Jonathan Swift
Content director, insurance
Jonathan has written and commented about the insurance industry since 1998 as a reporter, news editor, editor and content director at Incisive Media.
He has appeared on television speaking about topics as diverse as the insurance implications of Michael Jackson's death to the consequences of consolidation on motor premiums; and is a past winner of the British Insurance Brokers' Association journalist of the year and Association of British Insurers general insurance trade journalist prizes.
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Admiral launches French direct insurer L'Olivier
Admiral today announced that its direct insurance operation in France, L'Olivier (Olive Tree), launched today from its offices in Paris.
Fitch has negative outlook for Russian insurer
Fitch has affirmed OJSC Rossiya Insurance Company's Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) rating at 'B-' and national IFS ratings at 'BB-(rus)' and removed the ratings from rating watch negative. The outlook for both ratings is negative.
Fitch has negative outlook for Russian insurer
Fitch has affirmed OJSC Rossiya Insurance Company's Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) rating at 'B-' and national IFS ratings at 'BB-(rus)' and removed the ratings from rating watch negative. The outlook for both ratings is negative.
Ceiops warns of challenging times for underwriters if low yields continue
The Ceiops second bi-annual 2010 financial stability report has found that most insurers have solvency margins that allow for additional shock absorption capacity.
Ceiops warns of challenging times for underwriters if low yields continue
The Ceiops second bi-annual 2010 financial stability report has found that most insurers have solvency margins that allow for additional shock absorption capacity.
Santa's insurance bill reduced by £5m over two years claims broker Aon
Santa may be dusting off the sleigh, making sure the reindeer are in tip-top shape and asking his elves to put in overtime to finish off all the presents to make sure every child across the globe gets a present.
Aviva renews Italian bancassurance deal
Aviva and UBI Banca, the fifth largest banking group in Italy, have announced the renewal of a strategic partnership until the end of 2015.
Aviva renews Italian bancassurance deal
Aviva and UBI Banca, the fifth largest banking group in Italy, have announced the renewal of a strategic partnership until the end of 2015.
Tawa swoops for Oslo Re UK run-off business
Tawa has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire 100% of the issued shares of Oslo Reinsurance Company (UK) from Oslo Reinsurance Company AS for a consideration of £4m.
Tawa swoops for Oslo Re UK run-off business
Tawa has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire 100% of the issued shares of Oslo Reinsurance Company (UK) from Oslo Reinsurance Company AS for a consideration of £4m.
Giles CEO hails "industry leading margin" as earnings fall 13%
The Giles Group has reported that its turnover and EBITDA (excluding non recurring items) both decreased for the year ended 31 August 2010.
Conservative Party: no estimate exists for properties at risk of flooding
The Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Natural Environment and Fisheries), Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has admitted that no figure exists as to how many properties are at risk if the insurance industry withdraws from the statement of…
Zurich enters into general insurance distribution deal with Fortis
Zurich's Turkish subsidiary, Zurich Sigorta has signed an agreement with Fortis Bank AS for the exclusive distribution of general insurance products through Fortis in Turkey.
Zurich enters into general insurance distribution deal with Fortis
Zurich's Turkish subsidiary, Zurich Sigorta has signed an agreement with Fortis Bank AS for the exclusive distribution of general insurance products through Fortis in Turkey.
MMC boss Duperreault acclaimed as Insurance Hall of Fame winner
The International Insurance Society has announced Brian Duperreault, president and CEO, Marsh & McLennan, USA, as the 2011 Insurance Hall of Fame winner.
Catlin the latest insurer to up NZ quake loss estimate
Catlin has today announced an estimate of the financial impact of the 4 September 2010 New Zealand earthquake.
Guy Carpenter and Willis join forces with Aon for oil liability consortium
Guy Carpenter and Willis Re are working alongside Aon Benfield as placement advisors to a new sudden oil spill consortium, which aims to deliver larger liability limit coverage for deepwater drilling in US waters.
Guy Carpenter and Willis join forces with Aon for oil liability consortium
Guy Carpenter and Willis Re are working alongside Aon Benfield as placement advisors to a new sudden oil spill consortium, which aims to deliver larger liability limit coverage for deepwater drilling in US waters.
AA reports motor claims running 100% ahead of normal due to bad weather
AA Insurance has experienced one of its busiest days yesterday as snow and ice led to a 100% increase in car insurance claims, compared with a normal December Monday.
AM Best affirms and upgrades Ecclesiastical ratings
AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the issuer credit rating of "a" of Ecclesiastical Insurance Office (United Kingdom).
Earthquakes top reinsurance losses in 2010 according to Guy Carpenter
The earthquakes that devastated parts of Chile and New Zealand were the largest source of losses in 2010, costing the reinsurance industry $8bn (£5.07bn) and $4bn respectively, according to a new report by Guy Carpenter & Company.
Earthquakes top reinsurance losses in 2010 according to Guy Carpenter
The earthquakes that devastated parts of Chile and New Zealand were the largest source of losses in 2010, costing the reinsurance industry $8bn (£5.07bn) and $4bn respectively, according to a new report by Guy Carpenter & Company.
Swiss insurance giant unveils two new board members
Silvio Borner and Urs Widmer will be resigning from the board of directors of Helvetia Group at the next shareholders' meeting on 6 May 2011.
Generali confirms new Italian boss after shake-up
As part of the re-organisation of the Assicurazioni Generali Corporate Centre, the company board of directors has approved the appointment of Paolo Vagnone as country manager for Italy, with the rank of general manager.