Ascot Insurance Company / Ascot Specialty Insurance Company (USA) (Ascot Group Limited (Bermuda — CPP Investments))

Cyber & Professional Liability Insurance (AscotPro)

by Ascot Insurance Company / Ascot Specialty Insurance Company (USA)
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Last updated 29.04.2026

Cyber & Professional Liability Insurance (AscotPro) is a cyber insurance product underwritten by Ascot Insurance Company / Ascot Specialty Insurance Company (USA) (Ascot Group Limited (Bermuda — CPP Investments)), available in USA. It is aimed at small and medium-sized businesses and mid-market companies. Coverage limits reach up to Up to $10M; bespoke above.. The policy extends beyond standard cyber liability with Primary & excess and Tech E&O combined. Policyholders get 7 bundled proactive services — Phishing simulation, Training & awareness, Threat intelligence and MDR / EDR, among others — designed to reduce breach risk before a claim ever happens. The carrier holds an AM Best rating of A (Excellent) – AM Best. It is distributed through insurance brokers.

Product Details§ 01

Max Insurance Limit
Up to $10M; bespoke above.
Min Premium / Revenue
From $5000
Market Focus
SME, Mid-market
Coverage
Primary & excess, Tech E&O combined
AM Best Rating
A (Excellent) – AM Best
MGA / Direct
No – Direct insurer (admitted + surplus lines).
Policy Language
English
NIS2 / DORA Support
Not applicable.
War Exclusion
War and nation-state cyber exclusion applied (LMA-aligned).
Geographic Scope
Global.
Broker Only
Yes

Advantages & Limitations§ 02

Advantages

  • US entities: Ascot Insurance Company (AIC, admitted, New York) and Ascot Specialty Insurance Company (ASIC, surplus lines); both subsidiary of Ascot Group Limited.
  • AscotPro Cyber & Professional Liability: customised standalone or blended policies; Cyber, Technology E&O, Media Liability, Miscellaneous Professional Liability.
  • Pre-breach tools: world-class breach response provider network; proactive guidance.
  • Platform: US, Bermuda, and London — "golden triangle" of global specialty insurance.
  • CPP Investments (Canada Pension Plan) backed: strongest capitalisation.
  • 25 years specialty track record; $12B total assets; 200+ products globally.
  • Target industries - Financial & professional services, Retail, Hospitality, Manufacturing.

Limitations

  • Max $10M per risk (cyber-specific stated capacity).
  • Out of appetite - Public entities and federal agencies.

Contact & Response§ 03

24/7 Crisis Hotline
Via breach response provider network.

Frequently asked questions§ 04

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Who is Cyber & Professional Liability Insurance (AscotPro) designed for?

Cyber & Professional Liability Insurance (AscotPro) by Ascot Insurance Company / Ascot Specialty Insurance Company (USA) targets small and medium-sized businesses and mid-market companies in USA. Geographic scope: Global..

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What proactive security services are included with Cyber & Professional Liability Insurance (AscotPro)?

The policy bundles 7 proactive services: Phishing simulation, Training & awareness, Threat intelligence, MDR / EDR, Incident response, Risk platform / portal and Pre-breach advisory. These preventive services are typically included in the premium.

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Does Cyber & Professional Liability Insurance (AscotPro) help with NIS2 or DORA compliance?

Ascot Insurance Company / Ascot Specialty Insurance Company (USA) indicates the following NIS2/DORA support for this product: Not applicable..

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How can I buy Cyber & Professional Liability Insurance (AscotPro) in USA?

Cyber & Professional Liability Insurance (AscotPro) is sold through insurance brokers — broker contact: https://www.ascotgroup.com/. Compare it with alternatives in USA on Ryskly before approaching a broker.