Bermuda: Industry Updates & Analysis

Appleby's managing partner in Bermuda spearheaded an ambitious environmental initiative to plant 100 endemic cedar trees at LF Wade International Airport, creating the island's first cedar forest since a devastating blight wiped out 95% of Bermuda's cedars between 1946 and 1953. The project required careful planning, from sourcing saplings and selecting optimal planting locations to ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, all while creating high-visibility impact for both tourists and residents. Nearly tw

On 20 March 2026, the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) issued an updated Guidance Note for Recovery Planning Requirements (Guidance Note).

In a ruling handed down just before Christmas, Justice Shade Subair Williams struck out a Statement of Claim for abuse of process and dismissed the civil proceedings for want of prosecution because of litigation delay caused by the plaintiff.