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AXA XL said it launched AXA XL Excess & Surplus Lines Insurance Company (AXA XL E&S), dedicated to exclusively serve wholesale brokers. This strategic move enhances AXA XL’s underwriting focus and capabilities within the Excess & Surplus (E&S) insurance market. Operating alongside existing AXA XL entities and participating in the same AXA XL pool as Indian Harbor Insurance Company, AXA XL E&S will issue policies developed by AXA XL in collaboration with wholesale brokers nationwide. The launch will be synchronized with the rollout of AXA XL’s new digital platform, Guidewire, which will serve as the E&S policy administration system starting 2027. E&S Casualty new business will be underwritten by AXA XL E&S beginning in early 2027, with current policies transitioning to the new entity in mid 2027. E&S Property business will follow suit in latter 2027. During this transition, existing products and rates will remain unchanged to ensure continuity and stability for brokers and clients. “Establishing this specialized E&S company aligns with our goal to streamline operations and expand our technical underwriting capabilities,” said Tim Whisler, head of E&S Wholesale Solutions at AXA XL. “By strengthening our organizational focus on the E&S market, we are better positioned to innovate, increase scale in key regions, and provide the proactive, tailored support that our brokers expect.” SOURCE: AXA XL Topics Carriers Excess Surplus Was this article valuable? Here are more articles you may enjoy.
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