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Enstar Completes Loss Portfolio Transfer Agreement With Aspen

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Enstar Group Limited (NASDAQ: ESGR) announced the successful completion of a loss portfolio transfer (LPT) with Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited, involving a net assumption of $3.12 billion in loss reserves. This transaction includes an incremental $2.35 billion of net loss reserves across various lines, exchanged for a premium of $2.39 billion. The existing adverse development cover of $770 million has been incorporated into the LPT. Regulatory approvals were received, finalizing the agreement. Enstar is recognized for its leadership in legacy acquisitions, having procured over 110 companies since its inception.

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  • Enstar assumes $3.12 billion in net loss reserves, indicating strong growth in its portfolio.
  • Incremental premium received of $2.39 billion, enhancing its financial position.
  • Successful completion of the transaction signifies effective regulatory compliance.
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HAMILTON, Bermuda, May 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enstar Group Limited (NASDAQ: ESGR) announced today that one of its wholly owned subsidiaries has closed a previously announced agreement for a ground-up loss portfolio transfer with Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited and its subsidiaries for their 2019 and prior business (the “LPT”). Enstar will assume net loss reserves of $3.12 billion, subject to a limit of $3.57 billion.

The existing adverse development cover between the parties that closed in June 2020, under which Enstar assumed $770 million of loss reserves (the “ADC”), has been absorbed into the LPT.

As a result of the LPT, Enstar assumed an incremental $2.35 billion of net loss reserves, with a diverse mix of property, liability and specialty lines, in exchange for incremental premium of $2.39 billion, and will assume claims control.

The amount of net loss reserves assumed, as well as the premium and limit amounts provided in the LPT agreement, will be adjusted for claims paid between October 1, 2021 and the closing date of the transaction, pursuant to the terms of the contract.

Completion of the transaction followed receipt of regulatory approvals and satisfaction of various other closing conditions.

About Enstar
Enstar is a NASDAQ-listed leading global (re)insurance group that offers capital release solutions through its network of group companies in Bermuda, the United States, the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Australia, and other international locations. A market leader in completing legacy acquisitions, Enstar has acquired over 110 companies and portfolios since its formation in 2001. For further information about Enstar, see www.enstargroup.com.

Cautionary Statement
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements include statements regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of Enstar and its management team. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including those relating to the integration of run-off acquisitions. Important risk factors regarding Enstar can be found under the heading "Risk Factors" in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and are incorporated herein by reference. Furthermore, Enstar undertakes no obligation to update any written or oral forward-looking statements or publicly announce any updates or revisions to any of the forward-looking statements contained herein, to reflect any change in its expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions, circumstances or assumptions underlying such statements, except as required by law.

Contact: Enstar Communications

Telephone: +1 (441) 292-3645


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What is the significance of the loss portfolio transfer for ESGR?

The loss portfolio transfer allows Enstar to assume $3.12 billion in net loss reserves, strengthening its portfolio and financial stability.

How much premium did ESGR receive from the loss portfolio transfer?

Enstar received an incremental premium of $2.39 billion as part of the loss portfolio transfer.

What is the total amount of net loss reserves assumed by ESGR?

Enstar assumed a total of $3.12 billion in net loss reserves from the transaction.

When was the loss portfolio transfer with Aspen Insurance completed?

The loss portfolio transfer was completed following regulatory approvals on May 20, 2022.

How many companies has ESGR acquired since its formation?

Enstar has acquired over 110 companies and portfolios since its formation in 2001.

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