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Misuse of Lloyd's Name

26 August 2026

Lloyd's has recently become aware of a fraudulent document titled "Excess of Loss Policy – Evidence of Cover" which purports to provide evidence of insurance cover in respect of Gold Trade Ltd.

The document contains unauthorised references to Lloyd's, and purports to evidence insurance cover for the period 03 March 2026 to 02 March 2027.

Lloyd's has been advised by the organisations referenced within the document that it is fraudulent. The use of Lloyd's name and branding within the document is unauthorised.

The document includes the following details:

• Insured: Gold Trade Ltd

• Policy Period: 03 March 2026 to 02 March 2027

• Insurers: Arch Syndicate 2012 and XL Catlin Syndicate 2003 at Lloyd's of London

• Sum Insured: Up to EUR 100,000 per claimant

• Retention: EUR 5,000 per claimant

Lloyd's is not associated with the creation, distribution or use of this document and has not authorised the use of its name or branding in connection with it.

This alert relates solely to the document described above and should not be interpreted as a finding by Lloyd's regarding any particular website, company or individual.