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Ignite Specialty Risk establishes Australian operations and appoints Lucinda Stormont-Sainsbury as Head of Australian Operations

Ignite Specialty Risk establishes Australian operations and appoints Lucinda Stormont-Sainsbury as Head of Australian Operations

11th August 2026

Press Releases

rrelentless: Beyond the Payout – How Cyber Insurance Is Redefining Its Value

Cyber insurance is undergoing a shift the market has yet to fully articulate: the value of a policy is no longer defined solely by what happens at the claim stage, but by what happens before a cyber incident occurs.

11th August 2026

Industry News

LexisNexis® Insurance Demand Meter U.K. Reveals Lowest Motor Insurance Switching Levels Since 2023 as Vehicle Values Continue to Fall

LexisNexis® Insurance Demand Meter U.K. Reveals Lowest Motor Insurance Switching Levels Since 2023 as Vehicle Values Continue to Fall

11th August 2026

Press Releases

Intersys: AI Is Changing the Rules. Governance Must Keep Up

Artificial intelligence has arrived in the MGA market with remarkable speed. From underwriting and claims to document handling and customer communications, generative AI is already transforming the way many businesses operate. For a sector that has always embraced innovation, the appeal is obvious: greater efficiency, faster decision-making, and the ability to eliminate time-consuming administrative tasks.

10th August 2026

Industry News

CyberOne: When Attacks Move at Machine Speed, Can Your Incident Response Keep Up?

In Q2 2026, 2,279 ransomware victims were publicly reported, up 7% from the previous quarter and 43% year on year. With more than 90 active ransomware groups operating globally, cybercrime has become a highly organised and fast-moving industry.

10th August 2026

Industry News

Crawford & Co: When systems come back but the business doesn’t – How cyber incidents quietly drive business interruption

Cyber incidents are often described in technical terms: servers encrypted, networks isolated, systems restored. Recovery is marked by milestones - backups restored, enterprise‑wide password resets, applications brought back online. From an IT perspective, these markers signal progress, sometimes even resolution.

10th August 2026

Industry News

Scrub AI: Growing your MGA? Start with the Data

Scrub AI: Growing your MGA? Start with the Data

10th August 2026

Industry News

MGAA reaches landmark 500-member milestone with Pinpoint UK joining the association

The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) has reached a landmark milestone after welcoming Pinpoint UK as its 500th member, marking another significant chapter in the association's growth and underlining the increasing importance of the delegated authority sector within the UK insurance market.

5th August 2026

Press Releases

NBS Halves Underwriting Time and Reviews 25-40% More Submissions a Day with Heron

NBS Halves Underwriting Time and Reviews 25-40% More Submissions a Day with Heron

31st July 2026

Press Releases

Optio Welcomes Cinven and La Caisse as New Majority Shareholders

Optio welcomes Cinven and La Caisse as new majority shareholders

30th July 2026

Press Releases

The CBAA Model Wording – Key Guidance (Update)

Dates for all remaining sessions are now available, to register please email @Matthew Logue, you don’t need to register for individual sessions, if you register (or are already registered) you’ll receive join details for all. Please hold the time of each session in your diary and the joining details will be sent via email 24hrs...

29th July 2026

Industry News

FCA highlights expectations for vertically integrated insurance business models regarding potential conflicts of interest

The FCA has published new commentary and guidance on managing conflicts of interest within vertically integrated insurance businesses, where firms may operate across multiple parts of the insurance value chain, including underwriting, distribution, premium finance and ancillary services.

28th July 2026

Industry News

QX Global Group Appoints Vijay Pahuja as Group Chief Executive Officer

QX Global Group Appoints Vijay Pahuja as Group Chief Executive Officer

28th July 2026

Press Releases

MGAA appoints Padda Consulting as UK Compliance and Regulatory Partner

The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA), the representative body for managing general agents in the UK and the Republic of Ireland, has appointed Padda Consulting as its new UK Compliance and Regulatory Partner. The partnership will officially commence on 1 September 2026.

28th July 2026

Press Releases

Insurance Times MGA Survey 2026 open to UK brokers

The Insurance Times 2026 MGA Survey, in association with the MGAA, is now open, giving brokers across the UK the opportunity to share their views on the service provided by their key MGA partners over the past 12 months.

27th July 2026

Industry News

Make Your Mark: Building Your Personal Brand for Future Success

MGAA Next Gen were delighted to host Make Your Mark: Building Your Personal Brand for Future Success at this year’s MGAA Annual Conference.

23rd July 2026

Events & Conferences Next Gen

MGAA Next Gen: Putting the MGA market on the map for future talent

Members of the MGAA Next Gen Committee were pleased to represent the MGA community at the London Market Group’s Lime Street Festival, speaking with students, school leavers and apprentices about the opportunities available across the MGA sector. The day provided a valuable opportunity to introduce future talent to Managing General Agents, explain the role MGAs...

17th July 2026

Next Gen

Optalitix unlocks AI-powered underwriting with natural-language access to pricing systems

Optalitix unlocks AI-powered underwriting with natural-language access to pricing systems

15th July 2026

Press Releases

Lumara Appoints Motor Trade Specialist, Jason Hartard

Lumara appoints motor trade specialist, Jason Hartard

14th July 2026

Press Releases

Compliance, The Hidden Pressure Points for MGAs — and How The Administration Hub Can Help!

Regulation has always shaped the insurance sector, but for MGAs the pressure has intensified. Delegated authority, digital distribution, and heightened scrutiny from capacity providers mean compliance is no longer a background function — it’s a daily operational risk. At the same time, hybrid and remote working have fundamentally changed how MGAs supervise teams, protect data, and maintain governance.

13th July 2026

Industry News

Irwell Insurance: Turning Compliance into a Commercial Strength

Regulatory change is a constant feature of insurance, home emergency and legal expenses markets. For MGAs and coverholders operating in legal expenses and liability, the challenge is not simply keeping up with new rules. It is showing that those rules are understood, built into everyday processes

13th July 2026

Industry News

Forbes Solicitors: The Changing Regulatory Landscape – What it means for organisations, directors and senior managers

Everyone loves a promotion! A shiny new badge, a pay rise, a nice little flurry of LinkedIn congrats … followed by the cold sweat when you realise what new responsibilities await.

10th July 2026

Industry News

Earnix: Insurance-Native AI – The Missing Ingredient Powering MGA Agility

The UK MGA sector has become one of insurance's great success stories. Across commercial, personal and specialty lines, MGAs often outperform the wider market by doing what they have always done best: spotting opportunities early, entering specialist niches, responding quickly to emerging risks and bringing innovative products to market faster than traditional insurers. Their success often isn't built on scale - it's built on agility.

10th July 2026

Industry News

distriBind: Why Robust Due Diligence Has Never Mattered More

Delegated authority continues to be one of the insurance market's greatest strengths. It enables insurers to access specialist expertise, reach new markets and respond quickly to customer needs through trusted MGA and coverholder partnerships. As delegated authority has expanded, so too have regulatory expectations surrounding oversight and governance.

10th July 2026

Industry News

AutoRek: For MGAs, Compliance Is Turning into a Continuous-Evidencing Job

  Almost anyone running compliance for an MGA in 2026 is working across several regulatory frameworks at once. Consumer Duty applies through the distribution chain. Delegated authority arrangements are under closer FCA scrutiny, with recent Dear CEO letters and Lloyd’s Delegated Contract Manager reforms both raising expectations. CASS 5 continues to govern client money handled...

10th July 2026

Industry News

Equipsme wins BIA Awards for Best Employee Benefits Insurer of the Year and Best Insurance Employer SME

Equipsme wins BIA Awards for Best Employee Benefits Insurer of the Year and Best Insurance Employer SME

9th July 2026

Press Releases

MGAA Award 2026 Winners Revealed: Celebrating Innovation and Resilience in a Soft Market

8 July 2026, London – The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) is proud to announce the winners of the prestigious MGAA Awards 2026, revealed at the MGAA Conference on 7 July 2026. The MGAA Awards celebrate the exceptional achievements of MGAA members across the insurance market, providing a platform to recognise innovation, leadership and initiatives...

8th July 2026

Industry News Press Releases

Kovrilo enhances SME offering with cyber and electrical breakdown cover

Kovrilo enhances SME offering with cyber and electrical breakdown cover

6th July 2026

Press Releases

Majesco Podcast: Recipe for MGA Success

Majesco’s Denise Garth is joined by K2 Insurance Services’ Matthew LuBien to unpack the key ingredients to MGA success. They dive into market opportunities driving future growth, areas where product development needs support, and what to look for when selecting a technology foundation and partners. The conversation also explores why minimizing customization matters, how to...

3rd July 2026

Industry News Podcasts & Interviews

Tim Smyth Appointed Chairman of the MGAA as Charles Manchester Steps Down After Ten Years

1 July 2026, London - The Managing General Agents' Association (MGAA), the representative body for Managing General Agents in the UK and the Republic of Ireland, has announced the appointment of Tim Smyth, Chair at Bspoke Group, as its new Chairman. Tim succeeds Charles Manchester, who steps down following ten years as Chairman of the MGAA. The appointment was formally approved by the MGAA Board and takes effect following the MGAA Annual Conference.

1st July 2026

Industry News Press Releases

Euna expands healthcare underwriting team as private medical market grows

Euna expands healthcare underwriting team as private medical market grows

30th June 2026

Press Releases

Bridgehaven: The hybrid route through the soft market cycle

After several years of tightening conditions, many parts of the commercial and specialty insurance market are softening, with competition returning, capacity easing and downward pricing pressure re-emerging. But what this means in practice however, varies widely across the market, depending on where firms sit in the value chain and how flexible their operating models are.

25th June 2026

Industry News

LexisNexis Risk Solutions Data Intelligence Set to Transform U.K. Motor Claims

LexisNexis Risk Solutions Data Intelligence Set to Transform U.K. Motor Claims

24th June 2026

Press Releases

Come and Chat Specialty with AXA!

AXA is excited to be sponsoring the MGAA Conference again this July at its new home, the Business Design Centre. As one of MGAA’s Platinum Sponsors, we’re proud to support the MGA community and the vital role it plays in delivering specialist solutions for customers

22nd June 2026

Events & Conferences

The MGAA Next Gen Initiative: Future-Proofing Sector Talent

MGAA Next Gen is pleased to share our latest collaboration with InsureTV, exploring how we can collectively future-proof talent across the MGA sector and wider insurance market. In this video, members of the Next Gen Committee discuss how MGAA Next Gen is evolving to support the next generation of insurance professionals. We also introduce the...

18th June 2026

Next Gen

Purbeck Takes Top Claims Award for Proactive Support of SME Directors

Proactive claims model has helped 75% of financially distressed SMEs avoid making a claim London, June 2026 — Purbeck Insurance Services, the UK’s only provider of personal guarantee insurance for SME directors, has won the MGA of the Year award at the Insurance Times Claims Excellence Awards 2026, one of the most competitive and prestigious...

18th June 2026

Press Releases

VIPR: AI Won’t Fix Broken Claims Processes, It Will Expose Them

For years, insurance claims operations have been judged on one thing above all else: speed. How quickly can a claim be processed? How efficiently can workflows be automated? How much friction can be removed from the customer journey?

17th June 2026

Thought Leadership

Airmic/FOIL – Dublin-City-Networking-Event – 15th Sept 2026

  Register here : https://survey.alchemer.eu/s3/91118629/Dublin-City-Networking-Event  

17th June 2026

Events & Conferences

Sedgwick: Achieving Better Claims Outcomes Through Preparation and Planning

Claims handling is often described as the moment of truth for an insurance policy. No matter how well a product is sold or a contract is negotiated, the claims experience ultimately defines success or failure for the insured. Decades of the frontline of claims management show that many claims issues stem from avoidable mistakes.

15th June 2026

Thought Leadership

RDT: Claims – Common Mistakes to Avoid

Claims operations get scrutinised in ways most other parts of an insurance business don't. When something goes wrong - a delayed settlement, an inflated leakage figure, a customer complaint that escalates - the question that follows is usually the same: where did the process break down?

15th June 2026

Thought Leadership

Innovation Group: Building Better Claims Experiences by Avoiding Common Mistakes

Effective claims management plays a critical role in maintaining customer trust, controlling indemnity spent, and meeting increasing regulatory expectations. While motor and property claims’ each present their own technical challenges, may of the issues that drive delays, complaints, leakage, and poor customer outcomes stem from the same avoidable mistakes.

15th June 2026

Thought Leadership

Autorek: The premium data problem hiding inside delegated authority claims

Claims is where operational complexity becomes visible. AutoRek’s 2026 Insurance Operations Report looks at one of the layers.

15th June 2026

Thought Leadership

ARGenesis: Portfolio Performance & Exposure Insight | 23 June 2026 | 09:00–12:00

ARGenesis: Portfolio Performance & Exposure Insight | 23 June 2026 | 09:00–12:00

11th June 2026

Events & Conferences

Chromatic: From Hidden Gem to Hi-Vis Leader

Chromatic is using the iconic yellow hi-vis vest to illuminate the expertise of Liberty Speciality Markets, a leader in commercial insurance.                         London, 8 June 2026: Insurance giant Liberty Specialty Markets has launched “High Visibility Coverage” – an integrated campaign with concept and creative...

10th June 2026

Press Releases

MGAA Annual Conference 2026 – Meet the Exhibitors

The MGAA Annual Conference is your opportunity to connect with the leading MGAs, insurers, and industry partners driving innovation across the market. Our exhibitors include our valued Supplier Members alongside conference sponsors, bringing together a diverse mix of expertise and solutions to support the MGA community. With over 1,200 professionals attending, the conference provides a...

4th June 2026

Events & Conferences

Premium Credit: Insurance Customers Borrowing More To Cover Premiums

Consumer insurance customers are borrowing more to cover their premiums as cost of living pressures continue to bite, new research1 from the UK’s leading premium finance company, Premium Credit, shows.

2nd June 2026

Press Releases

Hadron Appoints Liesel Carvajal as Group General Counsel and Ed McGough as Chief Information Officer

Executive Appointments Reflect Hadron’s Disciplined Growth Strategy and Continued Investment in Global Platform Expansion

21st May 2026

Press Releases

Majesco Launches MGA Model Office for P&C CoreConnect, Delivering an Innovative, Production-Ready, On-Demand MGA System

Majesco Launches MGA Model Office for P&C CoreConnect, Delivering an Innovative, Production-Ready, On-Demand MGA System Purpose-built for MGAs to accelerate speed-to-market with instant deployment Majesco, the insurance industry’s foremost innovator in cloud-native, AI-driven software, today announced the launch of the Majesco P&C CoreConnect’s MGA Model Office, an innovative, fully pre-configured MGA system that is production-ready,...

19th May 2026

Press Releases

Proudly Showcase Your MGAA Membership Tier

We’re happy to share our refreshed MGAA logo - designed to help you proudly showcase your membership and demonstrate your commitment to industry excellence. Displaying the MGAA logo reinforces your organisation’s credibility, highlights your alignment with industry best practices, and strengthens your position as a trusted partner in the MGA sector.

15th May 2026

Blog

VirtusLab: Advancements in Loss Development

Loss development sits at the heart of insurance: when a claim is first recorded, its ultimate cost is unknown, yet that estimate drives reserving, pricing, and underwriting decisions. In long-tailed lines, reported data alone is not enough. Based on research on Claim Emergence Patterns for General Liability (1), when reviewing the data right after the quarter ends, the reported indemnity and ALAE to date is only 6-12% of ultimate, depending on the subline.

8th May 2026

Industry News

Dynamo Analytics: Insight, workflows, data, KPIs, and protected IP with Psicle

Software tools available to MGAs are often expensive, outdated and inflexible in managing your key metrics. Psicle provides an affordable tool to configure your modelling processes (and adaptable to nuances across pricing reserving, and financial reporting) without feeling like you’re putting a square peg in a round hole. Step away from spreadsheets to report on the important metrics to you, using the best data, keeping ownership of your IP, and with a solution that flexibly evolves as you do.

8th May 2026

Blog

Insurance Insider: Brokers hit critical year for placement tech

London market participants, particularly brokers, will this year hit a phase in their tech builds that could facilitate a sea-change in traditionally slow and complex placement processes that put the market at a disadvantage.

8th May 2026

Industry News

Supporting MGA Success: How Acumen Group Adds Value to the MGAA Community

As the Managing General Agent sector continues to evolve, members of the MGAA face both increasing opportunity and growing operational complexity. From demonstrating underwriting performance to meeting regulatory expectations and securing capacity, MGAs must balance entrepreneurial agility with disciplined execution.

8th May 2026

Industry News

SSP plans organisational restructure to accelerate growth and innovation across global insurance market

SSP plans organisational restructure to accelerate growth and innovation across global insurance market New UK and Ireland business to support insurers, brokers and MGAs   8 May 2026: Following a period of significant growth, SSP, the software provider to the global insurance market, has announced plans for an organisational restructure designed to streamline how it...

8th May 2026

Press Releases

Akur8: Actuarial Agility for Smarter Pricing in Fast Moving MGA Markets

The UK MGA sector has established itself as a dynamic part of the P&C market, with over 300 MGAs managing more than 10% of the UK’s £47bn general insurance premiums.

7th May 2026

Industry News

The FCA’s Simplification Drive: What It Means for MGAs Updated

The FCA has published PS25/21 – Simplifying the Insurance Rules and it marks a significant step toward modernising regulation for the UK’s insurance market, including MGAs. Broadly implemented in line with the earlier Consultation Paper, these changes represent more than technical adjustments – they offer a strategic opportunity for MGAs to innovate, streamline operations, and...

6th May 2026

Regulatory & Compliance

Wakam UK Highlights Evolving Market Dynamics as MGAs Prepare for the Next Wave of Growth

The UK delegated authority market is entering a period of change, driven by technology, actuarial insight and niche underwriting expertise.

6th May 2026

Press Releases

Next Gen: MGAs – Serving the Next Generation of Risks

At our recent MGAA Next Gen event at Lloyd’s, MGAs – Serving the Next Generation of Risks, a clear message emerged: MGAs are uniquely positioned to respond to emerging risks through speed, specialisation and innovation. Hosted by Emily Lewis, the session brought together founders and market innovators to explore how the MGA model is shaping the future of insurance and attracting the next generation of talent.

5th May 2026

Next Gen

FCA PS26/6: What the Phase 1 SM&CR reforms mean for MGAs

On 22 April 2026, the FCA published Policy Statement PS26/6, confirming details of the first phase of reforms to the Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SM&CR).

28th April 2026

Regulatory & Compliance

Omnyy: Indemnity in Construction – Why the Industry’s Quietest Insurance Line Has Become Its Most Strategic

Where ambition and complexity have always run faster than regulatory certainty, Professional Indemnity insurance has quietly become one of constructions most strategic tools.

27th April 2026

Thought Leadership

Meet the Members Joining Us on the MGAA Stand at BIBA

We’re excited to be joined by a fantastic group of members on our stand at this year’s BIBA conference. Each brings something unique to the table — from niche expertise and innovative products to standout service and support for brokers. Come and find us at Stand E70 at Manchester Central on 13–14 May.

24th April 2026

Events & Conferences

MGAA Members Exhibiting at BIBA 2026

MGAA members will be exhibiting at BIBA in Manchester from 13–14 May 2026, showcasing their specialist expertise, innovative products and trading capabilities. Visit their stands to connect directly with managing general agents at the forefront of the insurance market, explore new opportunities, and discover how MGAA members can support brokers with tailored underwriting solutions and strong insurer partnerships.

24th April 2026

Events & Conferences

Recorder Whitepaper: API‑Driven Distribution — Insights for MGA Leaders

Despite softening market conditions, delegated authority continues to grow at a remarkable pace, with market premium share forecast to exceed 45% by 2027. As MGAs look to further expand their book, distribution becomes the defining challenge. Whilst traditional solutions remain, a new architecture is emerging: API-driven distribution. In the whitepaper of the same name, Matt...

23rd April 2026

Industry News

Majesco: MGAs’ Strong Growth and Growing Role in the Insurance Market – Strategic Priorities 2025

The MGA market growth continues to accelerate and outpace the broader P&C insurer market, driven by growing and shifting risk needs that demand different products, specialized underwriting, and access to capacity — helping to close a growing protection gap. MGAs’ specialized focus, speed and innovation offer insurer partners agility and expertise they can leverage, rather than building it internally. It offers a wonderful “petri dish” of experimentation that can help insurers further their growth and innovation.

20th April 2026

Thought Leadership

Glemham Underwriting Appoints New Lead Farm Underwriter

Glemham Underwriting, is pleased to welcome Sophie Dunkerley to lead the continued development of its farm insurance scheme. Sophie brings extensive experience in the insurance industry, having spent much of her career in the London Market specialising in agricultural risks, along with a background rooted in farming and livestock, giving her a practical understanding of the risks faced by rural businesses.

15th April 2026

Press Releases

VirtusLab: Secure by design for Agentic AI in Underwriting

AI agents are changing how MGAs underwrite by ingesting broker submissions, extracting data from unstructured documents, triaging risk, and running pricing models. The operational model shifts fundamentally. For MGAs this means it is a step change in operational speed. It is also a step change in cyber risk.

14th April 2026

Industry News

Total Systems: The Future of Insurance Platforms – Why Flexibility Matters for MGAs

MGAs have always thrived on agility. The ability to identify opportunities quickly, launch specialist products and respond to emerging risks is a core part of the MGA model. However, maintaining that agility increasingly depends on the technology platforms that sit behind underwriting, policy administration and reporting.

14th April 2026

Industry News

Synectics Solutions: Perfect fakes, imperfect behaviour – the real weakness in AI fraud

Insurance fraudsters are swapping isolated forgeries for entirely fabricated realities. Armed with AI – and in efforts to bypass enhanced screening tools that have become popular with insurers – they’re blending in with normal customer activity. So much so, that record numbers of synthetic identities are being used repeatedly, and fake documents are rising in areas of formerly low concern.

14th April 2026

Industry News

Polaris: Sharpening ‘The Cutting Edge’

The insurance industry is a breeding ground for innovation and disruption. It can be easy to be seduced by the promise of novel and supposedly better ways to build and distribute product. Explore the options but don’t overlook what’s already in front of you. Polaris and e-Zee Insurance Solutions Ltd explain why.

14th April 2026

Industry News

OIP Insurtech: Why MGAs Are Rethinking Submission Workflows (And What’s Actually Changing)

MGAs face a familiar challenge: hiring additional underwriters is costly and time-consuming, while allowing backlogs to grow slows speed-to-quote and results in lost business to faster competitors.

14th April 2026

Industry News

Innovation Group: The Future Is Now – How Cutting‑Edge Technology Is Reshaping Innovation

Technology is evolving at a remarkable pace, and this shift is steadily redefining what insurers can accomplish across the claims process. From AI‑supported workflows to advanced computing and more immersive digital tools, emerging technologies are influencing the industry, raising customer expectations, and reshaping how organisations plan for the future. For insurers, staying competitive now depends on maintaining a consistent, well-considered approach to innovation rather than viewing it as an occasional exercise.

14th April 2026

Industry News

Inari: The Future of Underwriting Technology Is About Workflow Transformation and AI

Artificial intelligence now dominates the conversation in insurance technology. For MGAs, this is increasingly reflected in how underwriting workflows are automated to support real-world decision-making.

14th April 2026

Industry News

Encora: Grounded by Design – Making AI Reliable for the London Market

The promise of large language models in insurance is compelling: faster policy analysis, smarter underwriting support, accelerated claims handling. Yet for many MGAs who have moved beyond the pilot stage, a familiar obstacle has emerged. The model drafts a summary of coverage terms, then gets them wrong. Confidently, fluently, wrong.

14th April 2026

Industry News

Distribind: Innovation, scalability, and operational technology in a growing MGA landscape

The Managing General Agent (MGA) sector continues to evolve rapidly. Over the past decade, MGAs have transformed from niche underwriting specialists into a major force in insurance distribution, with premium volumes rising dramatically from just over $40bn in 2020 to roughly $85bn by 2024 in the US alone1.

14th April 2026

Industry News

Davies: AI is reshaping claims handling, and the future is arriving faster than anyone expected

From automation to intelligence The insurance industry has long been on a journey of digital transformation, but recently there has been a marked acceleration in adoption across the claims journey. Single-use automation has evolved into truly intelligent end-to-end claims handling, where AI doesn’t just support processes but actively orchestrates them. From joined-up automation to agentic...

14th April 2026

Industry News

AutoRek 2025 Insurance Report reveals industry trends

New research from AutoRek finds that 82% of insurers believe AI will define the future of the industry. Only 14% have fully integrated it into their financial operations. That ratio contains the most important technology lesson the insurance sector can take into 2026.

14th April 2026

Industry News

Applied Systems Europe: Steps MGAs Could Take to Create More Efficient Underwriting

Despite operating in a highly pressured, competitive, and regulated insurance market, Managing General Agents (MGAs) face significant opportunities for growth.

14th April 2026

Industry News

Ripe joins MGAA as it continues growth across specialist markets

Ripe joins MGAA as it continues growth across specialist markets

9th April 2026

Press Releases

Small business stress pushed to breaking point as Purbeck backs mental health support for SME owners

Small business stress pushed to breaking point as Purbeck backs mental health support for SME owners

2nd April 2026

Press Releases

AXA’s Guide to Turbo‑charging Your BIBA for Maximum Impact

If you’re in insurance, you’ll know BIBA is the biggest, brightest, most anticipated event on the calendar. As soon as the dates are announced, diaries are cleared and plans are made - think coffee catchups, important meetings, lively dinners, and maybe a few drinks with key contacts who could be game changers for your year ahead.

1st April 2026

Blog

Equipsme joins the Managing General Agents’ Association

Equipsme joins the Managing General Agents Association

31st March 2026

Press Releases

Scrub AI: Can GenAI actually deliver clean insurance data?

We are in the middle of one of the most exciting periods in technology. AI is reshaping industries, automating tasks that took teams weeks, and making things possible that weren’t even on the table a few years ago

31st March 2026

Industry News

Rising Edge Appoints Doug Robare Chief Underwriting Officer

Rising Edge Makes Key Senior Appointment to Accelerates Tech and Data Led Expansion into New Lines

30th March 2026

Press Releases

Inside Uris Group: The Independent Insurance Platform Redefining the MGA Model

Since completing a management buyout from Ardonagh in 2024, Uris Group Limited has emerged as an independent, founder-led MGA platform combining underwriting expertise with outsourced administration and operational delivery functions. While the businesses sit across two MGAA memberships (Uris and Midas), and remain structurally distinct, in practice they operate under a holding company (GraphCo) as...

27th March 2026

Industry News

Operational Incident & Material Third‑Party Reporting: What MGAs Need to Know About the FCA’s Final Rules

The FCA has published PS26/2: Operational Incident and Third Party Reporting, part of a co-ordinated update alongside the PRA that seeks to harmonise and simplify compliance with two new pieces of regulation covering: The reporting of operational incidents – FG26/3: Operational Incident Reporting; Material third-party arrangements – FG26/4: Material Third Party Reporting. The new rules...

26th March 2026

Regulatory & Compliance

Broker Exchange London 2026 – Bringing MGAs and Brokers Together

  For our third consecutive year, we held the Broker Exchange event in London in the spring — and it didn’t disappoint. There’s always something energising about bringing brokers and MGAs together, and this year’s event proved exactly why these connections matter. The room was lively, candid and constructive, with conversations focused on where the...

26th March 2026

Events & Conferences

Optio: Nuclear Insurance in a Fast-Moving World

Global momentum behind nuclear energy is rising as governments and industry respond to climate challenges, geopolitical instability, and surging demand for dependable energy.

25th March 2026

Industry News

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We’re always keen to showcase the great work being done across our membership – and we’d love to hear from you. Members are invited to submit content for the News section of our website. This could include a thought leadership article, press release, award win or nomination, new product launch, or any other update you’d...

25th March 2026

Industry News

Ensure You Receive All MGAA Communications

We want to ensure all MGAA members continue to receive our latest updates, event invitations, and key communications without interruption. Recently, we’ve become aware that some emails have been caught in spam filters or quarantined by company firewalls. What You Need to Do To make sure you don’t miss any important information, please ask your...

20th March 2026

Blog

Majesco: Unlocking MGA Growth Momentum: Insights and Priorities to Compete and Thrive

Unlocking MGA Growth Momentum: Insights and Priorities to Compete and Thrive

20th March 2026

Industry News

Contribute to The Voice – MGAA’s Quarterly Member Magazine

  The Voice, the MGAA’s quarterly magazine, showcases insights, expertise, and achievements from across our membership and highlights key developments within the MGA community. Why Contribute? Sharing your updates in The Voice is a great way to: Reach all MGAA members directly Showcase your organisation’s achievements Highlight thought leadership and innovation Share product launches, award nominations and...

20th March 2026

Industry News

Synectics Solutions publishes new insight report: Ghost broking victims up 93%, with two thirds exploited in further fraud

Synectics Solutions - New insight report: Ghost broking victims up 93%, with two thirds exploited in further fraud

19th March 2026

Press Releases

Clyde & Co Breakfast Briefing: Elevating Standard in a Soft Market

This recently held Clyde & Co Breakfast Briefing in the Old Library at Lloyd’s brought together MGAs, carriers, legal experts and market practitioners for a candid discussion on how to strengthen claims oversight and customer outcomes in a softening market. MGAA CEO Michael Keating chaired the session, guiding a conversation that explored the realities MGAs...

18th March 2026

Events & Conferences

Mulberri: The 2026 MGA Submission Reality Check: Operational Insights for MGAs

The 2026 MGA Submission Reality Check: Operational Insights for MGAs

16th March 2026

Events & Conferences

Polaris’ 2025 Results Press Release

Polaris reports three new MGAs trading via imarket and AI mobilisation for ProductWriter rating engine.

11th March 2026

Press Releases

VIPR Announces Strategic Engagement with Aon to Transform Delegated Authority Operations

VIPR Solutions, a leading provider of Delegated Authority technology, has announced a multi-year engagement with Aon plc (NYSE: AON) to automate and enhance delegated authority operations across Aon's global reinsurance platform.

10th March 2026

Press Releases

MGAA Highlights Growing Counterparty Risk Pressures as Governance Expectations Intensify Across the MGA Market

  London, UK, 10 March 2026 – The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) has welcomed the launch of REG Risk 365 by REG Technologies, a new module within the REG Network designed to strengthen counterparty governance across the distribution chain. The launch comes as risk across the insurance market becomes increasingly complex and fast-moving. Geopolitical...

10th March 2026

Press Releases

Innovation Group: Driving Operational Excellence Through Intelligent Process Optimisation at Innovation Group

  Introduction to the “new” Claims Industry Over the last decade, the claims industry has undergone a fundamental shift. What was once defined by manual workflows, phone calls, and face-to-face interactions, it is now shaped by customer expectations for speed, clarity, and convenience. With claimants engaging through an expanding range of digital channels, insurers and...

9th March 2026

Industry News

VIPR: Your capacity provider shouldn’t have to ask. Every query loop is a failure of the process, not the people.

MGAs and coverholders are the originators of the data. The question is whether what you’re sending is working for you, or working against you. How many query loops did you run last month? You sent the bordereaux. A question came back. You fixed something, resent. Another question. A week passed. A deadline slipped. Someone on...

9th March 2026

Industry News

Verisk: Novus – The Unified Backbone Powering the Next Era of the MGA Market

  The global MGA ecosystem is undergoing profound transformation. Rising expectations around transparency, regulatory compliance, digital trading and data quality are reshaping how brokers, MGAs and capacity providers operate. At the same time, the traditional boundaries between these market participants are steadily dissolving. Whether placing open market risks, managing delegated authority, or handling claims, firms...

9th March 2026

Industry News

The Administration Hub: Optimising Credit Control Processes – The Administration Hub Driving Efficiency & Strengthening Operations for MGAs

In the insurance sector, and particularly within MGA environments, efficient credit control is not just a financial safeguard, it is a process-driven discipline that enables smoother operations, improved cash flow, and stronger client relationships. While many MGAs are focused on underwriting and distribution, the structural processes underpinning credit control are what keep a business stable,...

9th March 2026

Industry News

Insurance Insider: Lloyd’s claims community facing triple headwinds in 2026 – LMA’s Powell

Nuclear verdicts, landmark test cases and operational squeezes are creating uncertainty for claims executives. This year is shaping up to be a demanding one for the Lloyd’s claims community, according to Lloyd’s Market Association (LMA) claims director Janine Powell, due to the “triple headwinds” currently fuelling uncertainties in the market. She told this publication the...

9th March 2026

Industry News

Inari: Scaling Beyond Launch – How Operational Discipline Builds Capacity Confidence

Growth has never been easier to demonstrate. New MGAs can enter markets quickly, assemble distribution, and generate submission flow at impressive speed. Advances in technology have also significantly lowered traditional barriers to launch. But growth projections alone no longer secure durable capacity relationships. What sustains capacity confidence is not simply trajectory, but predictability. Capacity providers...

9th March 2026

Industry News

VirtusLab joins the Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA)

VirtusLab, a professional software engineering and consulting services company specialising in Data Foundation and AI Enablement for insurance, is pleased to announce that it has joined the Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) as a Supplier Member.

6th March 2026

Press Releases

Millions of Potential Cyber Insurance Customers Already Compromised, New Data Reveals, as Cyber Distribution Gap Widens

DynaRisk launches intelligence capability that shows prospective distributors exactly how many of their customers are already at risk, turning cyber from a hard sell into an obvious priority

6th March 2026

Press Releases

New MGA Elitium launches, providing cover to manufacturing businesses and unoccupied properties

New MGA Elitium launches, providing cover to manufacturing businesses and unoccupied properties

26th February 2026

Press Releases

Accelerant Whitepaper: The Data Advantage in a Turning Market

As market conditions soften and competition intensifies, MGAs are under increasing pressure to protect margins while maintaining underwriting discipline. Strengthening portfolio oversight and sharpening risk selection have become critical priorities.

25th February 2026

Industry News

Charles Taylor Assistance extends international reach with 20% new business growth

Charles Taylor Assistance extends international reach with 20% new business growth

25th February 2026

Press Releases

Innovation Group: The Future of Claims Management

Claims management is undergoing one of the most profound transformations in the history of insurance. Once regarded as a reactive, operational cost centre, it is now evolving into a proactive, data‑driven value engine. This change is driven by the convergence of technological innovation, rising customer expectations, emerging global risks, and ongoing economic pressures. Together, these...

19th February 2026

Industry News

Keeping the Appointed Representatives Model, Closing the Gaps: What HM Treasury’s Consultation Means for MGAs

The UK’s Appointed Representatives (AR) regime is entering its next phase of reform with HM Treasury publishing their Consultation Paper (Consultation: The Appointed Representatives Regime) on 12th February 2026, setting out the proposed reforms that fall outside the current scope of FCA regulation. For MGAs, who may rely on ARs and IARs as vital routes...

18th February 2026

Blog

HSB UK & Ireland appoints Director of Strategic Partnerships

HSB (UK & Ireland) appoints Sunita Poll as Director of Strategic Partnerships

18th February 2026

Press Releases

RDT: Claims Management When Margins Tighten

Claims have always been the moment of truth for insurance customers. Today, they are also one of the most complex, scrutinised, and strategically important parts of the value chain. For MGAs operating amid rising costs, regulatory pressure, and heightened customer expectations, claims management is no longer just an operational function – it is a core...

16th February 2026

Industry News

Insurance Insider: Energy market braces for loss from collapse of ‘The Beast’ Alaska oil rig

A section of the rig – which is insured for $200mn – collapsed on an ice road. The London insurance market is expecting a substantial claim following the collapse of a section of the largest mobile land drilling rig in the US, as it was transported along a road in Alaska, Insurance Insider can reveal....

16th February 2026

Industry News

HF: Claims Trends You Need to Know in 2026

  AI HF sees 2026 as a pivotal year in the implementation of AI into insurance processes, including claims handling. Some key developments our experts are monitoring are the use of predictive analytics to spot and manage claims trends and enable data-driven decision making, process automation and implementing agentic AI which can take initiative, carry...

16th February 2026

Industry News

Gallagher Bassett: Raising the Bar – How Lloyd’s New Hurdle Principle Impacts Lloyd’s Claims

Effective 1 January 2026, the Lloyd’s claims management principle was elevated to a “hurdle principle” – a major shift for Lloyd’s claims handling. This change places the delivery of high-quality claims services among the key fundamental responsibilities of managing agents. According to Katie Lamb, General Counsel at Gallagher Bassett, the new claims hurdle highlights the...

16th February 2026

Industry News

Encora: Transforming Claims with “Service-as-Software” – The Multi-Agent AI Revolution

The Claims Challenge Facing MGAs The insurance claims landscape faces unprecedented pressure. MGAs and capacity partners navigate rising costs, increasing claim volumes, and extended processing times. In the UK, total claims paid by motor insurers reached £11.7 billion in 2024 (a 17% increase) while term life claims can take 53 to 122 days to resolve...

16th February 2026

Industry News

ClaimSorted: Why Claims TPAs Need to Combine Automation with Exceptional Claims Talent

For MGAs, selecting a claims TPA is no longer just an operational decision, it is a strategic one. Claims outcomes directly influence customer retention, regulatory confidence, and ongoing capacity support. As automation and AI become embedded in claims handling, the most effective TPAs are those that combine advanced technology with deep claims expertise, rather than...

16th February 2026

Industry News

Charles Taylor: Claims Management – Staying Ahead of the Curve

From increased regulatory oversight to AI-enabled fraud, and intensified customer focus to AI-powered processes: what are the trends driving claims management? Claims are front and centre On January 1st, Lloyd’s of London introduced a new set of principles to claims; commonly referred to as the ‘hurdle’ and designed to elevate standards across the market. This...

16th February 2026

Industry News

MGAA Relaunches Enhanced Programme of Learning & Insights to Support a Rapidly Evolving MGA Market

  London, UK 16 February 2026 – The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) has announced the relaunch of its Programme of Learning & Insights, redesigned to deliver greater value for members and to further strengthen expertise across the delegated authority market. As the MGA landscape continues to evolve, so too do the demands placed on...

16th February 2026

Press Releases

Purbeck Insurance Services marks National Apprenticeship Week with launch of new insurance apprenticeship scheme

Purbeck Insurance Services marks National Apprenticeship Week with launch of new insurance apprenticeship scheme

13th February 2026

Press Releases

HM Treasury publishes consultation on Appointed Representatives (AR) reform — what MGAs need to know

HM Treasury has now issued its formal consultation on proposed changes to the UK Appointed Representatives (AR) regime, building directly on the August 2025 policy statement. The changes fall into 3 broad areas: A new FCA “gateway” permission for any firm acting as a Principal The proposal intends to ensure only firms with the right...

13th February 2026

Regulatory & Compliance

AXA Breakfast Briefing at Lloyd’s Navigating the Future in a Changing Market

In January 2026, the Managing General Agents’ Association hosted its breakfast briefing in association with AXA at the Old Library in the Lloyd’s Building, bringing together senior voices from across the MGA and carrier community to explore how the market is changing and what lies ahead. The event was chaired by Mike Keating, CEO of...

10th February 2026

Blog

The Rise of Delegated Authority: Key Insights from MGAA’s Breakfast Briefing with SiriusPoint

The MGAA was delighted to welcome members and industry leaders to our recent breakfast briefing with SiriusPoint, held at the Lloyd’s Old Library. With a fantastic turnout from across the market, the event brought together leaders, innovators and practitioners to explore the evolving role of Delegated Authority (DA) and what the future holds for MGAs,...

5th February 2026

Events & Conferences

Zing365 appoints John Nutter as Training Development Director

Zing365 appoints John Nutter as Training Development Director

3rd February 2026

Press Releases

MGA Kovrilo launches to provide modular cover for SMEs

Kovrilo, an MGA incubated by Mission that provides bespoke, modular commercial cover for UK SMEs, announced its launch.

2nd February 2026

Press Releases

Broker Exchange London 2026 – Meet the Exhibitors

  Meet the MGAs driving your next opportunity Broker Exchange is your chance to meet the leading MGAs and insurers who are shaping the future of our market. Whether you’re looking for fresh capacity, innovative products, or new partnerships, this event brings the best of the MGA community directly to you. Attracting over 500 attendees...

2nd February 2026

Events & Conferences

MGAA sets out priorities for 2026 and announces new Board appointments at AGM

London, UK, 28 January 2026 – The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) today outlined its priorities for 2026 at its Annual General Meeting (AGM), alongside announcing updates to its Board. Against a backdrop of continued regulatory scrutiny and sustained growth in the MGA sector, the MGAA said its focus for the year ahead will be...

28th January 2026

Blog

Xceedance Whitepaper – AI in Action: Transforming Insurance Operations

Hot on the heels of last week’s Breakfast Briefing of the same name, this new white paper from Xceedance and the MGAA examines core insurance operations, and looks at how we can utilise AI to improve performance. As we step into 2026, the MGA sector faces both exciting opportunities and significant challenges. The AI in...

21st January 2026

Partnerships & Collaborations

Prestige Underwriting expands HNW offering with new Contents and Collections product

Prestige Underwriting has expanded its Non-Standard Home product portfolio with the launch of a new High Net Worth (HNW) Contents and Collections insurance solution, underwritten by a specialist Lloyd’s insurer. The product responds directly to broker feedback highlighting a gap in the HNW insurance market for flexible, high-limit cover for valuable collections and possessions. It...

16th January 2026

Press Releases

OneBefore partners with CoverCubed to provide income protection cover to SMEs and sole traders

OneBefore partners with CoverCubed to provide income protection cover to SMEs and sole traders

15th January 2026

Press Releases

Altea Insurance expands underwriting team with appointment of Chloe Archer

Altea Insurance expands underwriting team with appointment of Chloe Archer

14th January 2026

Press Releases

Purbeck Insurance Services launches Guernsey reinsurance subsidiary

Purbeck Insurance Services launches Guernsey reinsurance subsidiary

14th January 2026

Press Releases

Root: 2026 Outlook – Why API-Driven Architecture Is the Key to Unlocking AI for MGAs

By Cameron Parsons, Head of Business Development, Root A live poll taken during Root’s recent MGAA Market Briefing  How API-Driven Insurance Models are Transforming Distribution indicated a striking truth about the MGA market: half of MGAs are still at the very beginning of their digital and API transformation journey. Forty per cent of leaders said...

9th January 2026

Blog

Practical AI in claims: how RDT is delivering real cost reduction for MGAs

Artificial intelligence has moved rapidly from industry buzzword to operational necessity in insurance claims. For MGAs the focus is no longer on experimentation or proof of concept, but on how AI can be applied practically to reduce claims handling costs while maintaining control, consistency and service quality. At RDT, we work closely with MGAs to...

9th January 2026

Blog

Intersys: A New Year’s Resolution for MGAs – Bring Shadow AI Under Governance Control

By Matthew Geyman, Managing Director, Intersys MGAs enter 2026 in an environment defined by contradictory forces: the promise of AI-enabled efficiency, and the escalating operational, regulatory and cyber risks that accompany it. Few innovations have permeated the market as quickly as generative AI. Since 2022, AI tools have become embedded in underwriting, triage, bordereaux cleansing,...

9th January 2026

Blog

Inari: AI Build vs. Buy – Smarter Underwriting Software Decisions for MGAs

AI has moved quickly from buzzword to boardroom priority across the insurance market. For MGAs, the real question is no longer whether to adopt AI, but where it genuinely adds real value to underwriting, and who should realistically build and maintain those capabilities, given the cost, complexity, and ongoing effort required. In practice, since AI...

9th January 2026

Blog

Encora: From Challenge to Change – AI Applications Transforming Insurance

By Marc Hollyoak, Head of AI Practice – Encora Europe The insurance industry stands at a pivotal crossroads. While approximately 75% of insurers now use Generative AI, only 13% have achieved enterprise-scale deployment. This disparity reveals the fundamental challenge facing the sector: moving beyond pilot projects to systematic transformation. Early adopters are reporting returns on...

9th January 2026

Blog

Earnix: New Research Shows AI Adoption Has Entered the Early Majority – Are MGAs Ready?

By Andrew How, Director of EMEA Insurance, Earnix Artificial intelligence is no longer an abstract or experimental concept for the insurance sector; it is now embedded in core decision-making processes and is scaling rapidly. The upcoming Earnix 2026 Industry Trends Report, drawing on the views of more than 400 global insurance executives, confirms that the...

9th January 2026

Blog

Sicsic Advisory invites you to their Insurance regulatory briefing 2026

  Join Sicsic Advisory experts for their virtual lunchtime briefing on 22 January. The final quarter of 2025 was packed with regulatory changes impacting the UK insurance market. During this webinar, Sicsic Advisory experts will review the key events of the last quarter and decode what they mean for your business. They will explain the...

8th January 2026

Events & Conferences

Charles Taylor Assistance staff are prepared for influx of winter sports travel insurance claims

Charles Taylor Assistance staff are prepared for influx of winter sports travel insurance claims

6th January 2026

Press Releases

Weightmans announce appointment of Caroline Johnson as Claims Director and Executive Board Member

Weightmans announce appointment of Caroline Johnson as Claims Director and Executive Board Member

6th January 2026

Press Releases

Regulatory Initiatives Grid – December 2025: Key Update for MGAA Members

This document sets out the regulatory developments across the financial services sector, many of which have implications for our Members.

23rd December 2025

Industry News Regulatory & Compliance

LexisNexis Insurance Demand Meter U.K. Reveals Vehicle Age Increases While Value Falls

LexisNexis Insurance Demand Meter U.K. Reveals Vehicle Age Increases While Value Falls

17th December 2025

Press Releases

Inari: Modern Underwriting Software – How MGAs Can Master Premium Estimates and Bordereaux Reporting

  As delegated authority continues to evolve, MGAs are under growing pressure to provide carriers with accurate, timely data and transparent reporting. Yet many still rely on spreadsheets, outdated and legacy systems that struggle to handle the complexity of modern underwriting. When estimates and Bordereaux reporting rely on manual processes, it creates delays, errors, and...

16th December 2025

Industry News

Contribute to the Supplier Showcase – MGAA’s Monthly Supplier Newsletter

The Supplier Showcase is the MGAA’s monthly newsletter dedicated to highlighting the expertise, insights, and services of our supplier members. Each edition focuses on a specific theme, providing a platform for suppliers to share practical knowledge, innovation, and thought leadership with the MGA community. Why Contribute? Contributing to the Supplier Showcase is a great way...

16th December 2025

Member Spotlights

Websure: Scale Without Limits: How Websure Empowers MGAs to Innovate, Grow, and Lead

In today’s fast-paced insurance landscape, MGAs face continual pressure to innovate, scale, and maintain compliance, all while delivering exceptional service to brokers and clients. The challenge is doing so efficiently without sacrificing agility or profitability, which is where Websure comes in. Innovation stems from knowledge Websure’s story began when Lloyd’s broker John Holman & Sons...

15th December 2025

Industry News

VIPR: Why your MGA’s data operations are slower than your growth rate

  Managing General Agents in the Lloyd’s market are processing record volumes. Premium income is climbing. New coverholders are coming onstream. Yet inside most MGAs, underwriting teams and claims handlers are spending more time fixing bordereaux data than managing coverholder relationships or making underwriting decisions. This disconnect isn’t accidental. At TIN’s Data Jam in November...

15th December 2025

Industry News

Unitary: How AI-Powered Virtual Agents Are Transforming Delegated Authority Operations

  Bordereaux management is one of the most operationally intensive processes in delegated authority. Data arrives from coverholders in varying formats, which then must be extracted, reformatted to meet carrier and reinsurer specifications, validated against policy records, and submitted on time, with exceptions investigated and resolved along the way. Multiply that across every active binder...

15th December 2025

Industry News

Open GI: Adapting to change with technology 

We don’t need to tell seasoned MGAs that the insurance world, despite its reputation, is dynamic, tech-led and innovative. And we don’t need to tell our MGA partners that their customers, insurance brokers, are always looking at how specialising and technology can help them to gain a competitive advantage. MGAs must be ready to understand...

15th December 2025

Industry News

Sytrex: Upstream Fix, Downstream Benefit: Transforming Policy Admin and Bordereaux through Better Intake

  Most policy administration and bordereaux problems begin at the point of submission intake. Consider why so many managing general agents (MGAs) struggle with policy admin systems and reporting. It’s not due to lack of tools or talent, it’s because the data going in is messy. Submissions arrive via email in various formats. By the...

15th December 2025

Industry News

Root: The API-driven Future of Policy Administration and Bordereaux Management for MGAs

By Cameron Parsons, Head of Business Development UK The MGA market is heading into 2026 with a clear shift in priorities. Discussions around digital transformation are no longer abstract or speculative, they are rooted in very real challenges around policy administration, data handling and distribution connectivity. As MGAs look to strengthen performance and sharpen their...

15th December 2025

Industry News

RDT: Data-Driven. Agile. Connected. The new blueprint for MGA success

MGAs have never had more opportunity – or more scrutiny. As delegated authority grows in sophistication, operational performance is becoming just as important as underwriting talent. The MGAs moving ahead today are the ones who can prove they run tight, data-driven, well-governed operations that scale. And increasingly, technology is the determining factor. At RDT, working...

15th December 2025

Industry News

Outrun: Bordereaux Accuracy – An Unfixable Problem?

    It isn’t a process flaw, it’s a data architecture problem The market often talks about the need to improve bordereaux processes in order to deliver high quality, accurate data to capacity providers. The real issue though lies deeper. It isn’t about better checklists or stricter review; it’s about the underlying data architecture. And...

15th December 2025

Industry News

Recorder: Fixing Delegated Data at the Point It Breaks – How Recorder Is Building the First Real Data Standard for Delegated Authority

Delegated authority lives and dies by the bordereaux, so why are they such a point of friction? They arrive late, lack structure, contradict each other, and leave capacity providers blind for weeks. An excess of time is then spent interpreting and reconciling data that should have been correct from the start. Recorder’s DA product tackles...

15th December 2025

Industry News

Intersys: Why MGAs Must Lead on Third-Party Cyber Resilience in 2026

Why MGAs Must Lead on Third-Party Cyber Resilience in 2026

15th December 2025

Industry News

Insurance Insider: AI progress: AI’s pull is strong, but investment must focus on talent too

In this final instalment, we argue that investing in personnel is as critical to success as the tech itself. Over the summer, Insurance Insider produced its AI progress series, in which we looked at how the insurance industry is already implementing artificial intelligence, what practical gains have been made and where key concerns lie for...

15th December 2025

Blog

INSTANDA: Breaking Barriers – The MGA Blueprint for Speed, Scale & Success

As the MGAA’s Service Provider of the Year 2025, INSTANDA is at the forefront of a global shift in how MGAs design, build, and scale their businesses. Leading MGAs are redefining the insurance value chain; modernising how products are created, distributed, and serviced by embracing agile, intelligent no-code technology. The real opportunity isn’t just faster...

15th December 2025

Industry News

Go-Insur PAS from Pancentric: Broken Bordereaux, Broken Trust: The MGA Problem We Can’t Ignore

By: Simon Fenn Bordereaux reports shouldn’t be a monthly battle. Yet for many MGAs, it is. Despite years of digitisation, operational reform, and new data standards, too many bordereau reports are still late, inconsistent, queried, or corrected long after the fact—and insurers notice. It’s time to call it what it is: a systemic problem that...

15th December 2025

Blog

distriBind: Untangling DA Risks Before They Tangle Your Christmas Lights

By: Ksenia Gorska, Head of Innovation, distriBind Delegated underwriting continues to be one of the most important distribution channels for the Lloyd’s market, accounting for around 45% of its premium income (Lloyds 2025). It’s no wonder Delegated Authority (DA) agreements are often described as the engine room of specialty insurance – reliable, efficient, and built...

15th December 2025

Industry News

Charles Taylor: New AI-powered bordereaux tool to revolutionise how data is shared in the market

Charles Taylor InsureTech presents its next-generation Policy Management System, designed to help MGAs and brokers simplify complexity, accelerate growth, and deliver trusted customer experiences. Charles Taylor InsureTech has created a new bordereaux data repair and cleansing tool: ‘Bordereaux Sync’, which will transform bordereaux management. Development is in partnership with Microsoft and their technology partners, the...

15th December 2025

Industry News

Multi-line MGA Euna announces brand refresh

Euna, the multi-line MGA supported by Mission, has today revealed a refreshed visual identity, designed to improve clarity and recognition around the MGA’s brand and its proposition.

10th December 2025

Press Releases

The FCA’s Simplification Drive: What It Means for MGAs

Please note an update to this article can be found here. The FCA has published PS25/21 – Simplifying the Insurance Rules and it marks a significant step toward modernising regulation for the UK’s insurance market, including MGAs. Broadly implemented in line with the earlier Consultation Paper, these changes represent more than technical adjustments – they...

10th December 2025

Regulatory & Compliance

Scrub AI scoops two Gold awards at the Insurance Times Awards 2025

Scrub AI scoops two Gold awards at the Insurance Times Awards 2025

10th December 2025

Press Releases

Purbeck Insurance Services Wins Big at the Insurance Times Awards

Purbeck Insurance Services Wins Big at the Insurance Times Awards

5th December 2025

Press Releases

Insurance Times MGA Report 2025/26

We are delighted to announce the launch of the Insurance Times MGA Rating Report 2025/26, produced in exclusive association with the MGAA – your first at-a-glance guide to trading, created for brokers, by brokers, and designed to be an indispensable tool for navigating the MGA market. An impressive 1,673 brokers from across the UK took...

3rd December 2025

Partnerships & Collaborations

The Real Future of Insurance Automation: Practical AI That Delivers ROI in 2026

Tuesday, 9th December & Friday, 12th December.

3rd December 2025

Events & Conferences

As Flood Risk Escalates, LexisNexis Risk Solutions Delivers Additional Clarity on Climate Change Scenarios Over the Next 75 Years

As Flood Risk Escalates, LexisNexis Risk Solutions Delivers Additional Clarity on Climate Change Scenarios Over the Next 75 Years

2nd December 2025

Press Releases

Join us at PKF’s next Broking Breakfast event, which is taking place on Tuesday 2 December in the heart of the City at Events @ No 6.

Tuesday, 2nd December 2025

24th November 2025

Events & Conferences

The Administration Hub: Strengthening Financial Control in the Insurance Sector – How The Administration Hub Supports MGAs and Underwriters

In the insurance industry, where precision, accountability, and trust are paramount, effective credit control is more than just a back-office task—it’s a vital component of financial stability. The Administration Hub (TAH), a specialist in insurance administration and support services, provides comprehensive credit control support that ensures timely premium payments, healthy cash flow, and accurate financial records.

14th November 2025

Thought Leadership

Strategic Risk Solutions: Empowering MGAs with Reinsurance Innovation Across Europe

In today’s dynamic insurance landscape, Managing General Agents (MGAs) are increasingly seeking ways to participate in the underwriting profits of the business they generate. Strategic Risk Solutions (SRS), a leading independent insurance management and consulting firm, is at the forefront of helping MGAs unlock this potential through innovative reinsurance solutions tailored to their strategic goals.

14th November 2025

Thought Leadership

Insurance Insider: Lifting claims to Lloyd’s hurdle principle will drive boardroom focus

The implementation of claims as a Lloyd's hurdle principle is one of the most significant regulatory developments in the market in recent years. Done well, it could fundamentally alter how syndicates approach claims management and position claims as a strategic differentiator rather than a back-office function.

14th November 2025

Industry News

E-Zee Insurance Solutions: Unlocking the Potential of ProductWriter

At e-Zee, when we talk about “doing business” we mean it literally. Our followers know we’re partial to an engine analogy, so think about your own MGA and how it “runs”.

14th November 2025

Blog

DA Strategy: Strategic First, Scalable Always – A Smarter Path for Specialist MGAs

The next wave of managing general agents (MGAs) is upon us as we head into 2026. We’re seeing a new generation of MGAs built with greater maturity in their design, governance, and purpose than ever before, to my mind.

14th November 2025

Thought Leadership

GeoInsurance UK webinar: “Exploring Climate Science, Wildfire, and the Future of Property Risk”

Monday 24th November 2025

12th November 2025

Events & Conferences

Complex medical repatriations for travel insurance customers on the rise

The growing number of travel insurance customers setting off abroad with multiple health conditions is increasing the demand for and complexity of medical repatriations, reports Charles Taylor Assistance.

11th November 2025

Press Releases

Renovation Underwriting launches new Non-Negligent Liability Insurance policy – Renovation Non-Neg Pro

Renovation Underwriting, part of Geo Underwriting Services, has today announced that a new product – Renovation Non-Neg Pro – will be available on the wholesale market for brokers advising on contract works projects and Party Wall Act matters.

6th November 2025

Press Releases

Delegated Claims: The Overlooked Challenge for Smaller MGAs

By Sharon Brown, MGAA Board Director Around 90% of MGAs now use TPAs (Third-Party Administrators) to handle their claims – a figure highlighted by MGAA CEO Mike Keating in Insurance Business as part of the sector’s growing reliance on specialist suppliers. TPAs play an important role in supporting sustainable growth for MGAs by providing scalability...

29th October 2025

Blog

Ignite Specialty Risk embarks on new expansion with four key appointments

As Ignite continues to invest in UK products, it has made two expert appointments in the technical underwriting team.

28th October 2025

Press Releases

An E-Zee Way To The Fast Lane

Your administration platform is the engine room of your business and data is fuel. Mis-fuel and it can make for a bumpy ride. Competitors with finely tuned engines will overtake, and without proper maintenance you’ll end up with a total breakdown. So, imagine how great it feels when you know that the engine is ticking...

22nd October 2025

Blog

Earnix: From Test-and-Learn to Total Transformation – How MGAs Are Using Tech to Reinvent the Business Model

Managing General Agents (MGAs) occupy a unique position in the insurance ecosystem, sitting between insurers and brokers, but increasingly defining their own trajectory. They can be start-ups with a specialist focus, scale-ups entering new territories, or global players managing complex delegated authority portfolios. What they all share is scalability in their DNA. It is both...

20th October 2025

Thought Leadership

Sicsic Advisory: Supporting MGAs across their business lifecycle

Managing General Agents operate at the sharp edge of insurance innovation, requiring both agility and rigorous discipline. Navigating this dynamic landscape—from securing capacity to managing compliance with regimes like the Consumer Duty—demands expert strategic support. Sicsic Advisory works with MGAs’ boards and senior managers to interpret complex issues, helping them deliver sustainable business models through...

20th October 2025

Thought Leadership

Regnition: New FCA Rules on Non-Financial Misconduct – Is Your Firm Ready?

The FCA has published a consultation (CP25/18) proposing new rules on non-financial misconduct that would significantly expand the scope of COCON (Conduct Rules) to non-bank SMCR firms—including MGAs, fintechs, asset managers, insurers, investment advisers and more. Around 37,000 regulated firms could be brought into scope for the new rules, and will need to ensure they...

20th October 2025

Blog

PwC: Establishing, scaling and sustaining a successful MGA – Navigating the MGA lifecycle

Specialty MGAs are becoming a critical nexus for the global (re)insurance market, beyond traditional marketplaces such as Lloyd’s and the US E&S market where they have long operated through and indeed shaped many previous underwriting cycles. PwC is working with (re)insurers, hybrid carriers, platform incubators, private equity and increasingly credit funds who are queued up...

20th October 2025

Blog

Percayso: Unlocking the power of data for MGAs

Introduction to Percayso Inform Without expert data the MGAs that support so many areas of the market simply could not exist. Data is the elixir for effective, profitable underwriting and, at Percayso we help MGAs ensure they have the most accurate, wide-ranging and up-to-date datasets to enable them to excel. Broad outline of service Our...

20th October 2025

Blog

HF: Predictive modelling and in-depth data analytics – a differentiator for MGAs in an increasingly competitive market

Managing General Agents (MGAs) are now central to the insurance landscape, bringing specialist expertise, entrepreneurial flair, and agility in distribution. This success though, comes with mounting pressures: capacity providers demanding sharper oversight, claims inflation continuing to erode profitability, and competition for sustainable growth has never been fiercer. Against this backdrop, predictive modelling and advanced data...

20th October 2025

Thought Leadership

Chromatic: Guru, Concierge, Champion or Code Breaker? Using your brand to build preference.

How can you stand out in an ever-more crowded MGA market to achieve growth? Being agile, empowered, and AI-enabled are now table stakes, so how do you make it easy for people to choose you over your competitors?  To build brand preference, you must stand for something compelling – and stand out from competitors. So...

20th October 2025

Thought Leadership

ICSR Rebrands as Artex

We are pleased to share that our compliance partner, Implement Compliance Solutions & Resources Limited (ICSR), has been rebranded as Artex UK Advisory following its acquisition in 2024. This transition marks an exciting new chapter for our partnership and brings added strength to the support available for MGAA members. Artex will provide private, 15-minute consultations...

10th October 2025

Partnerships & Collaborations

A Hat-Trick of Industry Awards for Innovation Group

We are thrilled to announce that Innovation Group has achieved an incredible milestone, three major industry awards in just a few months.

10th October 2025

Press Releases

Carrow Insurance launches new Accident & Health offering in the UK

Carrow Insurance, the specialist MGA in Warranty, A&H and Income & Payment Protection, today announced a new range of Accident & Health (A&H) covers in the UK tailored for corporate and affinity business

7th October 2025

Press Releases

GIC Re Syndicate Partners with Scrub AI for AI-Driven Exposure Data Cleaning

  Scrub AI is pleased to announce that GIC Re Syndicate 1947, a Lloyd’s syndicate established by General Insurance Corporation of India, has adopted its AI-driven data-cleaning platform to automatically clean, validate, and transform location data. SOVs (Schedules of Values) arrive at syndicates like GIC Re from brokers and insurers across the globe, each in...

3rd October 2025

Press Releases

AM Best’s Europe Insurance Market & Methodology Briefings – London

6 November, London

2nd October 2025

Events & Conferences Press Releases

Broker Exchange Leeds 2025 – Meet the Exhibitors

  Connect. Discover. Grow. Broker Exchange is your chance to meet the leading MGAs, insurers, and suppliers who are shaping the future of our market. Whether you’re looking for fresh capacity, innovative products, or new partnerships, this event brings the best of the MGA community directly to you. Still deciding whether to attend? Take a...

1st October 2025

Events & Conferences

MGAA Next Gen Mentoring Scheme: Third Cohort opens for Registration

LONDON, 19 September 2025 – The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) is delighted to announce the launch of registrations for the third cohort of its Next Gen Mentoring Scheme. The programme, which is proudly sponsored by AXA XL, is designed to inspire, guide and empower the next generation of professionals in the MGA sector and...

19th September 2025

Press Releases

HM Treasury Updates Guidance on the Definition of Terrorism

HM Treasury (HMT) has issued an updated letter setting out the general principles it will use when determining whether an incident constitutes an Act of Terrorism under the Reinsurance (Acts of Terrorism) Act 1993. This updated guidance replaces the previous letter issued in 2004, reflecting the evolution of the terrorism threat landscape over the past...

16th September 2025

Industry News

The Importance Of Pricing To MGA’s and Automation

The price of a policy can be critical to attain the volume and profitability an MGA needs to grow. This is a field of actuarial science of great importance. Especially in the UK,  pricing can be extremely competitive. Specific to MGA’s, several tactics are often used to differentiate their pricing; Data Driven Pricing By utilising...

16th September 2025

Blog

Regulating for Impact: Why MGAs Take A Leading Role in the Next Phase of AI‑Driven Insurance

By Andy How, Director of Insurance EMEA, Earnix Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly finding itself at the core of strategic decision‑making for insurance leaders. Whether it’s real‑time pricing, dynamic underwriting, or personalised customer journeys, AI is reshaping how insurance products are developed and distributed, and how insurance is being made more relevant and delivered more...

16th September 2025

Thought Leadership

Unlocking the Power of Management Information: A Smarter Approach for MGAs

In today’s fast-evolving insurance landscape, Managing General Agents are navigating regulatory scrutiny, economic uncertainty and technological innovation. In response, many are looking to enhance their technical capabilities, improve data integrity and align more closely with strategic goals to stay competitive and resilient. Amid this dynamic backdrop and competing time pressures, the importance of efficiently producing...

16th September 2025

Blog

AM Best: MGA Market Growth Reshapes P/C Landscape

MGAA CEO Michael Keating joins the AM Best Audio Podcast to share how Managing General Agents are driving significant change across Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance. In the episode, Mike outlines how MGAs are fuelling industry growth, championing innovation, and cultivating deeper collaboration throughout the insurance ecosystem. We’d like to thank AM Best for allowing...

15th September 2025

Podcasts & Interviews

PKF Broking Breakfast – preparing for tomorrow: FRS 102, M&A Tax and the role of AI

Join PKF’s Broking Breakfast event, which is taking place on Thursday 2 October in the heart of the City at Events @ No 6.

15th September 2025

Blog

Driving Sustainable Partnerships: Mike Crane’s Perspective from AXA Commercial

Mike Crane MGAA blog to promote MGAA Conversations podcast

15th September 2025

Blog

Networking in Practice: MGAA Next Gen Panel Champions the Power of Connection at Annual Conference

At the Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) Annual Conference on 3rd July, a dedicated Next Gen session brought together early-career professionals and industry leaders for a practical and insightful discussion on the importance of building meaningful professional relationships.

5th September 2025

Blog Next Gen

Wildfire Risks Reach Record Highs

Once a rarity, wildfires are becoming an increasing concern for the UK insurance industry. As temperatures rise and drier conditions take hold, fire risk is no longer a phenomenon confined to hotter parts of the world.

2nd September 2025

Blog

OpenDialog AI and Adrian Flux Announce Strategic Partnership to Revolutionise the Insurance Buying Experience

 OpenDialog AI and Adrian Flux Announce Strategic Partnership to Revolutionise the Insurance Buying Experience

2nd September 2025

Press Releases

NBS Underwriting Launches Enhanced Contractors Combined Product

NBS Underwriting Launches Enhanced Contractors Combined Product

1st September 2025

Press Releases

MGAA Annual Report reveals record membership growth as MGA sector cements position as fastest-growing P&C segment in UK insurance

The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) today releases its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of strong growth, innovation, and industry-wide impact across the MGA sector.

21st August 2025

Press Releases

Weightmans launch new service in partnership with Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS)

Weightmans launch new service in partnership with Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS)

19th August 2025

Press Releases

The History of Insurance:  The Role of MGAs for Next Gen Professionals

The History of Insurance and the MGA (Managing General Agent) offers valuable context for the Next Gen in insurance, highlighting how the industry’s evolution has shaped today’s dynamic MGA landscape. Understanding this journey—from ancient risk-sharing practices to the specialised MGA model—provides insight into how MGAs continue to play a unique role within insurance.

15th August 2025

Blog Next Gen

Weightmans: UK Government Ransomware Payment Ban: What Does it Mean for Businesses?

In a watershed moment, the UK government has announced that it will move forward with plans to ban ransomware payments by public sector bodies and critical national infrastructure (CNI) organisations.

6th August 2025

Blog

Sefas: The Importance of Data Security in Customer Communications

Businesses handle vast amounts of sensitive customer information, from financial transactions to healthcare records, making them prime targets for cybercriminals. Without strong customer communication data security measures, organisations risk data breaches that can lead to severe financial losses, reputational damage and legal penalties. A data breach can cost companies millions in fines, compensation claims and...

6th August 2025

Blog

Outbound: The MGAs Winning the AI Implementation Game Have One Thing in Common: Better Security

As you’re reading this, the UK Managing General Agents (MGA) sector stands at a pivotal moment. With private equity investment reaching all-time highs and carriers increasingly viewing MGAs as strategic partners rather than mere distributors, there is more opportunity than ever for agents to expand their capacity. But increased opportunity also means increased competition. With...

6th August 2025

Blog

Insurance Insider: Parametric Solutions in Cyber on the Up as SME Coverage Needs Grow

With companies growing more dependent on digital infrastructure and cloud systems for day-to-day operations, cyber insurers are looking at parametric and agreed value solutions for business interruption (BI) claims, multiple sources in the industry said.

6th August 2025

Blog

DynaRisk: From Reactive to Proactive: How MGAs Can Take Control of Cyber Risk

The insurance industry has long taken a reactive approach to cyber risk, responding to incidents only after they occur. But as cyber threats become more frequent, complex, and costly, this approach is no longer sustainable.

6th August 2025

Blog

MGAA Welcomes FCA’s Simplification Drive but Calls for Broader Reform

The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) has submitted a response to the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) consultation paper CP 25/12 – Simplifying Insurance, welcoming the initiative while calling for broader reforms that reflect the unique role and value of MGAs within the UK insurance market.

1st August 2025

Regulatory & Compliance

Double Win for Innovation Group at 2025 Industry Awards

Double Win for Innovation Group at 2025 Industry Awards

29th July 2025

Press Releases

AXA UK at the MGAA Conference 2025

AXA UK has been involved in the MGA market for more than 30 years, providing capacity for niche schemes and offering long-term support to its MGA partners.

23rd July 2025

Blog

LexisNexis Risk Solutions Leads Mapathon for Missing Maps

LexisNexis Risk Solutions Leads Mapathon for Missing Maps

17th July 2025

Press Releases

FCA Fees Invoices to Land as Inflation Jumps

Against an inflation rise to 3.6% and steadily increasing operational costs, cash flow for many regulated firms may be coming under extra strain.

17th July 2025

Press Releases

Profits soar at fintech Abound as borrowers turn to AI loans

Abound & Render, is one of the UK’s fastest-growing fintech companies, has reported a 25 fold increase in profits, driven by rising demand for its AI powered lending technology.

15th July 2025

Press Releases

Weightmans partner with CECA to support businesses nationwide with their HR needs

National law firm, Weightmans has been appointed by leading built environment organisation, CECA (Civil Engineering Contractors Association), as its official employment partner nationally.

11th July 2025

Press Releases

VIPR: Claims Data Processing – The Role of Automation and AI for MGAs

Managing claims data efficiently is one of the most critical operational challenges facing Managing General Agents (MGAs) today. MGAs are under increasing pressure to process claims data faster, smarter and more accurately, while also complying with ever-tightening regulations. This requires a smarter approach to data management overall – one that enables quick, actionable insights and...

10th July 2025

Blog

Sefas: The Importance of Data Security in Customer Communications

The Importance of Data Security in Customer Communications Businesses handle vast amounts of sensitive customer information, from financial transactions to healthcare records, making them prime targets for cybercriminals. Without strong customer communication data security measures, organisations risk data breaches that can lead to severe financial losses, reputational damage and legal penalties. A data breach can...

10th July 2025

Blog

Operational Support that Scales: How Software Can Empower the Ambitions of MGAs with Paracode

Managing General Agents (MGAs) sit at the very heart of innovation in the insurance market. Nimble, expert-led, and relentlessly customer-focused, MGAs are uniquely positioned to deliver specialist products with real impact. But scaling that impact—and doing so without operational chaos—is no small task. At ParaCode, we believe that the right software can act as a...

10th July 2025

Blog

Lexis Nexis: Streamlining Data Decisioning for MGAs

We understand MGAs operate in a diverse range of specialist fields and can require a broad range of insurance data to understand the risks they are managing, from the point of quote to claim. LexisNexis® Risk Solutions simplifies the complex challenge of risk assessment and ongoing policy management. This is achieved by streamlining meaningful insights...

10th July 2025

Blog

The Administration Hub: Why use a Virtual Assistant?

With today’s modern age there are often a wide array of solutions to almost any given problem. Therefore, when you’re looking at hiring help with your business, whether it be for admin, PA, finance or credit control, the question “Why use a virtual assistant?” may come up. And that’s a good question: What are the...

10th July 2025

Blog

Wrisk closes Series B

Wrisk shares the news that it has closed its Series B funding round, co-led by Mundi Ventures and Opera Tech Ventures (VC arm of BNP Paribas).

8th July 2025

Press Releases

MGAA Award Winners Announced: Celebrating Excellence in Navigating a Bright Future Together

The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) is proud to announce the winners of the MGAA Awards 2025, revealed during our flagship Annual Conference in London on 3 July under the theme “Navigating a Bright Future.” Recognising standout achievement across the MGA sector, the Awards are a powerful platform for celebrating the industry’s best and brightest...

8th July 2025

Press Releases

MGA Opinion Report 2025: Sector Growth Continues

    The MGA Opinion Report 2025, produced in collaboration with Clyde & Co, explores the key factors driving the MGA market’s growth, as well as the risks and opportunities that lie ahead over the next 12 – 18 months. This year’s report shows that the MGA sector stands at a critical juncture. It faces...

7th July 2025

Industry News

LexisNexis Risk Solutions and Kia Europe Enhance Driving Insights in the Kia App to Help Owners Reduce Risk and Seek Personalised Insurance Offerings

LexisNexis Risk Solutions and Kia Europe Enhance Driving Insights in the Kia App to Help Owners Reduce Risk and Seek Personalised Insurance Offerings

25th June 2025

Press Releases

Top tips to protect your clients from identity theft

The recent cyber attack on Marks and Spencer, which resulted in the compromise of personal customer information, have highlighted that identity protection is more crucial than ever. Although the breached data didn’t include customer payment or card details, or account passwords, there’s still a risk that hackers could combine this information with data from other...

24th June 2025

Blog

Networking for Impact: A Deep Dive Ahead of the MGAA Annual Conference 2025

As we head into the MGAA Annual Conference 2025, the buzz isn’t just about the keynote speakers or panel debates—it’s about the people you meet in between. For Managing General Agents (MGAs) and emerging professionals, this flagship event is a golden opportunity to build relationships, exchange ideas, and lay the groundwork for collaboration in the...

23rd June 2025

Blog Next Gen

Geospatial Intelligence Data: The Power Behind Smarter Subsidence Risk Assessment

While many of us have enjoyed a dry and sunny spring this year, a distinct lack of rain does not bode well for the insurance sector and customers with properties prone to subsidence.

18th June 2025

Blog

Weightmans law firm launches Insurtech AI-driven predictive analytics tool for insurers

National law firm, Weightmans LLP, has unveiled its latest innovation in predictive analytics – PREDiCT Volume – a powerful data-driven solution designed to improve reserve accuracy, cut claims lifecycles and reduce indemnity spend in low-value personal injury claims.

13th June 2025

Press Releases

New MGAA Partnership with Insurance DataLab Unlocks Powerful Data Insights for Members

London, 12 June May 2025 – The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) has announced a new partnership with Insurance DataLab, the award-winning market intelligence platform. The new collaboration will bring deeper, actionable insight to the MGAA and its membership, and to help strengthen our community’s ability to make informed, data-driven decisions. Insurance DataLab has also...

12th June 2025

Press Releases

The Administration Hub: Are your team specifically trained to work remotely?

As many of us are now having to work from our own homes, it has become the norm, bringing many mutual benefits to both employee and employer. Despite the surprising benefits that working in the comfort of our own homes has brought, one question that should be asked by many businesses; Have we trained our...

10th June 2025

Blog Member Spotlights

Navigating Regulatory Complexity: How Forbes Solicitors LLP Strengthens the MGAA Community

In a sector as dynamic and regulated as the Managing General Agents (MGA) market, legal, regulatory, and compliance excellence is not a luxury — it’s a necessity. At Forbes Solicitors, we understand that MGAs sit at a critical intersection of underwriting ambition, delegated authority, and regulatory accountability. As proud new members of the Managing General...

10th June 2025

Blog Member Spotlights

Sytrex, the AI co-pilot for reinsurance, is now a Supplier Member of the Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA).

Sytrex helps reinsurance MGAs to cut through manual work by automating key tasks like deal screening via email, slip creation and revision, document checks, and the endless email back-and-forth that clogs up workflows

5th June 2025

Press Releases

MGAA Announces Shortlist for 2025 Awards, Celebrating the Industry’s Best and Brightest

The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) is delighted to announce the shortlist for the highly anticipated MGAA Awards 2025. This year’s awards continue the tradition of recognising the excellence, innovation, and impact of our members across all areas of the insurance market and offer a platform for recognising forward-thinking initiatives. With a record number of...

2nd June 2025

Blog

Confident insurance decisions built on Ordnance Survey Data

For a specialist insurer like Hiscox, understanding the location of valuable assets is essential for confident decision-making. As an insurance provider for high net-worth customers, understanding the location of assets such as precious artworks iscrucial to offer policies that bring both cost-savings and peace of mind for customers, as well as competitive premiums.

20th May 2025

Blog

Stand Out to Succeed: Differentiation in a Crowded Market  

MGAs are often touted as the home of innovation in the insurance industry. They are not beholden to legacy technology, can act quickly to implement change, and offer a service to their capacity providers by giving access to something unique –  a niche vertical, a new product, or a previously untried market.

16th May 2025

Blog

Less Risk, More Control. Altea enhances risk management offering to support safer, smarter clinical practice.

Altea, the multi-class managing general agent specialising in the healthcare and medical sectors, has announced three enhancements to its client offering.

13th May 2025

Press Releases

Prevent and protect – why AXA Commercial is putting the emphasis on education

Prevent and protect – why AXA Commercial is putting the emphasis on education

13th May 2025

Blog

Three is the magic number! LexisNexis Risk Solutions Focuses on Property, Motor and Identity to Support Broker Efficiency, Profitability and CX at BIBA Conference 2025

Three is the magic number! LexisNexis Risk Solutions Focuses on Property, Motor and Identity to Support Broker Efficiency, Profitability and CX at BIBA Conference 2025  A New Era in Data Enrichment at BIBA Conference 2025 Stand D40 LONDON – May 13, 2025: Sponsor of the BIBA Conference Launch Event, LexisNexis® Risk Solutions, the data, advanced...

13th May 2025

Press Releases

Innovation Group: Redefining Claims Management for the MGA Market 

In today’s evolving insurance landscape, MGAs are expected to deliver faster, smarter, and more cost-effective claims solutions, without compromising on customer experience. At Innovation Group, we understand these pressures. For over 25 years, we’ve been the trusted partner to some of the world’s leading insurers, brokers, and MGAs, providing technology-driven, people-led claims solutions that deliver...

8th May 2025

Thought Leadership

Claims, Cost & Control: Rethinking Supply Chain for Mid-Range Property Losses

By Chris Turner, Head of Business Development, Acumen Claims Limited MGAA Service Provider of the Year 2024 There is growing commentary across the MGA space that the traditional property claims supply chain is no longer delivering the control, efficiency, or customer outcomes the market now demands. For claims in the £20,000 to £500,000 range —...

8th May 2025

Thought Leadership

LexisNexis Risk Solutions Unlocks The Power of Customer Data for Ageas

LexisNexis Risk Solutions Unlocks The Power of Customer Data for Ageas

6th May 2025

Press Releases

Pro Global and VIPR Solutions Partnership Delivers Tangible Results for Delegated Authority Market

Pro Global and VIPR Solutions Partnership Delivers Tangible Results for Delegated Authority Market

6th May 2025

Press Releases

The Future Broker: Embracing MGA Partnerships for Service, Quality, Speed, and Tech Innovation

As the insurance landscape continues to evolve, a trend is emerging among brokers, particularly those from the next generation. More and more brokers are turning to Managing General Agencies (MGAs) for their insurance needs, drawn by the promise of superior service, quality products, swift transactions, and innovative technology solutions. This deep dive explores the driving...

5th May 2025

Blog Next Gen

Novidea Provides Insights on the Five Key Challenges MGAs Navigate Amid Insurance Industry Evolution

Novidea Provides Insights on the Five Key Challenges MGAs Navigate Amid Insurance Industry Evolution

29th April 2025

Press Releases

28% of Personal Guarantee Backed Finance is used for growth in SME construction signalling hope amidst market uncertainty 

28% of Personal Guarantee Backed Finance is used for growth in SME construction signalling hope amidst market uncertainty 

29th April 2025

Press Releases

SME appetite for funding jumps 9% in wait and see economy

SME appetite for funding jumps 9% in wait and see economy

28th April 2025

Press Releases

Surviving BIBA – tops tips from AXA Commercial’s Director of Schemes & Delegated Authorities

Surviving BIBA – tops tips from AXA Commercial’s Director of Schemes & Delegated Authorities By: Joel Markham With the BIBA conference fast approaching, I thought I’d share some tips and advice on how to survive the two-day marathon. It’s the biggest general insurance event in the UK calendar and is always worth attending, but for...

28th April 2025

Blog

MGAA partners with Sicsic Advisory to strengthen regulatory support for members in Ireland

The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) has announced a new partnership with Sicsic Advisory to provide dedicated regulatory and risk insight for its growing membership in the Republic of Ireland. The collaboration follows the MGAA’s continued expansion into the Irish market, where its membership has steadily increased. Sicsic Advisory, a strategic regulatory and risk consultancy...

28th April 2025

Press Releases

Ventis launches into e-trade market with Acturis deal

 Ventis, the commercial and residential real estate MGA backed by Mission Underwriters, today announced its upcoming launch on the Acturis e-trade platform.

23rd April 2025

Press Releases

Growth Guarantee Scheme Poses Unexpected Risk to SMEs

Purbeck Insurance Services, the UK’s only provider of personal guarantee insurance to business owners is warning SMEs to be prepared to sign a personal guarantee for a major part of the loan secured through the Growth Guarantee Scheme.

16th April 2025

Press Releases

OneBefore and Pulse Insurance launch customisable travel insurance product 

OneBefore, the MGA specialising in consumer insurance with a focus on accident, absence, health, and travel insurance, today announced the launch of their ‘Travel Well’ product, delivered in partnership with Pulse Insurance, the specialist insurance provider.

14th April 2025

Press Releases

Outrun – the platform MGAs have been asking for

James Hill, Commercial Director at Outrun, shares how years of frustration with insurance tech led to building a platform designed to unlock MGA growth.  Core tech challenges The technology frustrations we hear from MGAs are hardly new; lack of control/self-serve of products and binders, limited flexibility and multiple systems which don’t talk to each other,...

7th April 2025

Thought Leadership

AI myths you need to stop believing

The insurance industry is a complicated place. High volumes of data, complex processes and time pressures create an environment which relies on skilled employees and highly manual workflows. There’s one innovation that’s changing that; AI. It’s rewriting the working world, and that includes the insurance sector.  With so much conflicting information out there about this...

7th April 2025

Thought Leadership

Is Your MGA Ready for the Next Leap in AI?

In a fast-moving insurance landscape, Managing General Agents (MGAs) are expected to be nimble, efficient, and highly responsive to customer needs. With rising expectations and increasing complexity, many MGAs are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to help them do more with less—and do it better. One of the most exciting developments in this space is...

7th April 2025

Thought Leadership

The Technological Revolution Reshaping the MGA Landscape in 2025

The insurance industry is at an inflection point. Rapid technological transformation is underway, and MGAs are at its centre. In 2024, 76% of U.S. insurance companies integrated generative AI into at least one business function, and by 2025, this trend is expected to evolve into enterprise-wide adoption. For MGAs, leveraging new technologies is no longer...

7th April 2025

Thought Leadership

Awful April? Bring it on! 55% of SMEs plan to expand in the new tax year

April 2025: As SMEs across the UK navigate the end of the tax year and brace for an ‘awful April’ of rising bills, driven by fiscal changes such as minimum wage increases and national insurance contributions, a recent surveyi by Purbeck Insurance Services offers a more optimistic outlook.

2nd April 2025

Press Releases

Carrow Insurance appoints Paul Greenleaf as Senior A&H Underwriter

MGA Carrow Insurance has appointed Paul Greenleaf as Senior Accident and Health Underwriter to lead its A&H offerings in the UK market.

2nd April 2025

Press Releases

Dickson Group Insurance to Benefit from Enhanced, Modern Data Enrichment to Deliver More Precise Pricing to Consumers

through New Relationship with LexisNexis Risk Solutions

1st April 2025

Press Releases

NBS Underwriting Expands Insurer Panel with A-Rated Capacity from Hiscox Underwriting Ltd.

NBS Underwriting has strengthened its insurer panel with the addition of A-rated capacity from Hiscox Insurance Ltd. This strategic partnership enhances NBS’s position in the non-standard household market and opens new opportunities for brokers. The new capacity is available on NBS’s non-standard household products, including Home and Contents Plus, Business Home, and Contents Plus schemes....

31st March 2025

Press Releases

Real estate MGA Ventis sees strong growth in first year

Real estate MGA Ventis sees strong growth in first year   LONDON: 25 March 2025 – Ventis, the commercial and residential real estate MGA backed by Mission Underwriters, today reported strong growth in its first full year of trading. Steady growth in first full year Since launch in January 2024 Ventis has already issued 3,000 policies, protecting £5.5bn...

25th March 2025

Press Releases

Premium Credit appoints Head of Business Operations

Premium Credit appoints Head of Business Operations March 24th, 2025: As part of Premium Credit’s drive to strengthen its proposition with a series of strategic new hires, Hayley Thomas has joined the business as Head of Business Operations. Hayley will be a member of the Senior leadership team reporting directly to Josie Pileio, Chief Operations...

24th March 2025

Press Releases

PFAS claims in the UK: what might insurers expect

PFAS claims in the UK: what might insurers expect Developments around per- and poly fluoroalkyl substances – PFAS – are being very closely observed by insurers at the moment. Human activity has given rise to widespread PFAS contamination in our environment and those that have played a role in creating this state of affairs and/or...

21st March 2025

Blog

Purbeck Insurance Services launches PGI Business Link in Birmingham

Purbeck Insurance Services launches PGI Business Link in Birmingham Free networking opportunity for professionals supporting SME lending   When: 4th June 2025, 12noon – 4pm   Where: O’Neill’s, Broad Street, Birmingham, B1 2HG http://bit.ly/4iiAaTS   Birmingham, March 2025: In response to a growing demand for finance from SMEs, professionals involved in SME lending are being...

20th March 2025

Press Releases

CyXcel achieves coveted NCSC Cyber Incident Response (CIR) Approved Vendor status

CyXcel achieves coveted NCSC Cyber Incident Response (CIR) Approved Vendor status  This recognition underscores CyXcel’s commitment to delivering top-tier incident response services and enhancing its clients’ cyber resilience   18 March 2025 – Global cybersecurity consultancy, CyXcel, a business division of leading law firm Weightmans LLP, today announced that it is just one of two...

18th March 2025

Press Releases

Why climate change is more than just a weather issue

Author: Dougie Barnett, Director of Commercial Customer Risk Management and Sustainability, AXA UK It’s hard to ignore the growing frequency of extreme weather in the UK. Already there have been five named storms in the current season, which began in September 2024, and the previous 12 months saw a dozen storms batter the UK. The...

18th March 2025

Blog

39% of SMEs to offer staff benefits to mitigate NIC hike

As the Chancellor prepares her Spring Statement amid ongoing concerns over the rate of inflation, a new surveyi) of SME decision makers suggests a third of businesses (35%) are planning to  implement price increases to help mitigate the uplift in NIC from April 2025. Furthermore, 39% of firms are planning to introduce staff benefits to...

18th March 2025

Press Releases

Skill, Scale & Scope – Xceedance Accelerates Growth for MGAs

MGAs are built to be lean and agile. Across the world, MGAs and other delegated authority businesses are emerging as innovative powerhouses driving unprecedented growth and transformation within the insurance industry. They have the potential to reinvigorate the industry, lead the charge in digital adoption, and grow rapidly in skill, scale and scope. Growing in...

12th March 2025

Thought Leadership

Claims – AI – Fraud’s Friend and Foe

Artificial intelligence, or AI, is becoming a major asset in the continuing fight against insurance claims fraud. However, while it’s delivering excellent improvements in the detection process, potential fraudsters also use this new technology to refine and embellish dishonest activities. Insurance fraud has a significant impact on profitability for insurers and managing general agents, and...

12th March 2025

Thought Leadership

MGAA Appoints Alison Cairns as Learning and Development Manager

The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA), the UK’s only not-for-profit organisation representing Managing General Agents (MGAs) across the UK and the Republic of Ireland, is pleased to announce the appointment of Alison Cairns as its new Learning and Development Manager. Alison joins the MGAA from AXA UK, where she was Underwriting Competency Development Manager. With...

11th March 2025

Press Releases

The role of the MGAA in supporting MGAs – a case study with Bspoke Group

As a member of the Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA), the Bspoke Group, which brings together a diverse collection of multi-class niche and specialist Managing General Agent (MGA) insurance businesses – benefits from the strength of being part of a well-respected, collective community. According to Dave Cuthbert, Broker Development Manager at Bspoke, being a member...

7th March 2025

Thought Leadership

Fastnet Underwriting Goes Heavy on the ‘Metal’ for More Accurate Motor Insurance Quotes with LexisNexis® Vehicle Insights

Fastnet Underwriting, a brand-new insurance MGA in the Republic of Ireland is living up to its promise to use advanced technologies and processes to deliver fair and competitive motor insurance premiums to brokers. In a new contract with LexisNexis® Risk Solutions, the data, analytics and technology provider, Fastnet Underwriting is now tapping into LexisNexis® Vehicle...

6th March 2025

Industry News

Martyn Beauchamp appointed as CEO of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme

Martyn Beauchamp appointed as CEO of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) has today announced that Martyn Beauchamp has been appointed as permanent CEO. Martyn has served as the interim CEO of FSCS since October 2023. The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have appointed Martyn Beauchamp...

6th March 2025

Press Releases

Showcase Your Membership with the MGAA logo

We’re happy to share our refreshed MGAA logo - designed to help you proudly showcase your membership and demonstrate your commitment to industry excellence. Displaying the MGAA logo reinforces your organisation’s credibility, highlights your alignment with industry best practices, and strengthens your position as a trusted partner in the MGA sector.

26th February 2025

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Bullish young business owners lead the charge to secure finance in 2025

70% of SMEs want to secure funding for their business this year, up from 30% in 2024 Demand is highest amongst younger business managers/directors – 76% plan to secure finance this year. Most SMEs plan to invest in new technology and equipment Hunger for finance biggest in The North East, Scotland and Wales The flatlining...

24th February 2025

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Earnix Unveils Earnix Copilot to Enhance Productivity and Business Performance with Generative AI

Earnix, a leading global provider of intelligent decisioning SaaS solutions for regulated industries,  announced the launch of the Earnix Copilot. This generative AI-driven agent is designed to supercharge decision-making within the Earnix platform, driving exceptional business outcomes and unmatched productivity for insurance and banking organizations.  With the Earnix Copilot, users can prompt it receive best...

18th February 2025

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Innovative MGA, Aspect joins MGAA with refreshed brand and expanded offering to brokers

Innovative MGA, Aspect joins MGAA with refreshed brand and expanded offering to brokers Strengthened branding, website and brochure launched at MGAA Broker Exchange Aspect also announces increase in property underwriting line-size with additional capacity from Lloyds’ syndicates alongside capacity for Property Owners Liability  Brand launch reflects the team’s ambition to become the go-to player for...

17th February 2025

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The MGAA and Association of British Insurers Agree Collaboration to Drive Progress in Insurance

The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) and the Association of British Insurers (ABI) have taken a significant step towards greater industry collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This agreement underscores their joint commitment to fostering mutual understanding, enhancing cooperation, and driving progress in key areas of the insurance sector. The new MoU establishes...

11th February 2025

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MGAA Unveils Strategic Vision and Mission for 2025

The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA), the UK’s only not-for-profit organisation representing Managing General Agents (MGAs) across the UK and the Republic of Ireland, is excited to announce its strategic vision and mission for 2025. This milestone aligns with a refreshed brand identity and the launch of an updated website, underscoring the MGAA’s commitment to...

10th February 2025

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How MGAs can protect commercial customers from overlooking modern equipment exposures

How MGAs can protect commercial customers from overlooking modern equipment exposures

6th February 2025

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Andrea Wells joins Premium Credit to develop broker network and regional broker partnerships

Andrea Wells joins Premium Credit to develop broker network and regional broker partnerships

28th January 2025

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NIC(e) Ideas for SMEs Ahead of April Change

Purbeck Insurance Services urges SMEs to prepare for NIC Increase

27th January 2025

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Applications for Personal Guarantee Backed Finance rose 82% in 2024 as SME manufacturers sought to sustain their businesses

According to the latest analysis from Purbeck Insurance Services, the UK’s only provider of personal guarantee insurance, there was an 82% increase in the number of SME manufacturers seeking financial backing through personal guarantee backed loans last year

24th January 2025

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ARMD Secures Multi-Year Capacity Deal with Accelerant’s Risk Exchange to Drive Growth in Innovative Insurance Solutions for Tradespeople

ARMD, the UK’s innovative insurance MGA for tradespeople, is thrilled to announce a multi-year capacity agreement with Accelerant, a technology-driven risk exchange provider.

22nd January 2025

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Scrub AI Launches Delegated Authority Platform to Clean Bordereaux Data

Scrub AI, renowned for its expertise in AI-driven data cleaning, has launched its Delegated Authority (DA) platform to address longstanding challenges in cleaning bordereaux data for Managing Agents, brokers, and coverholders.

21st January 2025

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CEO Appointment – Euna Underwriting

Euna Underwriting Ltd, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ross Dingwall, as its new Chief Executive Officer with effective from 1st January 2025, subject to regulatory approval. Ross Dingwall brings a wealth of experience in the insurance industry with a proven track record of leadership and delivering results. With more than 30 years’ experience...

20th January 2025

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Five new partners and raft of senior hires for Weightmans’ insurance team

National law firm Weightmans has made a raft of hires in response to rapidly increasing demand for its insurance law practice, and a period of record growth.

20th January 2025

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Lenders Must Spell Out Personal Guarantee Risks

Purbeck Insurance Services Responds to FCA Investigation into Personal Guarantees for Small Business Loans

10th December 2024

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Weightmans brings in new travel insurance team following strong growth

Weightmans brings in new travel insurance team following strong growth

9th December 2024

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3000 Small Business Owners Protected from £400m in Personal Guarantee Risks

3000 Small Business Owners Protected from £400m in Personal Guarantee Risks

25th November 2024

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Best’s Market Segment Report: AM Best Maintains Positive Outlook on Delegated Underwriting Authority Enterprises Segment

Best’s Market Segment Report: AM Best Maintains Positive Outlook on Delegated Underwriting Authority Enterprises Segment

25th November 2024

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Charting the Future: Integration, AI, and Regulatory Collaboration with Gary Humphreys

Charting the Future: Integration, AI, and Regulatory Collaboration with Gary Humphreys

25th November 2024

Industry News

Claims Portal and CRIF combine to bring personal injury claims to a brand new platform over the cloud

Claims Portal and CRIF combine to bring personal injury claims to a brand new platform over the cloud

21st November 2024

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LexisNexis Risk Solutions Expands Strategic Relationship with TransUnion to Help U.K. Insurance Providers Serve their Customers

LexisNexis Risk Solutions Expands Strategic Relationship with TransUnion to Help U.K. Insurance Providers Serve their Customers

18th November 2024

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Securing Talent and Tech: Thriving in a Poly-Crisis World with Tara Foley

Securing Talent and Tech: Thriving in a Poly-Crisis World with Tara Foley

13th November 2024

Industry News

History of the MGAA

This webinar provides a fascinating exploration of the UK MGA sector, starting with Reg Brown, founder of the Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) and representative of the Insurance Museum, who shared insights into the MGAA's origins and its early vision.

12th November 2024

Blog Next Gen

Non-Financial Misconduct: The FCA Survey Results and Next Steps For Firms

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has taken a significant step forward in addressing the rising regulatory focus on non-financial misconduct in insurance firms. In October 2024, the FCA published the findings from its non-financial misconduct survey,

6th November 2024

Industry News

1.2 Million More Homes in England Will Be at Risk of Subsidence by 2050

1.2 Million More Homes in England Will Be at Risk of Subsidence by 2050

1st November 2024

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OneBefore launches medical tourism travel insurance in partnership with Pulse

OneBefore launches medical tourism travel insurance in partnership with Pulse

31st October 2024

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LexisNexis Risk Solutions Empowers Service First with Perils Data

LexisNexis Risk Solutions Empowers Service First with Perils Data

31st October 2024

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Real estate MGA Ventis launches in Ireland

Real estate MGA Ventis launches in Ireland

23rd October 2024

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Legacy Builders: The Importance of Leaders Passing Down Wisdom to the Next Generation

In the fast-paced world of insurance, where change is constant and complexity is the norm, the role of experienced leaders cannot be overstated. These seasoned professionals, particularly within Managing General Agencies (MGAs), not only drive their companies forward but also play a crucial role in shaping the future of the industry itself.

1st October 2024

Blog Next Gen

MGAA Welcomes ICSR as Our New Compliance & Regulatory Partner

MGAA Welcomes ICSR as Our New Compliance & Regulatory Partner

12th September 2024

Industry News

BIBA and MGAA to work closer together   

BIBA and MGAA to work closer together   

10th September 2024

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The Importance of Networking in the Insurance Industry: Deep Dive Focusing on MGAs and Next-Gen Professionals

The Importance of Networking in the Insurance Industry: Deep Dive Focusing on MGAs and Next-Gen Professionals

28th August 2024

Blog Next Gen

MGAA Conversations: Richard Garry on Data, Tech Regulation, and Climate Change Modelling

MGAA Conversations: Richard Garry on Data, Tech Regulation, and Climate Change Modelling

28th August 2024

Member Spotlights Podcasts & Interviews

Chantal Dawson joins VIPR as Global Head of Customer Success

Chantal Dawson joins VIPR as Global Head of Customer Success

14th August 2024

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tifgroup Partners with OpenDialog AI to Transform Customer Experience in Travel Insurance

tifgroup Partners with OpenDialog AI to Transform Customer Experience in Travel Insurance

31st July 2024

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MGAA Conversations: Michelle Taylor on the rise of the MGA sector and the ongoing broker service challenges facing the industry

MGAA Conversations: Michelle Taylor on the rise of the MGA sector and the ongoing broker service challenges facing the industry

29th July 2024

Member Spotlights Podcasts & Interviews

Markerstudy Group to acquire Hughes Insurance

Markerstudy Group to acquire Hughes Insurance

29th July 2024

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The Power of Partnerships: Strengthening the MGA Ecosystem for the Next Generation

MGAs and Insurance Carriers: The relationship between MGAs and insurance carriers is fundamental. MGAs bring specialised expertise and a focus on niche markets, while carriers provide the necessary underwriting capacity and financial backing.

3rd July 2024

Blog Next Gen

MGAA 2024 Conference – The Power of Partnerships

MGAA 2024 Conference – The Power of Partnerships

26th June 2024

Events & Conferences

MGAA Conversations: Mark McIlquham on the power of broker networks

MGAA Conversations: Mark McIlquham on the power of broker networks

24th June 2024

Member Spotlights Podcasts & Interviews

The MGAA Awards 2024 Shortlist

We’re thrilled to announce the shortlist for the prestigious MGAA Awards, celebrating the outstanding achievements of individuals and firms in the MGA sector. These will be announced at the MGAA 2024 Conference on the 10th July at Old Billingsgate, London. These awards recognise the innovation and resilience of our members across the insurance market. They...

18th June 2024

Events & Conferences

Euna Underwriting improves Medmal proposition for Corporate Entities

Euna Underwriting improves Medmal proposition for Corporate Entities

14th June 2024

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National ‘Five Star MGA’ Rating awarded for a third year

National ‘Five Star MGA’ Rating awarded for a third year

7th June 2024

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MGAA Conversations: Stuart Reid on the opportunities and challenges facing the MGA sector today

In the fourth episode of MGAA Conversations, Stuart Reid, Chairman at Partners& and PIKL and Non-Executive Director at Harbour Underwriting Limited and Qlaims Limited, sat down with Mike Keating to explore the challenges and opportunities facing MGAs in the current market and what the future holds for MGA-broker relationships. When asked what he finds most...

31st May 2024

Member Spotlights Podcasts & Interviews

Ola Jacob, Descartes Underwriting and BIBA

Six months into his tenure at Descartes Underwriting, and not long after being announced as the new chair for BIBA’s South East and London committee, Ola Jacob sits down with Scott McGee to talk about the potential of parametric insurance, and what his role at Biba entails. At the recent Insurtech Insights event in London,...

17th May 2024

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ARMD appoints Mark Hands as Director of Business Development to lead UK broker growth

ARMD, the award-winning insurance MGA that flies the flag for the £6.5bn underserved tradespeople market in the UK, announces that Mark Hands has joined as Director of Business Development to support delivery of ARMD’s ambitious growth targets and create long-term value with broker partners.   Prior to joining ARMD, Mark was MD of Construction Shield...

10th May 2024

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Next Gen Insights Series

The Next Gen Committee launched the first session in their Insights Series, which aims to delve into different topics the next generation are interested in. The first session, hosted by Next Gen’s sponsor AXA XL, dove into the world of War and Terrorism insurance.

2nd May 2024

Blog Next Gen

Empowering the Next Generation of Insurance: The Impact of Mentoring

Launched last March, MGAA NextGen initiated its mentoring program and has just announced its second cohort. In the fast-paced realm of insurance, supporting new talent isn't just beneficial – it's essential for long-term success. That's why organisations like the Managing General Agents' Association (MGAA), through its NextGen initiative, are turning to mentorship as a key strategy to empower the next generation of insurance professionals.

15th April 2024

Blog Next Gen

MGAA bolsters board with Markerstudy appointment

Director of Group Marketing, Communications and Sustainability for Markerstudy Group, Lizzie Smith-Foreman, has joined the board of the Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA). Lizzie has been elected to join the board. She has over 20 years’ marketing experience within the insurance industry and prior to joining the Markerstudy Group in 2010, which includes Markerstudy Insurance...

1st November 2023

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Ardonagh and Markerstudy to Create A Major Personal Lines Player with over £3 billion in Annual Premiums

Markerstudy and Ardonagh’s personal lines broking business Atlanta will merge to create a major new platform transacting over £3 billion annual GWP across multiple insurance products in the competitive UK insurance market. The enlarged group will combine complementary capabilities across underwriting and distribution to offer an enhanced proposition for the benefit of millions of customers....

15th September 2023

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MGAA 2023 Annual Report

As your Association, the Executive team continue to ensure we put your needs at the heart of everything we do. During the last 12 months, this has included hosting a record number of market briefings, continuing with our successful program of events and our recent Annual Conference welcomed over 1,000 delegates which underlines that the...

17th August 2023

Industry News

Construction sector borrow the most to fund insurance

New analysis from the UK’s leading insurance premium finance company, Premium Credit, shows the Construction sector borrows the most to fund insurance but the Professional and Scientific sector is the fastest-growing.

8th August 2023

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Gamma Location Intelligence partners with MX Underwriting Europe to deliver advanced windstorm risk assessment solution in Ireland

Gamma LI, a leading provider of location intelligence and risk assessment technologies, announces a new deal with MX Underwriting Europe.

7th August 2023

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Percayso Inform completes new fundraise led by industry veteran Neil Utley

Insurance data intelligence provider, Percayso Inform, has announced a second major investment in its fast-growing business with a £2.7M fundraise led by industry veteran, Neil Utley, and its existing venture capital investor, Praetura Ventures.

28th July 2023

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Regulated firms given option to spread cost of FCA fees

As the FCA sends out invoices to regulated firms requesting payment of annual fees, Premium Credit is offering a finance facility so recipients can spread the cost over convenient monthly repayments, helping firms preserve cash flow.

21st July 2023

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Gamma and AXA enabling homeowners to go green with new sustainability offering

Gamma, the Irish technology company, has recently announced that it has signed a contract with AXA, one of Ireland’s leading insurance companies, to support AXA’s new Go Green web platform. Coverholder.

21st July 2023

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NBS Underwriting expands its reach with acquisition of Capital Markets Underwriting

NBS Underwriting, a leading Managing General Agent, is pleased to announce its recent acquisition of Capital Markets Underwriting Limited (CMU), an independent Underwriting Agency and Lloyd’s Coverholder.

17th July 2023

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Insurance customers ‘more accepting’ of paying with credit

Insurance customers are becoming more accepting of using credit to buy cover as financial confidence grows and credit becomes more available.

17th July 2023

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VIPR’s Sebastian Prosser named rising star by insurance business

Sebastian Prosser of VIPR Solutions named winner of Insurance Business Rising Star Award for outstanding achievements in the delegated insurance industry.

5th July 2023

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Premium Credit appoints Sara Heald as their first sustainability manager

Sara Heald joins Premium Credit having gained significant, specialist sustainability experience working at Legal & General and most recently, Howden Insurance Brokers.

4th July 2023

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A new era in reinsurance: re adopts VIPR Solutions to streamline and enhance Blockchain-based data management

A Seamless Fusion of Reinsurance, Blockchain Technology, and Alternative Capital Resources.

4th July 2023

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Insurance customers clock up more time on shopping around

More than half of insurance customers are putting more time into finding the most competitive deal as they try to keep costs down.

4th July 2023

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Technology firm VIPR Solutions welcomes new executive David Butler

Butler joins VIPR as a seasoned professional with 25-years’ experience in delivery of transformational change, within the General Insurance sector, providing a fresh and experienced perspective to the organisation.

18th June 2023

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Hampden Risk Partners Syndicate 2689 (‘HRP’) select VIPR for bordereaux data management, analytics and reporting capabilities

Hampden Risk Partners Syndicate 2689 (‘HRP’) select VIPR for bordereaux data management, analytics and reporting capabilities. HRP has contracted VIPR to implement a customised “business process as a service” (BPaaS) solution.

13th June 2023

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MGAA boosts board with HDI appointment

A market leader in the Delegated Authority market, Jade Wilcox, Director of Delegated Authority for HDI in the UK, has been appointed to the board of the Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA).

6th June 2023

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SMEs worry over late payments and access to credit

New research1 from the UK’s leading insurance premium finance company, Premium Credit, shows SMEs are continuing to suffer as late payments of invoices become a bigger issue.

2nd June 2023

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Mark Morley joins Premium Credit in new Operations Director role

Premium Credit, the UK and Ireland’s leading provider of insurance premium finance and a range of annually charged services, is pleased to announce Mark Morley’s appointment as Operations Director.

22nd May 2023

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Driverly’s unique Road Risk Map helps to identify the 5 most dangerous sections on Britain’s roads

As part of its unique AI driven telematics data profiling and risk analysis, Driverly has identified the top 5 most dangerous road sections in Britain based on accident data, traffic volumes and driver behaviour.

22nd May 2023

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IS2 partners with Percayso Inform

Insurance intelligence provider, Percayso Inform, has announced a new integration with IS2.

18th May 2023

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More than half of SMEs rely on credit to buy insurance

New research1 from the UK’s leading insurance premium finance company, Premium Credit, reveals that 51% of SMEs are relying on credit to pay for their insurance.

17th May 2023

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London Marathon: Premium Credit execs go the extra mile for Alzheimer’s Society

On the same day Sifan Hassan overcame injury to win the women’s race, Kelvin Kiptum ran the second-fastest time in history.

2nd May 2023

Industry News

Top 10 US Carrier, with multi-billion-dollar programs select VIPR to support data management and transfer

A leading US property/casualty insurer, the flagship company of a nearly $300 billion insurance and financial services company, has selected products provided by VIPR Solutions (VIPR) to manage its extensive program business portfolio.

1st May 2023

Industry News

LexisNexis Risk Solutions becomes associate member of BIBA

LexisNexis® Risk Solutions, a leading data, advanced analytics and technology provider for insurance, has become an associate of the British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA).

1st May 2023

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Optimistic SMEs Bank on growing their businesses

New research1 from the UK’s leading insurance premium finance company, Premium Credit, shows nearly five times more SMEs expect to see growth in revenues compared to those who expect revenues to shrink.

1st May 2023

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Leading international insurer selects VIPR to support new branch serving Canada

A leading international insurer with nearly 250 branches in 38 countries has selected services provided by VIPR Solutions (VIPR) to support the launch of a new Toronto-based Canadian operation.

16th April 2023

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New Reclaimed Parts Research Report from e2e reveals huge potential for increased use of reclaimed parts

The e2e Reclaimed Parts Research Report explores insurer and bodyshop attitudes to, and usage of, reclaimed parts; to include processes and challenges that influence decision making.

11th April 2023

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2023: succeeding in an uncertain world

As we continue through 2023, enduring financial uncertainty and challenging economic circumstances are faced by both individuals and businesses alike.

23rd March 2023

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Protect cash flow – spread the cost of FCA Top Up fees

As the FCA sends out Top Up fee invoices to qualifying regulated firms, Premium Credit is offering businesses a finance facility to spread the cost over convenient monthly repayments rather than having to pay in one lump sum.

16th March 2023

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One in three U.K. drivers would consider buying non-annualised motor policy in the next year with pay-as-you-go product as most appealing

LexisNexis Risk Solutions spearheads improvements in NAP data for the motor insurance industry.

7th March 2023

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US Fronting Carrier Selects VIPR for Cutting- Edge Operating Platform

At VIPR, we support many of our clients with the automation of insurance back-office processes they require, such as bordereaux management and processing and cover holder management, as well as regulatory compliance.

7th March 2023

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Percayso Inform set for major expansion following acquisition of Cazana

Percayso’s award-winning insurance intelligence services go beyond traditional data enrichment, providing unique, real-time solutions at all stages of the insurance lifecycle and delivering unrivalled insight into insurance customers, risk and fraud.

23rd February 2023

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Peter Heath joins Premium Credit as Head of Affinity

Premium Credit, the UK and Ireland’s leading premium finance provider, is pleased to announce that Peter Heath has joined the business as Head of Affinity.

22nd February 2023

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U.K. Motor Insurance providers must tune up data enrichment strategies as cost of living crisis changes vehicle ownership

LexisNexis® Vehicle Insights to Offer One-Stop Shop of Insights on the Car and Policyholder.

13th February 2023

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Major Swiss insurer selects VIPR to integrate program business data into SAP platforms

Effective platforms don’t operate in isolation. To achieve their objectives, they must integrate smoothly with other systems and applications, both vendor-based and proprietary.

12th February 2023

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A year in reflection

Insurance data intelligence provider, Percayso Inform, has announced that it has been appointed to deliver a bespoke data enrichment solution to support Torquay-based insurance broker, Riviera Insurance.

12th February 2023

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Percayso and Total Systems announce partnership

Insurance data intelligence provider, Percayso Inform, today announces that it has added insurance technology provider, Total Systems, to its growing team of partners.

29th January 2023

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Fuelled by Coffee – second in a series of online galleries launched by the Insurance Museum

‘Fuelled by Coffee’ is the second in a series of online galleries from the ‘Fire! Risk and Revelations’ exhibition by the Insurance Museum.

22nd January 2023

Industry News

Riviera Insurance turns to Percayso Inform to start its data intelligence journey

Insurance data intelligence provider, Percayso Inform, has announced that it has been appointed to deliver a bespoke data enrichment solution to support Torquay-based insurance broker, Riviera Insurance.

13th January 2023

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