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Santam’s trusted expertise in the global specialty insurance market

Established in 2025, Santam Syndicate 1918 (marking the year Santam was founded) is part of the Santam Group, South Africa’s largest short-term insurer. Through Lloyd’s of London, the Syndicate brings Santam’s trusted expertise to the global specialty insurance market while supporting scalable growth and access to new markets. Lloyd’s is the world’s leading insurance marketplace, operating across more than 200 territories. Within this international marketplace, syndicates like Santam Syndicate 1918 combine capital and underwriting expertise to provide specialist insurance solutions worldwide.

Who we are

As part of South Africa’s leading insurer, we combine deep-rooted values with a global outlook, bringing Santam’s trusted reputation and client-first approach to the Lloyd’s of London marketplace. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our Leadership team of experienced underwriters and specialists is united by a shared purpose: to deliver clarity, confidence, and resilience in an increasingly complex risk environment.

We underwrite the following classes of business

Our leadership team brings strong underwriting expertise and a commitment to delivering tailored, innovative solutions that help clients navigate complex and evolving risks. Clients also benefit from Lloyd’s strong financial ratings across all major rating agencies.

Property: International and North American Open Market

Comprehensive protection for commercial and industrial assets against physical loss.

Marine

Specialist cover for cargo, hull, and marine liabilities across global and coastal trade.

Energy

Tailored cover for onshore and offshore energy assets and liabilities across the project lifecycle.

Political Violence and Terrorism

Specialist protection against losses arising from political unrest, riots, strikes, terrorism, and related acts of violence.

Financial Institutions (FI)

Specialist cover for banks and financial institutions against professional liability, crime, and wider operational risks.

Professional Indemnity (PI)

Specialist cover for professionals against claims arising from errors, omissions, or negligent advice.

Cyber

Specialist cover for cyber attacks, data breaches and resulting business interruption.

Meet the Leadership Team

Get in touch with our expert team

Contact us via your Lloyd’s approved intermediary to discuss our product offering further.

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