RenaissanceRe completed the sale of its U.S. insurance businesses, while another Bermuda company, Aspen, is strengthening the leadership of its U.S. insurance operation.

When it comes to repairing versus replacing damaged materials, the most cost-effective solution may not be the one that is most often utilized.

Briarcliff Manor, N.Y.-based insurance broker USI Insurance Services said it has acquired The Amerisc Corp., Atlynx Surety Brokers LLC and its principal affiliates.

Growth was hard to come by for the biggest writers of U.S. E&S business in 2010. Take a look at the ranking of the Top 100, see their share of the market and check out how 2010 compared with 2009. Also be sure to explore the bonus charts below.