James William Esdaile

Berry Palmer & Lyle Ltd. is an international insurance broker specializing in risk transfer solutions for clients with credit risks and foreign direct investments in emerging markets. They design insurance contracts, on a syndicated basis where necessary, for clients with exposure to non-payment, non-performance, terrorism and country risks associated with such activities. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in London, GB.

BPL (Holdings) Ltd. is an independent insurance broker founded in 1987, based in London, UK. The British company specializes in credit and political risk insurance (CPRI) for multinational corporations, banks, and financial institutions. BPL places their clients at the center of their approach, acting exclusively and unambiguously as their agent. The private company has a strong focus on commodity traders, as they were some of the earliest users of the CPRI market. BPL is committed to supporting charities WeSeeHope and Justice and Care until at least 2025. The company has offices in several locations, including the US, Singapore, and Switzerland, and count many of the world's leading banks and financial institutions among their clients.