Ascot

Azur’s technology platform is also being used to underwrite commercial insurance in the US.

The Ascot CEO will work alongside Sheila Cameron, who replaces David Gittings as head of the organisation in January.

Ascot has also completed the acquisition of admitted carrier Greyhawk Insurance Company and its surplus lines subsidiary Greyhawk Specialty Insurance Company.

The association has also launched a broker advisory cabinet.

The carrier makes its first venture into whole turnover trade credit.

Kevin Mooney will run the Ascot MGA's SME casualty business in a newly created role.

The carrier has hired Chris Piazza from Navigators to lead the book of business.

The executive was formerly head of non-marine at Ascot Underwriting.

The Greyhawk admitted lines insurer that Athos acquired has been in runoff since 2006.

Survey respondents also name consolidation as a key way to improve efficiency

Despite departures of key leaders, Ascot is believed to remain committed to the MGA.