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Bridge Underwriting

Bridge Underwriting was established in April 2025. Led by Brett Davey, the company specialises in delegated Property Risk Underwriting across Asia Pacific. Based in Sydney with strong links to Singapore, we provide all types of capacity providers with expert access to both fast-growing Asian markets and the more mature ANZ region.

We bring the well-tested MGA model to the Asia region where it is still emerging, delivering profitable, sustainable solutions without the need for heavy local investment.

Our Australia base enables us access to New Zealand and the Pacific region.

Portfolio Management
and Run-off

In the dynamic environment of the insurance industry and the evolving geopolitical landscape, businesses face constant change. To navigate these shifts, it is crucial for companies to adjust their approach accordingly.

Our expertise comes into play through the following services:

Review of Existing Portfolio: We assess your current portfolio to identify any misalignment with future goals or areas yielding sub-optimal results.
Strategic Directional Advice: Our underwriters offer guidance, advising on directional changes that match seamlessly with your overarching business plan.
Run-off or Run-down Management: Following a comprehensive review, we facilitate the efficient run-off or run-down of a book of business, ensuring a smooth transition and integration with your revised objectives.

By leveraging our key insights and industry knowledge, we empower businesses to adapt to the evolving landscape, optimizing their portfolios for sustained success.

Assessment of
Working Practices

Our service is designed to deliver a thorough examination of your company's current operational practices, pinpointing opportunities for refinement. Our systematic approach includes an in-depth assessment of your compliance with industry regulations, a meticulous evaluation of your risk management blueprint, and tailored recommendations aimed at augmenting overall operational efficiency.

Our array of services encompasses, but is not limited to:

Pre-Audit Check-ups: Evaluations designed to prepare your company for regulatory audits, ensuring compliance and minimizing potential issues.
Wording Reviews: Rigorous examinations of policy wordings to enhance clarity, precision, and reconcile with industry standards.
Credit Control: Guidance and implementation to optimize credit management practices, fostering financial stability and reliability.

Engage with our specialized services to fortify your operational foundations and propel your company towards sustained excellence.

Change Management

In the ever-shifting landscape of contemporary business, adaptability is paramount for maintaining a competitive edge. Recognizing the inevitability of change, we stand ready to support businesses in navigating transitional phases and seizing opportunities for advancement.

Here are instances where our expertise can bridge the gaps:

Short-Term Support for Internal Changes: Whether implementing a new computer system requiring data transfer or adopting a new pricing tool necessitating a comprehensive portfolio repricing, we provide adept support during transitional phases.
Mitigating Staff Limitations during Market Corrections: When market adjustments and sudden demands place strain on your limited staff, our professional assistance ensures a seamless response to increased workload.
Swift Adjustment to New Product Offerings: Whether introducing new products internally or responding to shifts in the general marketplace, our services facilitate rapid adjustments with evolving business strategies.
Adapting to Legal Changes: Stay ahead of regulatory changes such as the introduction of the Insurance Act 2015, with our help to coordinate your operations seamlessly with evolving legal frameworks.
Short-Term Management Solutions for Workforce Changes: Effectively manage sudden workforce changes, such as maternity leave or long-term sickness, without burdening your budget with additional staffing costs.

In embracing change as a catalyst for growth, our assistance ensures that your business not only adapts but excels in the face of evolving challenges.

Enterprise Risk Management

Proactive risk management is paramount in safeguarding the stability and success of companies and underwriting departments. Anticipating and mitigating potential risks is a key imperative that our seasoned underwriters are adept at addressing. Our comprehensive suite of services includes:

Strategic Business Review: An examination of the company's approach and historical, present, and future directions to identify potential risks and make revisions accordingly.
Geopolitical Landscape Alignment: Thorough scrutiny of the business plan against the current and anticipated geopolitical landscape, ensuring harmonisation and resilience to external factors.
Risk Planning for Start-ups: Assisting start-ups in anticipating and devising for potential risks that may not be immediately evident.
Tailored Solutions for Resilience: Identifying solutions derived from our comprehensive reviews to fortify business resilience against potential risks, ensuring adaptability and sustainability in the face of change.
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Training: Raising awareness of ERM principles among board members, managers, and staff through targeted training programs, empowering them with the knowledge and skills to navigate risk effectively.

By engaging our experienced underwriters, your organization gains a partner dedicated to fortifying its resilience against potential risks and promoting a culture of vigilant risk management.