Insurance provider rrelentless has entered the haulage sector with a fleet proposition backed by Zurich and supported by legal services firm Backhouse Jones. The new venture adds to the cyber and management liability propositions launched since rrelentless began trading in 2024.

MarshBerry says the 18 merger and acquisition deals announced in Q3 in the UK insurance distribution sector make it the quietest quarter by volume since Q2 2020. In the year to date, there have been 60 announced transactions, which is down by 22% on the 77 announced by the end of Q3 last year.

Insurance provider CFC has launched a suite of enhancements to its cyber proactive response product that seek to address the changing nature of cyber exposures facing businesses and their executives. The overhaul improves personal protections for executives, boosts the affirmative AI cover provided and extends the indemnity period for business interruption claims.

Insurtech Indemni, which provides a cargo risk management and insurance platform, has become an approved Lloyd’s coverholder. It is sponsored by Chaucer Syndicate 1084 and has additional capacity backing from Aviva, Atrium, Blenheim and Talbot. In 2024, Indemni was a participant in the 13th cohort of the Lloyd’s Lab innovation programme.

ANV Group Holdings Ltd has acquired managing general agent Assured Underwriting Group Limited, which provides insurance-backed financial protection to tour operators and other firms in the travel sector. The deal has received the requisite regulatory approvals.

The Lloyd’s Market Association and the International Underwriting Association have expanded their job simulation programme to give newcomers to the London market a better idea of what to expect when researching a possible role in this part of the insurance sector.

Managing general agent Alps has extended its pothole add-on policy to include fleets as well as hire and reward vehicles. The policy first came to market in April this year and was launched in response to rising damage to vehicles from potholes.

AdA Underwriters, which operates Lloyd’s syndicate 2024, has chosen to implement DOCOsoft’s claim management system. AdA Underwriters launched in 2023 as a Special Purpose Arrangement syndicate, becoming a Lloyd’s syndicate for the 2026 year of account.

Analysis from Deloitte says the UK home and motor market could save up to £500m in annual productivity savings by 2030. More than half (55%) of these potential savings sit within core operations such as claims management, IT and support functions, which the consultancy says would free up insurers to strengthen margins and boost market resilience.

Managing general agent Arkel, which is part of the Atec Group, has signed a deal with AmTrust that provides £380m in delegated authority until 2031. It will be used to underwrite niche property risks across multiple lines such as household, caravan and beach huts.

Right Choice Insurance Brokers has penned a new five-year agreement with premium finance provider PremFina, which builds on an existing relationship that dates back to 2023. PremFina says its technology enables brokers to spend less time on process and more time supporting customers.

Zurich Insurance Group has completed its acquisition of Beazley, bringing the two businesses together to create what Zurich describes as the world’s largest specialty insurance business, headquartered in London. The combined operation will form part of Zurich’s global specialty business and will have access to Beazley’s Lloyd’s of London platform.

Specialist broker Kingfisher Insurance has signed a multi-year partnership with Greenlight Television to become the UK presenting partner of Motorsport Mundial. The deal will support around 50 editions of the international motorsport programme each year, which is broadcast in the UK on ITV4 and ITVX.

Insurwave has relaunched its risk platform with new capabilities for insurers, brokers and fleet owners covering marine and aviation risks. The updated platform brings together live risk data and specialist third-party intelligence to provide continuous monitoring of changing exposures. Two of four new modules are available immediately, with two more due later this year.

Commercial Express has launched a new delegated authority schemes division, giving brokers the ability to develop and bring specialist and niche insurance schemes to market. The MGA said the new division will provide brokers with access to underwriting expertise and capacity, with a focus on opportunities requiring greater flexibility and speed to market.

Aviva is extending its partnership with venture studio and accelerator Founders Factory, committing further investment over the next three years to startups working across insurance, wealth, property, asset management and cybersecurity.