Lloyd's overview

Lloyd’s is a name known and trusted by businesses and financial centres worldwide. We are seen as a source of expertise and a major force in the global insurance industry. What’s more, we’re consulted on issues that are important to millions of people.

In short, we are a lynchpin of the insurance industry. More specifically, we are the world’s specialist insurance market, with an influence that extends across the globe. Our reputation has been built on insuring risks that others couldn't, such as terrorism, natural disasters, cyber crime and even space travel. Have a look at some of our case studies to find out more.

We’re also determined to be a force for good. The Lloyd's name was built on foundations of integrity, trust and high ethical standards – foundations that remain resolute to this day. When describing Lloyd's, the word 'unique' is not an exaggeration. Find out more about our history here.

In the following pages in this section, we’ll show you why. Alternatively, you can also find out more specific information about what it's like working at Lloyd's or see how the teams within the Corporation of Lloyd's come together when tackling a high-profile event, such as a hurricane, in our Explorer Tool.

 

> What is Lloyd's?

When we talk of Lloyd’s, we’re really referring to two distinct parts. The market, which is made up of many independent businesses, and the Corporation of Lloyd’s, which is there – broadly speaking – to oversee that market.

> What Lloyd's does

Information about Lloyd's unique ways of working can be found here.

> Lloyd's history

Lloyd’s began in a rather unlikely place: a small coffee house in Tower Street, in the City of London

> Lloyd's locations

An overview of Lloyd's locations

> Case studies

Explore some Lloyd's interactive case studies

> Community Affairs

View information about Lloyd's charities, voluntary work programmes, and commitment to the environment here.

> Diversity

Find out more about Lloyd's views on diversity here.

See also

Case studies
Discover some of the unusual risks we deal with.

Virtual tour
Take a tour around the Lloyd’s building.

News and Insight
Read the latest risk news from Lloyd's.

Blogs
See what our expert bloggers are discussing.