Articles by Daniel Dunkley
British Insurance Awards 2011: Setting the standard
THE MAJOR LOSS AWARD - WINNER - FITZGERALD CONSULTING
Insurance law change could mean cheaper access to space
On 4 July 2011, the licensing insurance requirements under the UK Outer Space Act 1986 have been reduced to €60 million from £100 million.
Aviva considering Lloyd's market return
Aviva is undergoing a strategic review of its corporate business which will explore areas of expansion – including opening a trading area at Lloyd’s of London.
Jelf looks to Towergate for regional MD
Jelf Insurance Brokers has appointed Lee Davey to the position of regional managing director for the South West.
Broker and insurer profitability drops despite business volume growth
According to a new PwC/CBI report, general insurers reported their fastest growth in business volumes since March 2008 in the last quarter - however, the survey found costs have increased and profitability also decreased moderately.
Zurich confirms CHF700m senior debt placement
Zurich has confirmed the successful placement of 700m Swiss Francs in senior debt.
Muir ups One Answer Network stake with Optimas share purchase
Paul Muir, managing director of One Answer Network, has purchased the 38.57% holding of Optimas Insurance Group, signalling the latter's exit from the UK insurance market.
Munich Re and Marsh team up for geothermal energy risk
Project developer Exorka, insurance broker Marsh and Munich Re have jointly developed an insurance concept covering the exploration risk of a geothermal energy project in Taufkirchen, near Munich.
Munich Re and Marsh team up for geothermal energy risk
Project developer Exorka, insurance broker Marsh and Munich Re have jointly developed an insurance concept covering the exploration risk of a geothermal energy project in Taufkirchen, near Munich.
Reich Insurance makes North West acquisition
Manchester broker Reich Insurance has completed the acquisition of Bolton-based D Barnett Insurance Brokers.
Novae-Omega merger falls through
Novae has announced to the London Stock Exchange that “it is unlikely a transaction can be structured in its interest” with fellow Lloyd’s insurer Omega.
Financial services firms to see surge in PE investment, report says
According to new research from accountancy firm Grant Thornton, more than two thirds of private equity houses are set to invest in financial services firm in the next twelve months.
Financial services firms to see surge in PE investment, report says
According to new research from accountancy firm Grant Thornton, more than two thirds of private equity houses are set to invest in financial services firm in the next twelve months.
Towergate hires new group risk officer
Towergate Insurance has confirmed the appointment of Lisa Siggery as group risk officer, subject to FSA approval.
2014 is better Solvency II start date, say 60% of Aon Benfield conference delegates
Aon Benfield has released new findings that show 60% of European insurers attending its recent International Analytics conference think 2014 would be a better starting date for Solvency II.
2014 is better Solvency II start date, say 60% of Aon Benfield conference delegates
Aon Benfield has released new findings that show 60% of European insurers attending its recent International Analytics conference think 2014 would be a better starting date for Solvency II.
Whitaker to take Plum MD role
Underwriting and broking group Somerville Holdings has promoted David Whitaker to the role of managing director at its specialist household subsidiary Plum Underwriting.
BGL names new product development recruit
The BGL Group has appointed Cian Murphy as its new associate director for insurer development, reporting to Will Price, director of BGL Group product development.
Legal sector critical of FSA paper
The legal sector has reacted critically to the Financial Services Authority’s paper on the future of regulation for insurers.
Chaucer adds to political violence team
Chaucer Syndicate 1084 has confirmed the appointment of Henry Buchanan as an underwriter within its marine division’s political violence and terrorism team.
Axa unveils revised team structure
AXA Personal Lines has revealed details of a new structure for its Intermediary and partners new business team, led by Kirsty Walker, director of sales and partnerships.
JLT: reinsurers “on a knife edge” after blowing 2011 cat budgets
JLT has warned that the reinsurance market is set for a period of turbulence, following extreme catastrophe activity in the first two quarters of 2011.
Catlin Re Switzerland launches in Madrid
Catlin Re Switzerland, the continental European reinsurer of Catlin Group Limited has confirmed it will underwrite treaty reinsurance business from a new office in Madrid.
Catlin Re Switzerland launches in Madrid
Catlin Re Switzerland, the continental European reinsurer of Catlin Group Limited has confirmed it will underwrite treaty reinsurance business from a new office in Madrid.