Announcement builds on Arch’s European growth strategy, broadening capabilities and strengthening local presence
Dublin, 30 April 2026 – Arch Insurance EU (Arch) today announced the launch of its European property operations, alongside the opening of a new office in Milan writing accident & health, cargo & logistics, fine art & specie, general liability and property, effective immediately.
This development marks a significant milestone in Arch’s ongoing expansion across Continental Europe, broadening its underwriting capabilities and strengthening its position as a multi-line, P&C insurer in the region.
The new property capability will be delivered through underwriting hubs in France, Italy and Spain. With a broad risk appetite, the team provides insurance solutions across the full range of property occupancy types.
This expansion builds on Arch’s existing European platform by complementing its established capabilities in casualty, cyber, executive assurance and fine art & specie, allowing the business to deliver more comprehensive, integrated P&C solutions to brokers and clients. To support this growth, senior property underwriting leads have been appointed in each market, responsible for developing the local portfolios.
The establishment of the Milan office reflects Arch’s strategy to deepen local market engagement through a dedicated Italian platform and expand its underwriting capabilities across key lines of business. Senior underwriting leads have been appointed across accident & health, cargo & logistics, fine art & specie, general liability and property. This enhanced local presence enables Arch to deliver tailored, multi-class solutions for brokers and clients across Italy.
Commenting on the announcement, Duncan Smith, CEO of Arch Insurance EU, said: “The property launch, together with our new Milan operations represents a significant step in scaling our European platform. By expanding our capabilities and investing in local presence, we’re strengthening our ability to deliver integrated, multi-line solutions. We remain focused on continuing to increase our relevance, building long-term partnerships and providing brokers with consistent, reliable capacity across the region.”
Hugh Sturgess, CEO of Arch Insurance International, added:“This is an important development in the ongoing delivery of Arch’s broader strategy to combine local expertise and capabilities with global scale. Through this, we are able to deliver comprehensive solutions across the P&C spectrum to bolster our market presence, enhance service and continue to strengthen our underwriting and claims proposition to our brokers and mutual clients.”
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EDITOR’S NOTES
About Arch Insurance EU
Arch Insurance EU is part of Arch Insurance International and provides comprehensive insurance products including: Accident & Health, Cyber & Technology, Energy, Financial Institutions, Fine Art & Specie, Healthcare, Marine, Professional Liability, Property and Terrorism. Arch Insurance EU is based in Dublin with branch offices in France, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and the United Kingdom. Arch Insurance EU is a wholly owned subsidiary of Arch Capital Group Ltd. and is authorised by the Central Bank of Ireland to write all classes of business (excluding Class 18).
About Arch Insurance International
Arch Insurance International consists of Arch’s insurance operations in the United Kingdom, Lloyd’s, Europe, Bermuda and Australia.
About Arch Capital Group Ltd.
Arch Capital Group Ltd. (Nasdaq: ACGL) is a publicly listed Bermuda exempted company with approximately $26.9 billion in capital at March 31, 2026. Arch, which is part of the S&P 500 Index, provides insurance, reinsurance and mortgage insurance on a worldwide basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries.
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Source: Arch Insurance (UK) Limited
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