Rising hostilities between the United States, Israel, and Iran are placing unprecedented pressure on the global reinsurance industry. Insurers and reinsurers are reassessing risk across multiple lines, as the Iran conflict exposes the limits of traditional reinsurance structures. Ben Rose, co-founder of Supercede, cautioned that the crisis is a crucial test of how well the […]

The United States has introduced a $20 billion government-backed maritime reinsurance programme to ensure uninterrupted commercial shipping through the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The scheme, designed to mitigate rising conflict-related risks in the region, appoints the American insurer Chubb as the lead underwriter. Announced on 11 March 2026 by the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation […]