McGill and Partners has increased capacity for Auton, its digital cross-class auto-follow facility, as it enters its second year. The maximum capacity will rise from 20% to 25% across eligible lines of business.

Auton is backed by a panel of Lloyd’s insurers and led by Beazley’s Smart Tracker syndicate. Its structure allows underwriters to adjust line sizes in real time, aligning participation with their risk appetite.

Mark Gregson, head of digital solutions at McGill and Partners, said: “The success of Auton in its first year is a testament to our digital innovation and the strong collaborative partnerships we have with our carriers, which have been key to the facility’s ongoing improvement. The increase in capacity is a direct response to the appetite of our carriers and clients who are looking for a more efficient, effective and streamlined placement process.”

The move follows a successful first year that included the launch of Auton Green, offering up to 40% capacity for onshore renewable energy risks.

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