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Markets/Coverages: AXA XL Starts Prevention-Focused Business Unit; Markel Adds New Media, Entertainment Offerings
May 14 2026 // AXA XL announced the creation of a new Business Unit dedicated to prevention. The new unit, led by Global Chief Underwriting Officer Libby Benet, will accelerate the development and reach of AXA XL’s risk consulting...
People Moves: Da Costa to Head Markel US Cyber, Tech E&O; Brown & Riding Names Kerr Leader of Private Client Practice
May 11 2026 // Markel Insurance Appoints Da Costa to Lead U.S. Cyber and Tech E&O Portfolio Raphael Da Costa Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc., appointed Raphael Da Costa to lead its U.S. cyber and tech...
Markel Expands in Australia With Office in Perth
Apr 10 2026 // Markel Insurance, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc., announced the opening of a new office in Perth, Western Australia, with immediate effect. Building on growth from existing Australian offices, Markel is...
People Moves: Shankland to Lead Markel Ocean Cargo, US; Verisk Hires Murphy to Lead Sales for Claims Solutions; Kalepa Appoints Howell as Head of Product
Apr 2 2026 // James Shankland Markel said James Shankland has been appointed head of ocean cargo, U.S. He will lead the growth of Markel’s U.S. cargo portfolio, and be responsible for underwriting strategy, portfolio management...
Markets/Coverages: Markel Collaborates With Upfort on US Cyber; Business Risk Partners Launches SML Program
Feb 20 2026 // Markel announced a new collaboration with Upfort to provide eligible U.S. cyber policyholders with an expanded suite of tools to help them safeguard their businesses and help reduce the risk of cyberattacks. Upfort Shield,...
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