XL Catlin

XL Catlin | September 12, 2018

XL Catlin’s insurance operations have announced the launch of insurance products designed to provide coverage to companies in the media and entertainment industry. The products address the risks faced by organizers, performers, producers and support trades in the industry, including one dedicated to film and television productions and another that covers live performances and the companies involved in the sector, XL Catlin said. The products are offered on an annual or project-by-project b...

XL Catlin | September 07, 2018

XL Catlin has announced the launch of a new seamless space insurance product for satellite owners, manufacturers and launch providers. The policy covers all satellite and launch-vehicle physical damage exposures from pre-launch to launch activities through the deployment of the spacecraft in orbit....

Insurance Business Magazine | January 16, 2020

Insurance start-up battleface, which provides travel insurance for unconventional travelers worldwide, has announced that it has successfully closed a seed funding round with backing from strategic and venture capital investors. Fintech Ventures Fund has invested in battleface, joining Greenlight Re and Tangiers Group. The investment will be used to expand software development, hire sales and business-development personnel, and expand battleface’s global reach, the company said. “We ...

Aon | January 15, 2020

Global insurance brokerage and professional services firm Aon has officially completed its acquisition of CoverWallet, a US-domiciled digital insurance platform for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Now finalized, the deal enables Aon to expand its position in the fast-growing commercial insurance market for SMEs. The brokerage giant will also be able to leverage CoverWallet’s technology and data & analytics capabilities to develop and scale innovative digital client experienc...