Articles by Jonathan Swift
Axa linked to major capacity deal with Gallagher's OIM
Axa is reported to be close to signing a major capacity deal with A J Gallagher-owned managing general agent OIM.
Belfor names former Munters president Philips as UK MD
Alasdair Philips has been named as the new managing director for Belfor in the UK.
Free webinar: The property and casualty market in south east Asia
Post and Insurance Insight in conjunction with the Chartered Insurance Institute recently held a free webinar on the property and casualty insurance markets in south east Asia.
Free webinar: The property & casualty market in South East Asia
Post and Insurance Insight in conjunction with the Chartered Insurance Institute will present a free webinar on the property and casualty insurance markets in South East Asia today at 16:00 Hong Kong time and 8:00 GMT.
Post blog: musings on management movement at QBE/Brit
Three years ago in conversation with a senior figure at QBE they commented enviously about Brit’s cricket sponsorship, and how it had helped raise the profile of its Lloyd’s rival in tandem with England’s own recent success.
Insurers and brokers challenged to join Prince's Trust charity bike ride
The Prince's Trust is calling on insurance companies to help tackle youth unemployment by taking part in the charity's fundraising bike ride, Palace to Palace.
RK Harrison more than doubles profit in 2011 to £7.7m
RK Harrison Holdings has more than doubled its group profit for the financial year to 30 June 2011 to £7.7m (2010: £3.5m) on turnover of £76.6m (2010: £67.2m).
Iprism records first profit and unveils new Click2Compare brand
Underwriting agency Iprism has moved into profit for the financial year ended 31 December 2011, according to filings at Companies House.
Martin Oliver returns to personal lines with new role at Allen & Allen Group
Outgoing Barbon Group CEO Martin Oliver is to return to the personal lines market as UK CEO of the Allen & Allen Group.
Five shortlisted for Claims Awards Rising Star gong
Post can today exclusively reveal the shortlist for the Claims Awards Rising Star category.
The British Insurance Awards: Is this your year to shine?
Are you consistently committed to meeting customer needs and delivering a high quality service across all your lines of business?
Riot report praises insurers for settling 90% of domestic claims, but slams police
The insurance industry's role in the 2011 riots has been largely praised by the Riots Victims and Communities Panel in its report After the Riots published today.
Ageas board member and Outright founder Bright latest to join Quindell
Consultancy, software and outsourcing firm Quindell Portfolio has appointed Ageas UK board member Robert Bright to its strategy and integration advisory board.
Cunningham Lindsey staff told investors seeking buyer for loss adjuster
Global claims management group Cunningham Lindsey has told staff that its investors are looking to find a new owner for the business, Postonline understands.
Insurers still wary despite Solvency II deal ahead of vote next week
The European Parliament's two biggest parties have tentatively agreed to include measures related to Solvency II legislation that could save the industry billions and avoid a long delay to the rules' implementation, according to reports.
Singapore motor sector returns to profit for first time since 2005
The Singapore domestic general insurance industry registered strong growth amid global economic uncertainty and huge catastrophic losses experienced in other markets, according to the latest figures from the General Insurance Association in the country.
Hannover Re latest group to reveal nat cat hit with 2011 results
Hannover Re this morning reported that its gross written premium in total business increased by 5.8% to Eur 12.1bn (2010: Eur 11.4bn).
China opens up investment opportunities for Taiwanese insurers
A number of Taiwanese insurers have received approval from Chinese authorities to invest in the mainland's stock market.
Lloyd's quartet back Asian terrorism insurance consortium
Xin Consortium, a new insurance vehicle specialising in a Asian terrorism insurance, has been launched in Singapore.
L&G records general insurance COR of 88% as new business jumps 38%
Legal & General reported this morning that its general insurance business recorded £304m of gross written premium in 2011.
Don't miss Budget Day Live - analysis today at 3pm
Incisive Media's impressive range of brands serving the financial services sector are collaborating today to bring financial services professionals the very best analysis of George Osborne's Budget Statement.
Former Axa PL boss Keating returns at non-standard MGA Midas
The former managing director of Axa Personal Lines intermediary Mike Keating has returned to the market at a specialist non-standard property underwriting agency, Postonline has learnt.
Munich Re CEO von Bomhard forecasts €2.5bn profit for 2012 after good start
Munich Re has made a good start to 2012 and is aiming for a profit of around €2.5bn, according to CEO Nikolaus von Bomhard.
LAS completes first acquisition since Gresham-backed MBO
LAS Claims Management has completed its first acquisition since its private equity-backed management buyout from Lanes Group Plc in 2010.