Transatlantic Underwriters (TAU), a prominent wholesale insurance brokerage located in Marietta, Georgia, has announced the launch of a new Property and Casualty (P&C) division. Known for its specialization in transportation risks, TAU has acknowledged the need to broaden its services and has introduced this division to include six new business lines: Commercial General and Excess Liability, Commercial Property, Inland Marine, Builders Risk, and Garage. This strategic expansion is designed to strengthen TAU’s service offerings while retaining its core focus on transportation clientele.

With steady growth in the insurance market, strategic diversification is key to staying competitive and meeting evolving customer needs.

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Heading the newly formed Property and Casualty division is Bernadette Flores, appointed as the Senior Vice President. Flores brings a robust background with over 24 years of experience in the excess and surplus (E&S) P&C market. Her expertise spans contractors, garage, habitational, and hospitality risks, making her a valuable addition to the team. Working from the company’s San Francisco Bay Area office, her insights and leadership are expected to drive success and innovation within the division.

TAU's President, Colby Waltenburg, has expressed his vision of expanding beyond the company’s transportation specialty, a goal he has held since the company's inception. The transportation sector, forming the bedrock of TAU’s operations since its humble beginning as a three-person agency in 1989, has seen significant growth. TAU's recent advancements, such as the rollout of updated non-fleet transportation capabilities across more than 40 states by the close of 2023, have positioned the company well for this strategic diversification.

The expansion comes amidst a dynamic U.S. P&C market, which recorded approximately $818 billion in net premiums written in 2023. Commercial lines nearly constituted half of this figure. Despite challenges such as underwriting losses due to inflation, severe weather, and rising replacement costs, the E&S sector has seen continued growth, fueled by the demand for specialized coverage in high-risk or complex industries. TAU plans to leverage non-admitted markets, concentrating on sectors that may be overlooked by traditional channels. Details regarding the company’s new offerings will soon be available on their updated website, reinforcing TAU's commitment to adaptability and customer-centric service models.