Barbican has always adopted a proactive approach to working with the media, as we believe this plays an important part in sharing insight and best practice across the markets we serve. Here are recent examples of news, views and expert commentary from our experts within the insurance and national press.
A perfect storm for shipping
31/10/2017
Asian shipping has endured the coincidence of low freight rates, market consolidation, and the continued broader economic slowdown. Simon Saunders of Barbican Insurance Group discusses the implications of current conditions with SIRC Today(...)
Categories: Aviation & Space
On-the-ground contact key to success in marine market
13/10/2016
Asia is a huge region with many territories undergoing a period of significant economic expansion. This potential generates opportunities for marine re/insurers and also continues to attract new entrants into the sector, said Simon Saunders, division head, marine, aviation and transport, Barbican Insurance Group (...)
Categories: Marine Insurance, Aviation & Space
Reinsurance opportunity for marine players
10/10/2016
While underlying economic conditions affect the marine market in certain Asian territories, players in the region are also seeing evidence of a decline in ship-building activity, Simon Saunders, division head, marine, aviation and transport for Barbican Insurance Group, told EAIC Today (...)
Categories: Aviation & Space, Marine Insurance