International speciality MGA Rokstone has acquired a second underwriting box at Lloyd’s just six months after opening its first.
Rokstone says that the move signals its continued growth and its focus on strengthening relationships with brokers in the London market.
The newly acquired box, 398a, is located alongside its existing box 398 on gallery 3. This addition enables Rokstone to expand its portfolio to include financial lines and casualty, while underwriting teams across its core business will continue to handle lines such as directors’ and officers’ liability (D&O), professional indemnity, surety and credit, property, marine, aviation, contingency, construction, and energy.
The physical presence at Lloyd’s also allows brokers to meet Rokstone’s underwriters in person and explore opportunities in these segments.
Rokstone’s decision to acquire a second box follows strong demand since the launch of its first. The move enhances the MGA’s presence and reach in the London market, which managing director Ian Anson (pictured above) views as a key platform for growth.
“We continue to go to places other MGAs simply can’t reach. Our goal is to become the pre-eminent player in the market in terms of underwriting innovation, service, and distribution,” Anson said.
He also highlighted the MGA’s focus on accessibility, noting that the second box reflects its rapid growth and commitment to delivering value to brokers and carrier partners.
“We have ambitious plans to continue growing our presence in the market and the support from Lloyd’s syndicates; bringing additional lines, capacity, and inspiring opportunities to brokers and carrier partners,” Anson said.
Rokstone operates as one of the largest MGAs in the world, with offices across the UK, Europe, the US, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. It serves international re/insurance brokers with a focus on specialty lines, underwriting over US$1.1 billion in gross written premium (GWP).
Elsewhere, the MGA also recently expanded with Rokstone announcing that it received regulatory licensing from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent regulator for business within or from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
Rokstone says that this licensing enables the company to expand its operations in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region through its new DIFC office, aligning with the company’s strategic growth objectives.
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