking the debut of the specialist underwriting firm’s first core product line. Headquartered in London, Longbrook will offer tailored insurance solutions for mergers and acquisitions globally. The new offering includes warranty and indemnity, and tax liability insurance.

SmartResilience secures investment to expand climate risk tech

08 Apr 2026, 09:11:51

The Bayes Entrepreneurship Fund has invested in Risk Management Award winner, SmartResilience, to support the expansion of its climate adaptation platform. The company develops climate risk analytics and forecasting tools to help organisations assess emerging threats, strengthen regulatory reporting and inform strategy. Its platform combines early warning systems, forward-looking modelling and adaptation planning to address risks including flooding, heat and water stress.

Consultation opens on RIDDOR overhaul

08 Apr 2026, 08:44:05

The Health and Safety Executive has launched a consultation on proposed changes to the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013, seeking views on how the framework can better capture work-related ill health while reducing reporting burdens.

Abacus earns CREST accreditation

07 Apr 2026, 17:47:00

IT managed services and managed security services provider Abacus has achieved CREST accreditation for its penetration testing services. The independent Council for Registered Ethical Security Testers evaluated Abacus’ approach, including team expertise, client data handling, quality assurance and staff training, alongside client references.

Risk practitioners urged to refine board reporting strategies

07 Apr 2026, 17:01:10

The Risk and Insurance Management Society has published an executive report on strengthening risk reporting to boards and governance committees. Authored by Strategic and Enterprise Risk Management Council members Suzanne Christensen, Joe Pugh and Trisha Sqrow, the report focuses on aligning reporting with board expectations, sustaining that alignment, and ensuring the right level of detail for informed decision-making.

Signicat and WSO2 join forces on digital identity

07 Apr 2026, 16:41:57

Signicat has partnered with WSO2 to develop integrated digital identity solutions across Europe, as demand for secure and user-friendly identity verification grows. The collaboration seeks to address the complexity of connecting to multiple national electronic ID schemes, notably the forthcoming EU Digital Identity Wallet. By combining Signicat’s platform with WSO2’s Identity Server, the firms aim to provide a single solution for cross-border authentication.

Geospatial Insight launches new wildfire monitoring platform

02 Apr 2026, 10:56:22

Geospatial Insight has launched FireWatch, a wildfire prediction and monitoring platform designed to provide near real-time intelligence to support underwriting and claims, emergency response and infrastructure protection.

Criminal networks target Benelux logistics hubs

31 Mar 2026, 12:37:32

Criminal networks are increasingly using AI-generated credentials, forged documents and fake carrier fraud to infiltrate supply chains across the Benelux region, home to Europe’s busiest ports. Trucks remain the main target, accounting for 76% of incidents, with hijackings and theft of entire vehicles also rising.

Geo enhances claims support with Lorega rollout

31 Mar 2026, 11:48:26

Lorega is to provide its Claims Concierge service for contract works claims above £20,000 under Renovation Underwriting policies from 1 April 2026, bringing together two brands within Geo Underwriting.

Optio expands marine capabilities with Gardian Marine deal

31 Mar 2026, 11:42:58

Optio Group has agreed to acquire Gardian Marine Limited for an undisclosed sum, as it continues to grow its European platform. The London-based MGA, founded by Guy Tyler and Edward Morgan, specialises in marine builders’ risks, ship repairers’ liability, voyage and towage insurance.

WTW announces EMEA restructure

30 Mar 2026, 16:47:18

WTW is to restructure its EMEA Insurance Consulting and Technology operations, creating dedicated EMEA P/C and EMEA Life businesses. The changes aim to provide more focused expertise, consistent delivery, and faster adoption of AI across the region.

Dual UK targets complex trade risks with new solution

30 Mar 2026, 16:37:46

Dual UK has launched a new credit risk insurance product aimed at supporting cross-border trade and investment. The offering provides non-payment cover, protecting insureds against financial loss or non-performance under specified contracts.

Euna expands into London Market with PI focus

30 Mar 2026, 11:03:40

Euna has expanded its professional indemnity proposition into the London Market. With over 90% of its team having an underwriting focus, the MGA’s model is well-suited to the more complex risks that come into the London Market.

Banyan Risk adopts AI-native underwriting platform

27 Mar 2026, 13:02:29

Banyan Risk has partnered with Hyperexponential to deploy AI-native underwriting across the UK, US, Canada and Bermuda, marking the first use of the provider’s full agentic underwriting suite by an MGA.

rrelentless strengthens financial lines offering

27 Mar 2026, 09:35:43

rrelentless has expanded its financial lines offering with management liability insurance for SME and mid-market companies. The product is aimed at businesses with revenues of up to £100m and covers directors’ and officers’ liability, employment practices liability and company legal liability.

HSE studies AI’s role in safety-critical decision-making

27 Mar 2026, 09:19:17

The Health and Safety Executive is looking into the ways in which artificial intelligence affects safety-related decisions in the infrastructure and process industries. Its research is part of an initiative examining how the technology is reshaping critical workplace functions.

National Insurance Awards 2026: Winners announced!

26 Mar 2026, 12:24:51

The winners of the 2026 National Insurance Awards were announced last night at a gala dinner and awards ceremony at the London Marriott Hotel, Grosvenor Square. Hosted by the one and only Ivo Graham, the awards highlight the very best in general insurance provision and management.

MS Amlin strengthens French export cover with WeSpecialty

25 Mar 2026, 11:46:05

MS Amlin has signed a binder agreement with WeSpecialty to provide contract frustration and credit risk cover for the French export sector. The deal gives French insureds and brokers access to MS Amlin’s Lloyd’s-backed capacity for pre- and post-shipment exposures, with policy limits of EUR20m for contract frustration and EUR15m for credit risk.

Brit unveils US$80m cargo consortium

25 Mar 2026, 09:47:47

Brit Group Holdings has announced the launch of a new cargo consortium underwriting risks across the global market. Bridge is now writing business and will offer cargo line capacity of up to US$80m, placing it among the larger structures in the sector. The move comes as insured values rise and supply chains grow more complex, increasing demand for broader protection.

Chaucer and Ceto launch marine MGA

24 Mar 2026, 16:36:05

Chaucer Group and Ceto AI have announced the launch of a new marine managing general agent. Under the arrangement, Ceto is authorised to bind marine hull risks on behalf of Chaucer’s Lloyd’s syndicate, with additional capacity provided by Tokio Marine Kiln.