Technology start-ups Concirrus and Windward have signed cooperation deals to advance digitalisation in the marine insurance market.

London-based Concirrus, which is backed by accountancy firm EY, is collaborating with US broker Marsh to develop its behavioural analytics systems.

Marsh wants to use Concirrus’ artificial intelligence (AI) and big-data product Quest Marine to provide fresh insights into insurance placement for clients, as well as developing new digital products.