Paul Walsh

RVS Monte Carlo 2022: reinsurers gather amid turbulent backdrop

After a two-year absence, the annual Rendez-Vous de Septembre (RVS) returns to the glitzy surroundings of Monte Carlo during an eventful period for the reinsurance sector. Paul Walsh previews some key talking points

Insurers must reappraise nature risks as they have done for climate, says WTW

Jamie Pollard said the sector must look to "push the boundaries of risk assessment"

Joe Ryan joins QBE's Equator Re as chief actuary

Nature risks "neglected" in insurer underwriting

A "nature-positive" focus would improve the robustness of the insurance sector, according to a report

GFIA unveils operational resilience principles for insurers

Data standardisation is the key reinsurance innovation

Scor's Daniel Duesterhaus said reinsurers shouldn't be too distracted by emerging risks

Global insured flood losses hit $80bn during 2011-20, says Swiss Re

Economic losses from flooding in 2021 alone totalled a further $20bn

Bermudian insurers' premiums boosted by strong market conditions

Deployment of risk capital was a key contributor to the growth

Reinsurance and capital markets veteran Jamie Rodney becomes Reask CEO

Rodney previously held roles at Willis Re and RMS

CROs find a career path in the C-suite

Chief risk officers (CROs) have carved out an important role in insurers, but they need a different skillset to succeed in senior C-suite roles. Paul Walsh reports