Corporate and speciality insurer HDI Global has celebrated a decade of operations in Malaysia, marking significant growth and a commitment to future expansion. Since establishing its presence in 2016 through a Labuan branch, HDI Global has seen its gross written premiums increase nearly eightfold from 2019 to 2025. The company has become a trusted partner in complex sectors such as Energy & Power and Construction.
In April 2026, HDI Global’s Kuala Lumpur Marketing Office received regulatory approval to operate as a Co-Located Office. This development allows the company to conduct underwriting, risk management, and other key activities directly in the Malaysian market. The move is part of HDI Global’s strategy to deepen its engagement with local clients and brokers.
HDI Global is also investing in capability-building within Malaysia’s insurance sector. Its training programmes, accredited by the Asian Institute of Insurance and the Malaysian Insurance and Takaful Brokers Association, support Continuing Professional Development.
Marketing Director T. Sivapalan Tharmapalan highlighted the company’s growth, stating, “What began as a reinsurance platform has developed into a robust local presence.” Managing Director Alex Tarantino added, “With the growing demand for speciality insurance solutions, we see significant opportunity to enhance our capabilities in Malaysia.”
Looking ahead, HDI Global aims to expand its business lines and core functions in Malaysia, guided by its Xcelerate29 strategy, to meet evolving client needs and reinforce its position as a trusted partner.
