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Blue Zebra Partners with New Underwriters for Home and SME Insurance

Chubb, AIG, and HDI Global Specialty Join Forces with Blue Zebra

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Blue Zebra, a prominent underwriting agency, has announced a new capacity arrangement for its home building and contents, landlord, and SME package products.
The agency has partnered with a co-insurance panel comprising Chubb, AIG, and HDI Global Specialty, marking a significant shift in its underwriting partnerships.

Under this multi-year arrangement, Chubb and AIG will each assume a 45% share of risk for every policy issued, while HDI Global Specialty will take the remaining 10%. Chubb will serve as the lead insurer on the panel, supporting products sold through brokers, including those within the Steadfast network.

This strategic move comes as Blue Zebra's contract with its previous underwriter, Youi, concludes. The new partnership is expected to provide greater stability and sustainability for Blue Zebra's offerings. Colin Fagen, Managing Director of Blue Zebra, stated, "Blue Zebra is committed to building a stable, sustainable portfolio and strengthening broker partnerships through these new underwriting partnerships."

For landlords and property investors, this development underscores the dynamic nature of the insurance market and the importance of staying informed about changes that may impact their coverage. Collaborations between underwriting agencies and insurers can influence policy terms, coverage options, and pricing, making it essential for property owners to regularly review their insurance arrangements to ensure they continue to meet their needs.

Published:Friday, 22nd May 2026
Author: Paige Estritori

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