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Watford Holding Exploring ‘Potential Avenues’

Watford Holding Exploring ‘Potential Avenues’

Watford Holdings Ltd confirmed it is “currently exploring potential avenues toward becoming a registered, publicly-traded company.” “No decisions have been taken at this point on the structure or timing of any such action, and no assurance can be given that such an action will be pursued,” the company said. Watford Re Ltd. is... Read more of this article

BMA Licensing Specialists To Speak At BII Event

BMA Licensing Specialists To Speak At BII Event

Specialists from the Bermuda Monetary Authority will speak at a lunch and learn session examining the Insurance Licensing and Advisory Committee [ILAC] registration requirements for all classes of insurance entities. Organised by the Bermuda Insurance Institute [BII] and sponsored by EY and Conyers Dill & Pearman, it is aimed primarily at insurance... Read more of this article

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting June 16

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting June 16

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday June 16th. On Saturday the Anthem of the Seas cruise ship is expected, on Sunday the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship and the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Grandeur of the Seas and the Veendam cruise ships... Read more of this article

Queendom Images To Be Showcased In NY

Queendom Images To Be Showcased In NY

Jayde Gibbons of Queendom Heights – one of the vendors selected during the recent BEDC contest to showcase their products in New York – is set to offer a stunning collection of images of Bermuda at the New York market. Six local entrepreneurs have been given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to go to New York City and take part in an exclusive... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 15 2018

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 15 2018

June 15 saw 2,900 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $49,880.00 BD. 2,900 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing down 0.6% at $17.10 per share. The BSX finished at 2,722.77, down 0.03% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report... Read more of this article

Video: Premier David Burt On Fintech Plans

Video: Premier David Burt On Fintech Plans

The Digital Asset Business Act requires companies that are licensed in the fintech space to have a physical presence here in Bermuda, within the next two months we may begin to see more companies begin setting up, and the legislation being passed seeks to ensure that business done on our shores will be done with the highest standards. This was from... Read more of this article

‘Pursuing Funds We Believe Illegally Obtained’

‘Pursuing Funds We Believe Illegally Obtained’

[Updated] Hiscox confirmed they are “currently pursuing the repayment of funds which we believe were illegally obtained by one individual who no longer works here, and are working with law enforcement on this matter.” This follows after OffshoreAlert reported that the Bermuda-based company “has accused former Chief Financial Officer... Read more of this article

‘Native’ Resort-Wear To Be Showcased In NY

‘Native’ Resort-Wear To Be Showcased In NY

Handmade resort-wear and accessories from Native by ChanningElizabeth will be showcased at a market in New York, after the local vendor was selected during the recent BEDC ‘Vend to Win’ contest. Six local entrepreneurs have been given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to go to New York City and take part in an exclusive vendor market called... Read more of this article

RenaissanceRe Celebrates 25th Anniversary

RenaissanceRe Celebrates 25th Anniversary

Bermuda based re/insurer RenaissanceRe is celebrating their 25th anniversary, with the company’s CEO thanking everyone who has helped them to succeed. Kevin O’Donnell, President & CEO, said: “Over the past 25 years, RenaissanceRe has grown and evolved to meet our clients’ biggest risk challenges. Since the very beginning, we have been... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 14 2018

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 14 2018

June 14 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,723.61, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 24 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 23 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report:... Read more of this article

New Bermuda Duty-Free Store Opens At Airport

New Bermuda Duty-Free Store Opens At Airport

Bermuda Skyport launched a new “walk-through” duty-free shopping concept at the LF Wade International Airport. The new 3,500 ft2 duty-free shop occupies a central position in the US Departures Lounge and features more open access, a wider inventory and a focus on Bermudian products. Bermuda Duty-Free, owned and operated by Gosling’s, officially... Read more of this article

35 Students Attend BFIS Networking Event

35 Students Attend BFIS Networking Event

On Wednesday, June 6, the BFIS Mentor Network Committee held a 60 minute networking event for some 35 undergraduate students keen to learn more about the insurance industry. They were given the opportunity to sit down with insurance professionals to talk about their aims and aspirations, with rotations occurring every 6 minutes. As one student said,... Read more of this article