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Beazley Leads $1 Billion Marine War Coverage Expansion

4/18/2026

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Beazley plc, a London-based Lloyd's insurer, will lead a marine war consortium to provide an additional US$1 billion in coverage for vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz through Lloyd's.
The expansion aims to support trade as the war raises costs, with Iranian forces restricting Strait of Hormuz shipping.
Safety concerns have reduced vessel traffic locally.
A US initiative to boost shipping insurance in the region is expected to launch soon.

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Beazley plc, a London-based Lloyd's insurer, will lead a marine war consortium to provide an additional US$1 billion in coverage for vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz through Lloyd's.
The expansion aims to support trade as the war raises costs, with Iranian forces restricting Strait of Hormuz shipping.
Safety concerns have reduced vessel traffic locally.
A US initiative to boost shipping insurance in the region is expected to launch soon.