Political Risk and Trade Credit News

Markel International’s Trade Credit Team Opens for Business in Canada

Markel International, the specialist insurer and subsidiary of Markel Corp., is aiming to develop its trade credit and political risk business in Canada. Business will be underwritten by Markel Canada on Lloyd’s Syndicate 3000 paper. Markel Canada, established in 1966, …

Marketform Rebrands as ‘Neon’ After Completing Strategic Review

Marketform, the specialist Lloyd’s insurer, announced that the group has today re-launched as “Neon.” The re-launch coincides with the completion of a strategic review of the business, as CEO Martin Reith and the group’s new leadership team continue to progress …

ACE Names Hudson as Global Head of Trade Credit Insurance Business

ACE Group announced the appointment of Julian Hudson as head of Trade Credit, ACE Global Markets, effective immediately. In his new role, Hudson will be responsible for the development and profitable growth of ACE’s global trade credit business, the company …

Blenkinsopp Named XL Catlin’s Chief Underwriting Officer, Political Risk Team

XL Catlin announced the promotion of Joe Blenkinsopp to the position of chief underwriting officer for its Political Risk and Trade Credit (PRTC) team. Blenkinsopp assumes the role with immediate effect, having previously held the position of deputy global head …