Brussels, 27 January, 2025 – Alta Signa, a leading Managing General Agent (MGA) active in the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland (CH), is pleased to announce the addition of Westfield Specialty International to its independent insurance capacity panel. Westfield Specialty International’s support will enhance Alta Signa’s ability to underwrite Directors & Officers (D&O) and Financial Institutions (FI) insurance risks across the EEA region and CH.
Bringing an additional EUR 5 million D&O capacity and EUR 5 million FI capacity to Alta Signa’s existing panel of Lloyd’s capacity, this strategic partnership underscores Alta Signa’s commitment to broadening its insurance panel and expanding its capacity to deliver meaningful solutions for brokers and policyholders.
Alta Signa’s insurance panel now includes:
- Aviva
- Axeria
- Lloyd’s Syndicates, including Aspen, Newline and Westfield Specialty International
- Markel
- SiriusPoint
- Sompo
With the addition of Westfield Specialty International, Alta Signa continues to fulfil its mission of delivering local market expertise, underwriting proficiency, and a broad spectrum of insurance capacity to its brokers and policyholders. Since its inception in 2019, Alta Signa has established itself as a trusted partner for professional & financial lines, cyber and marine underwriting across Europe, offering seamless access to a panel of A-rated insurers. This approach allows brokers to achieve placement efficiencies and provides policyholders with robust coverage options for specialty risks.
Operating from its European headquarters in Brussels, Alta Signa leverages its branch offices in seven European countries to provide localised services and technical underwriting expertise. The company’s long-term focus remains on sustainability, data-driven decision-making, and delivering high-quality services at competitive pricing.
Gerard van Loon, CEO of Alta Signa, said: "The addition of Westfield Specialty International to our panel is a significant milestone in Alta Signa’s journey to provide comprehensive and competitive insurance solutions in the specialty market. Westfield Specialty International’s expertise and robust capacity will complement our existing offerings and reinforce our ability to meet the evolving needs of brokers and clients across the EEA region and CH. We look forward to a productive partnership built on shared values of collaboration, integrity, and entrepreneurship."
James Johnston, Management Liability Class Underwriter from Westfield Specialty International, said:
"We are excited to join Alta Signa’s independent capacity panel and bring our expertise to support their D&O and Financial Institutions portfolios across the EEA region and Switzerland. Alta Signa’s reputation for technical underwriting expertise and local market knowledge aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering high-quality, specialty insurance solutions. Together, we aim to provide brokers and policyholders with unparalleled access to robust and reliable coverage options."