APCAL Broker Day 2026
We attended this year’s APCAL Broker Day – which again was well organised and well attended. Lots of constructive dialogue around the current and future issues shaping the future role of the broking profession.
Graham Cook presenting at ILA event
Graham Cook will be presenting on 6 February at the ILA event ‘Fund Governance Workshop’. Graham will be one of four speakers engaging attendees on the topic of Liability Management: What can go wrong, how to protect yourself and mitigate risk.
Upcoming Client Briefings in January
For clients with a Talisman Individual Executive Protection (TIEP) policy, we are starting to issue emails inviting you to briefings at the end of January. Since 2015, we have provided innovative cover for independent directors/executives in Luxembourg and are now introducing many enhancements at renewal. The briefings are informal and will share detail about the improvements and benefits. We hope to see you there.
Risk, Responsibility & Reputation
Graham Cook will be one of the speakers at the ILA event in Luxembourg, on 28th November. Entitled “Risk, Responsibility and Reputation: The D&O Equation”, the event will explore the critical intersection of risk, responsibility, and reputation for directors and officers. The speakers will unpack:
What D&O insurance really covers — and what it doesn’t
Where directors most often face claims in Europe
The advantages and pitfalls of D&O coverage
How to align protection with good governance
Good governance isn’t just about accountability — it’s also about ensuring the right protection is in place. Whether you’re a board member, executive, or governance professional, this session will help you navigate the complexities of D&O insurance and safeguard your organisation’s leadership.
Register now via: https://lnkd.in/eGCNrHuG
Annual Conference in Luxembourg
We attended the annual conference organized by the CAA, ACA and APCAL in late October. The theme was AML/CFT and Sanctions.
There were presentations by the Ministry of Finance on the changes and updates in AML regulations and counter terrorism financing. The CAA updated the participants on the latest statistics, plus two interesting presentations on financial sanctions and the latest results from the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) on the declarations they receive.
The 11th APCAL Annual Brokerage Day
Talisman Sarl attended the 11th APCAL Annual Brokerage Day on 9th October, along with about 380 participants. Thank you APCAL – Association Professionnelle des Courtiers en Assurances du Luxembourg – for arranging the event. As we discussed the event after, we agreed that although we’ve been in the insurance sector for decades, you always learn so much at industry gatherings. Not just from the speakers but by sharing experiences and insights with the other attendees.
The main theme was a panel discussion on the ESG-SFDR and the climate transition. The Insurance Regulator presented the latest broking and insurance statistics which showed that the Luxembourg Insurance Sector is in good shape. Finally, the Director General of the European Federation of Intermediaries gave a talk on their work with the different European bodies in the development of the multitude of insurance laws and regulations..
Graham Cook to speak at ILA Fund Governance Masterclass
Delighted to share that Graham Cook has been invited to speak at next year’s Fund Governance Masterclass. This will be his second appearance at the event. Organised by ILA, the event will be held in Luxembourg in February 2026.
Two Talisman teams at the ILA Golf Day
The Talisman Whites took on the Talisman Blues during the ILA Golf Day in early July. A hot contest (weather and competition) proved the Blues to be stronger on the day, and were also third overall in the Tournament. A great day out with healthy competition and invaluable networking. A perfect event organised by ILA – The Luxembourg Institute of Governance.
ITV News item on Op Dynamo
An ITV News crew was on one of the Little Ships travelling to Dunkirk. Attached is the link to the programme, beautifully summing up the event. As one of the Talisman team said: “It was incredibly moving to arrive in Dunkirk. As well as the applause, the onlookers were shouting out ‘thank you’. I will never forget it.” Watch here: https://youtu.be/Q2XeQlAENNI
Crossing to Dunkirk underway
We set sail at 0600 today on ‘Ferry Nymph’, the Dunkirk Little Ship. After a long crossing, we made it to Dunkirk with the flotilla. An incredibly proud day and the Talisman crew held up well. Words from ‘Captain Colin’ (not on the film)
“It’s a reasonably calm day today on our way over to Dunkirk. It gives a bit of a flavour as to what went on in 1940. This is the 85th anniversary and we’re going back into Dunkirk with some of our friends and colleagues.
And I think we’re going to have a little bit of a party when we get there (which is an understatement), before making the return journey in four or five days time.
This is my first journey back with the Dunkirk Little Ships, and feeling very proud to be associated with it.
God Save the King.”