MANAMA, KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN, November 2, 2026
Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a leading global professional services firm, today announced that it intends to expand its capabilities in Bahrain to include captive insurance management services, which would make the business the first international broker to provide such services in the Kingdom.
The announcement was made at the fourth edition of Gateway Gulf, held on 1–2 November 2026 at the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay. Hosted by the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB), the forum convenes under the theme “Reimagining Global Partnerships, Powering Sustainable Growth”.
Marsh continues to strengthen its presence across the Gulf, with established operations in Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates supporting clients with risk management, insurance broking and specialist advisory services. Marsh was the first international broker to be awarded captive insurance licenses in Dubai, in 2008, and Abu Dhabi in 2018. Marsh Bahrain’s captive services, together with all captive services in the region, will be led by Marcin Antosik, Captive Regional Leader, Middle East, Marsh.
Commenting on the announcement, Noor Al-Haji, Chief Executive Officer, Marsh Bahrain & Kuwait, said: “Bahrain’s position as a well-regulated financial center, combined with the region’s continued economic diversification, makes this an important milestone for Marsh and for the wider captive insurance market in the Gulf. As businesses across the GCC pursue growth in an environment shaped by stronger non-oil investment, evolving regulation and increasingly complex risks – from supply chain disruption and cyber exposure to healthcare and employee benefit cost pressures – captive insurance is becoming a more strategic tool for financial resilience.”
Dalal Buhejji, Executive Director of Financial Services at the Bahrain EDB, said: “Marsh’s presence in Bahrain reflects the Kingdom’s strengths as a destination for international professional services firms, supported by a business-friendly environment, a robust financial services sector and access to markets across the GCC. As businesses navigate increasingly complex risks, the expertise of global risk advisory and insurance firms such as Marsh supports the resilience and growth of the wider business community.”
Mr. Antosik added: “Marsh’s captive solutions continue to grow across the Gulf region, as clients seek more sophisticated risk-financing options that offer greater control, flexibility and certainty in an increasingly complex risk environment. We look forward to helping organizations across the region use captive solutions to protect against emerging exposures and future shocks.”
Gateway Gulf reflects Bahrain’s continued efforts to showcase investment opportunities and support businesses as they develop new capabilities, strengthen local industries and pursue opportunities to serve regional markets. The forum brings together international investors, business leaders and policymakers to explore investment opportunities and strengthen cross-border partnerships.
Marsh Risk is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.
Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB) is an investment promotion agency with overall responsibility for attracting investment into the Kingdom and supporting initiatives that enhance the investment climate.
Bahrain EDB works with the government and both current and prospective investors to ensure that Bahrain's investment climate is attractive, to communicate the key strengths, and to identify where opportunities exist for further economic growth through investment.
Bahrain EDB focuses on several economic sectors that capitalise on Bahrain's competitive advantages and provide significant investment opportunities. These sectors include financial services, manufacturing, logistics, ICT and tourism. For more information on the Bahrain EDB, visit www.bahrainedb.com.
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