Agile Underwriting Services has launched in New Zealand to support its Lloyd’s syndicate.

“With the establishment of Agile Insurance Group NZ, Agile enhances its capability to service New Zealand business in its general aviation, accident and health, casualty and professional lines,” the underwriting agency said.

CEO Robin Barham says the expansion marks “a significant advance in the development of Agile’s capability and market offering.

“The strength of our Pacific presence combined with our innovative IT platforms demonstrate a continuation of our drive to expand our offerings and support our New Zealand customers.”

The Australian underwriting agency was established in 2015 and earlier this year started its own Lloyd’s syndicate. Agile Underwriting Services Syndicate AUS 2427 is focused on accident and health, aviation, casualty, construction, financial lines and property business.

Mark Hunt, the syndicate’s active underwriter, said: “We see the New Zealand market as a critical element in our development, and this groundbreaking initiative offers brokers new capacity options and access to Agile’s adaptive solutions that reflect the region’s unique demands.”

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