PRESS RELEASE: HIVE Underwriters strengthens marine team with appointment of Polly Mays as Head of Cargo We are very pleased to announce the appointment of Polly Mays as Head of Cargo, further strengthening our Marine division as we continue to expand our underwriting capabilities across global specialty markets. Polly will join HIVE Underwriters in November once her contractual obligations with her current employer are complete. Reporting to HIVE’s Head of Marine, Alistair Marriott, Polly will lead the continued development of our Cargo proposition as part of our growing Marine division, which focuses on specialist marine risks through disciplined underwriting, data-led decision making and long-term broker partnerships. We look forward to welcoming you to the team soon, Polly. Read the full press release on our website: https://lnkd.in/e63U-iwd
HIVE Underwriters
Insurance
London, England 5,384 followers
Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agents & Lloyd's Coverholder, using market-leading data analytics to outperform.
About us
HIVE Undwerwriters Ltd. is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCN 1015193). We are a Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent as well as a Lloyd's Coverholder. Founded in November 2017 with origins in Aviation Insurance, HIVE's mission is to deliver the very best service to brokers and their global clients, whilst providing superior returns to the insurance carriers who entrust us with capacity. HIVE offers insightful capacity to a niche area of insurance, using state of the art modelling technology, together with threat assessment modelling through partnerships established with a number of leading data providers. HIVE's clients are afforded peace of mind, not just by its leadership knowledge but also reinforced by the first-class security behind each policy issued. Based in the heart of the City of London, HIVE's offices are conveniently situated to trade in the world's leading specialty insurance market.
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http://www.hiveuw.com
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- Industry
- Insurance
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- London, England
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2017
- Specialties
- AVIATION INSURANCE, WAR INSURANCE, SPECIALTY INSURANCE, EMPOWERED, KNOWLEDGE LED DECISIONS, CUSTOMER FOCUSED, CREATIVE THINKING, WAR RISKS, AIRLINE INSURANCE, GENERAL AVIATION INSURANCE, AVIATION LIABILITIES, and AEROSPACE
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69 Leadenhall Street
London, England EC3A 2BG, GB
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London, England EC3A 2BG, GB
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Noah Hensher, pleased to hear you enjoyed your time at HIVE Underwriters and we enjoyed having you for the week. Wishing you all the best with your ongoing studies. #HIVE #WorkExperience #BuildingForTheFuture
I've just finished my week with the team at HIVE Underwriters, including a day at Gallagher. The experience was invaluable and I walked away feeling inspired, with a solid understanding of how the aviation insurance market operates. A few takeaways: Understanding how an MGA operates. Being immersed in Hive’s day-to-day gave me insight into how a Managing General Agent works under delegated authority from its carriers, and the discipline involved in pricing and placing risk correctly. The importance of relationships in this market. While this was clearest on the broking side, it was just as important for the underwriters, with both regularly meeting to maintain those connections. It reinforced how much of this industry depends on trust built over time, not just technical expertise. Aviation insurance, unexpectedly, stole the show. I hadn’t gone in expecting to be drawn to it, but the depth I found in underwriting aviation risk, made it one of the most interesting conversations of the week. many thanks to Bruce Carman for the opportunity and the team at HIVE Underwriters for being so welcoming. Overall, I gained useful insight into the insurance market and Im excited to continue building on this knowledge in the future.
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In case you missed it... Earlier this month, HIVE Underwriters announced the renewal of our Corporate Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent status with the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) – marking five consecutive years of holding this prestigious recognition. Why does this matter? The CII introduced the Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent designation to recognise the growing importance and specialist expertise of underwriting agents and MGAs within the insurance market. It acknowledges organisations that demonstrate a commitment to professionalism, ethical standards and continuous development, helping to build trust across the industry. For HIVE, maintaining this status is independent recognition of the standards we hold ourselves to every day: investing in our people, championing technical excellence and ensuring expertise sits at the heart of every underwriting decision. As the specialist underwriting market continues to evolve, we're proud to be part of a profession that values knowledge, integrity and continuous improvement. Congratulations once again to everyone at HIVE who has helped maintain the standards behind this achievement. https://lnkd.in/efRXF_Z5 #CharteredStatus #Insurance #Underwriting #MGA #ProfessionalStandards #CII #InsuranceProfession
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🏆We're incredibly proud that HIVE Sentinel was named MGA Initiative of the Year at last week’s Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) Awards 2026. The award recognises our commitment to combining specialist underwriting expertise with innovative technology to deliver deeper insight into aviation war risk. It's a fantastic achievement for everyone involved in the continuous development of HIVE Sentinel and reflects the collaborative effort of our team, partners and supporters. Find out more about our award win: https://lnkd.in/etHb9_Hw Find out more about our technology platforms HIVE Sentinel, HIVE MinD and HIVE Hub: https://lnkd.in/ec9H-Er7 We're grateful to the MGAA and the judging panel for recognising HIVE Sentinel with this award. #MGAAAwards #InsuranceInnovation #AviationInsurance #Underwriting #InsurTech #SpecialtyInsurance
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Standards matter. Knowledge matters. In specialist underwriting, expertise is something you demonstrate. That's why we're delighted that HIVE Underwriters has renewed its Corporate Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent status with the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) for the fifth consecutive year, having first achieved Chartered status in 2021. Corporate Chartered status is independent recognition of our commitment to professional excellence, continuous development and putting expertise at the heart of every underwriting decision we make. For our brokers and clients, it reflects something fundamental about us: knowledge-led underwriting, high professional standards and a commitment to doing things the right way. Congratulations to the entire HIVE Underwriters team for maintaining the standards that make this recognition possible. #InsuranceNews #CharteredInsuranceStatus #MGA #Underwriting
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We're pleased to announce the promotion of Amy Birch to Underwriter. Amy has played an important role in the continued development of our underwriting team, combining a strong technical capability, meticulous attention to detail, and a work ethic that sets the standard. Her promotion reflects the contribution she has made to HIVE Underwriters and the confidence we have in her continued success as she takes the next step in her career. At HIVE, we're proud to recognise and reward talented people, and Amy's progression is a fantastic example of that commitment in action. Congratulations, Amy, on a very well-deserved promotion. We're excited to see you thrive in your new role.
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We are extremely grateful to the panel of judges for selecting HIVE Underwriters for the “MGA Initiative of the Year” at the Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA) Awards 2026 and congratulations to all of the finalists and winners. This award recognises the innovation behind HIVE Sentinel – our proprietary technology platform that is transforming aviation war risk underwriting through real-time exposure intelligence. By combining live aircraft movement data, dynamic war risk intelligence and portfolio analytics, HIVE Sentinel gives our underwriters an immediate view of global exposures, enabling faster, smarter and more informed underwriting decisions in one of the market's most complex classes of business. HIVE is in the process of building problem-solving, mapping technology for each of the new specialty classes we are bringing onboard in the coming months, namely: Marine, PVT and Aviation Reinsurance - watch this space! For us, innovation has always been about solving real underwriting challenges and delivering greater value for our brokers, clients and capacity partners. This award is fantastic recognition of that commitment and of the incredible work, expertise and collaboration of the entire HIVE team. Thank you to the MGAA for again putting on an incredible Annual Conference. #MGAAAwards #MGAAAnnualConference #HIVESentinel
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We're delighted to announce the promotion of Archie Denholm to Assistant Underwriter. His promotion also marks the granting of underwriting authority, recognising the progress he has made and the confidence we have in his ability to take on greater responsibility. Over the past three years, Archie has become a hugely valued member of the HIVE team. Alongside his growing technical expertise and commitment to our brokers, he brings a good sense of humour and positive energy that makes him a pleasure to work with every day. Developing talent from within is incredibly important to us, and Archie's journey to Assistant Underwriter is a great example of what can be achieved through hard work, dedication and a willingness to learn. Congratulations, Archie - thoroughly deserved and we look forward to seeing what comes next.
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Last week, Amy Birch and Isabel Kelly, Assistant Underwriters at HIVE Underwriters, attended the International Aerospace Women’s Association (IAWA) European Forum in Berlin, Germany. The event brought together professionals from across the global aviation and aerospace industry, providing a valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and share perspectives with peers from a wide range of sectors. Reflecting on their experience, Amy and Isabel said: "It was great to meet so many women from different aviation sectors and to hear excellent panel discussions." We are proud to support opportunities that encourage professional development, industry collaboration, and greater diversity across the aviation and aerospace market. Thank you to the International Aerospace Women’s Association for hosting such an insightful event. #IAWAEuropeanForum #WomenInAviation
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We're incredibly proud to support Archie Denholm and the team of 30 cyclists taking on this extraordinary challenge, cycling 600 miles from Berlin to London in just six days to raise vital funds for The Institute of Cancer Research. Archie has been a valued member of the HIVE Underwriters team for the past three years, and we're delighted to sponsor this inspiring fundraising mission. We wish him and the team the very best of luck for the ride ahead. If you'd like to support the cause, please consider making a donation. Every contribution makes a difference. Find out more about the fundraising effort here: https://lnkd.in/eAydNaUA #TeamHIVE #Fundraising #CharityChallenge #InstituteOfCancerResearch
One month and three years. Two timeframes relevant to today but with very different meanings. One month: until we set off on our fundraising cycle from Berlin to London, cycling 600 miles in 6 days raising funds for The Institute of Cancer Research. Three years: since I began my insurance career with HIVE Underwriters. HIVE Underwriters have very generously sponsored our ride and we have some exciting HIVE branded kit to help us along the way (watch this space). Thank you to HIVE for a fantastic three years and for all who have donated to the cause thus far. Every donation makes a huge difference so please take a look at the link below. More updates to follow 🚴 https://lnkd.in/eqGMsfYS