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Lloyd’s Insurer Ascot to Open Office in Singapore

Citing increasing opportunities in Southeast Asia, Lloyd’s insurer Ascot Underwriting Ltd. has announced plans to open an office in Singapore.

Ascot Asia will focus on such lines as cargo, . . .

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