London, 24 February
Lloyd’s List Intelligence (LLI) today announced that the Lloyd’s Agency Network will move under its management, bringing the world’s most extensive marine surveying and claims adjusting network into the LLI ecosystem from 1 April 2026.
Through this transaction, LLI secures direct stewardship of high-quality casualty data and on-the-ground expert insight. This will enable richer analysis, faster validation and more resilient intelligence for the global insurance and maritime markets. This combination of cutting-edge data and technology with globally located human expertise is unique to LLI.
The integration of the Lloyd’s Agency Network with LLI’s data, analytics and AIS capabilities will deepen coverage in complex and sensitive regions, support real-world validation of maritime events such as AIS anomalies, and improve resilience and uptime across LLI’s global intelligence network.
LLI will continue to operate the network under the Lloyd’s Agents brand, reinforcing the strength and continuity of the long standing partnership between Lloyd’s and LLI. Lloyd’s Agents will continue to play a vital role as trusted local experts, supported by LLI’s commitment to strong partnerships, clear governance and consistent commercial engagement.
By bringing together entrepreneurial port side businesses with a global intelligence platform, the network is well positioned to innovate, enhance capability and increase its relevance in an increasingly complex maritime risk environment. Lloyd’s will remain actively engaged, working closely with LLI to support agents and contribute to the continued strength of the wider market.
“Maritime risk is increasingly shaped by what happens between the data points,” said Parvin Conners, Chief Data Officer of Lloyd’s List Intelligence. “Bringing the Lloyd’s Agency Network into Lloyd’s List Intelligence allows us to combine high-frequency vessel and casualty data with trusted human verification where events unfold. That depth of insight improves the accuracy, timeliness and credibility of the intelligence our customers rely on— particularly in complex incidents, disputed events and high-risk regions where data alone requires human insight to provide full context.”
“Fully integrating the Lloyd’s Agency Network strengthens the foundation we've built with the agents over several years—reinforcing the resilience and reliability our customers depend on. We already see the value of this model in action through our Terrestrial AIS network. Long-standing partnerships with Lloyd’s Agents in key ports have enabled us to deliver around 95% AIS uptime, with agents acting as trusted hosts and extending coverage through their local networks” says Parvin.
Waqas Samad, Chief Executive Officer of Lloyd’s List Intelligence, said “This transaction reinforces Lloyd’s List Intelligence’s long-term strategy to build a globally resilient intelligence platform serving the maritime, insurance, and broader trade finance ecosystem connected to them. Integrating the world’s most established portside expert network with our data and analytics capabilities creates a model that combines scale, continuity and local expertise. LLI will work closely with the Agents Network to create new opportunities to amplify their expertise through data, technology and global visibility, while retaining their independence, professionalism and local authority.”
Dawn Miller, Lloyd’s Chief Commercial Officer and CEO of Lloyd’s Americas, said: “This transaction brings together complementary capabilities built on a shared commitment to quality and expertise. Closer integration with Lloyd’s List Intelligence will give Lloyd’s Agents access to richer data and broader market opportunities, strengthening the Lloyd’s market while preserving the high standards and professionalism that define the network.”
About Lloyd’s List Intelligence
For over 290 years, Lloyd’s List Intelligence has been the trusted independent partner for monitoring, assessing, and managing maritime risks. Leveraging deep industry expertise and advanced technology, we provide actionable insights that support confident decision-making across the shipping, insurance, finance, and government sectors.
About Lloyd’s Agency Network
The Lloyd’s Agency Network provides 24/7, year-round local shipping information and casualty intelligence, to provide surveying and, in most instances, claim adjusting services to the global insurance industry and its customers. Originally created in 1811, and with 230+ Lloyd’s Agents and 300 sub-agents operating across 170 countries today, the Network covers all major ports and commercial centres worldwide and has built a trusted brand recognised for its expertise and professionalism.
