Sukoon Insurance and CMECIC Expand Credit Insurance Solutions to Bolster Trade Resilience
By Lauren Towner · 22 September 2026
In brief: Sukoon Insurance and CMECIC have expanded their credit insurance solutions to help businesses manage counterparty risk and protect receivables in domestic and international trade.
| Gross Written Premiums | AED 7 billion (2025) |
|---|---|
| Solvency Ratio | 275 percent |
| S&P Rating | A (Excellent) |
| Moody’s Rating | A2 (IFSR) |
| Insured Members | 1.36 million |

Sukoon Insurance PJSC, in partnership with CME Capital Insurance Consultancies (CMECIC), is pleased to announce the strategic expansion of its credit insurance solutions. This milestone reaffirms Sukoon’s commitment to supporting trade, managing counterparty risk, and enhancing business resilience for organisations operating across domestic and international trade environments.
The partnership leverages CMECIC underwriting expertise with Sukoon’s exceptional financial stability, rated ‘A’ (Excellent) with a stable outlook by S&P Global Ratings, and holding an A2 Insurance Financial Strength Rating (IFSR) from Moody’s. Furthermore, the portfolio is backed by a robust panel of highly rated, globally recognised reinsurers, providing maximum security and confidence to policyholders in an unpredictable market.
Hammad Khan, Interim CEO at Sukoon Insurance, commented "At Sukoon, our priority is to empower businesses with the tools they need to navigate an evolving economic landscape with confidence. This strategic expansion of our credit insurance offering underscores our commitment to delivering practical, commercially relevant risk solutions. By partnering with CMECIC and backed by a formidable panel of financially sound global reinsurers, we are providing a disciplined and robust platform that proactively supports trade growth and the financial resilience of our clients." said Hammad Khan, Interim CEO at Sukoon Insurance.
Through the underwriting expertise of CMECIC, Sukoon will focus on disciplined risk selection, portfolio quality, and highly responsive service. The offering is designed to help businesses confidently protect receivables, safeguard cash flows, and secure financing support from lenders as they navigate evolving economic conditions, supply chain pressures, and heightened credit risks.
David Avasthi, Managing Director and Chief Underwriting Officer at CMECIC, added "We are thrilled to collaborate with Sukoon in delivering these specialised credit insurance solutions. Credit insurance is not simply a product; it is a partnership built on trust, transparency, and sound judgment. Our shared focus is on deploying a clear, long-term underwriting philosophy with an emphasis on market knowledge and close collaboration with our brokers and clients. Supported by our experienced underwriting team, we look forward to delivering sustainable value across a diversified portfolio of industrial sectors and geographies." said David Avasthi, Managing Director and Chief Underwriting Officer at CMECIC.
All underwriting inquiries will be managed through established partner and client channels.
Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits of the Sukoon and CMECIC credit insurance expansion?
The expansion provides businesses with robust tools to manage counterparty risk and enhance financial resilience. By leveraging CMECIC's underwriting expertise and Sukoon's 'A' rated financial stability, companies can better protect their receivables and navigate supply chain pressures in both domestic and international trade environments.
How does credit insurance protect business cash flow?
Credit insurance protects cash flow by safeguarding receivables against the risk of non-payment by buyers. This allows businesses to operate with greater confidence, secure financing support from lenders more easily, and maintain liquidity even when facing heightened credit risks or economic volatility.
What is Sukoon Insurance's financial rating?
Sukoon Insurance holds an 'A' (Excellent) rating with a stable outlook from S&P Global Ratings and an A2 Insurance Financial Strength Rating (IFSR) from Moody’s. These ratings, alongside a 275% solvency ratio, reflect the company's significant financial soundness and ability to serve clients effectively.
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Companies in this story: CME Capital Insurance Consultancies, Sukoon Insurance
People in this story: Hammad Khan, David Avasthi