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Catlin appoints Schmidt as European reinsurance CEO
Catlin Group has confirmed Peter Schmidt has been appointed chief executive officer-European Reinsurance.
PWC raids FSA for Solvency II expert in recruitment drive
Pricewaterhouse Coopers has made a number of changes to its UK insurance group, including new hires, new partner promotions and internal moves.
Catlin appoints Schmidt as European reinsurance CEO
Catlin Group has confirmed Peter Schmidt has been appointed chief executive officer-European Reinsurance.
Insurance exports hit a new high according to The City UK report
Net UK insurance exports reached a record £8.3bn in 2009 according to a new report.
Lloyds Development Capital backs Chem-Dry MBO from Evander
The Evander Group has today announced the transfer and sale of Chem-Dry in the UK from Evander to Chem-Dry management, backed by Lloyds Development Capital.
Insurance exports hit a new high according to The City UK report
Net UK insurance exports reached a record £8.3bn in 2009 according to a new report.
Sterling promotes broker development manager
Sterling Insurance Company has promoted senior development manager James Guthrie, to associate director responsible for broker development.
Asda signs up Leeds law firm for liability work
The Leeds office of Forbes Solicitors has announced that Asda has become a new client of the firm.
Gallagher International announces latest acquisition, SBA
Gallagher International has acquired Australia-based natural resources risk management provider Specialised Broking Associates for an undisclosed sum.
Aon results highlight 8% fall in broker's UK revenue
Broking giant Aon today reported an 8% decline in commission and fees for its UK arm, in the second quarter of 2010 to $167m (Q2 2009: $181m).
Aon results highlight 8% fall in broker's UK revenue
Broking giant Aon today reported an 8% decline in commission and fees for its UK arm, in the second quarter of 2010 to $167m (Q2 2009: $181m).
CHO Helphire boss Richard Rose hails "significant" turnaround
Credit hire firm Helphire today said it expects its results for the year ended 30 June 2010 to show a strong recovery in performance as a result of the plan and to be in line with expectations.
Broker JLT boss Dominic Burke hails Australasia arm as revenue and profits rise
Jardine Lloyd Thompson this morning reported a 21% rise in revenue to £377.8 (H1 2009: £313.0) and an underlying trading profit of £70.7 (H1 2009 £57.8m) up 22%.
Broker JLT boss Dominic Burke hails Australasia arm as revenue and profits rise
Jardine Lloyd Thompson this morning reported a 21% rise in revenue to £377.8 (H1 2009: £313.0) and an underlying trading profit of £70.7 (H1 2009 £57.8m) up 22%.
Claims outsourcing firm sees losses narrow in first half of 2010
Resources in Insurance Group, a provider of claims management and consultancy solutions to the UK insurance profession, this morning said revenue increased by 35% to £925 146 (2009: £687 805) for the first six months of 2010.
Outgoing IAG UK boss Neil Utley backs £74m buyout
KBC Group and KBC Peel Hunt have reached agreement over a buy-out of KBC Peel Hunt for a total consideration of £74m.
Willis UK sees growth after several negative quarters
Willis Group has reported net income from continuing operations for the quarter ended June 30 was $89m, compared with $87m in the same period a year ago.
Anglo Irish to submit Quinn takeover plan by mid-August
Anglo Irish Bank is "within weeks" of presenting the Financial Regulator with a firm plan for its takeover of Quinn Insurance, the Irish Independent reports today.
Markel swoops for French broker
Markel International has agreed to acquire Le Centaure, a French equine insurance broker and cover holder based near Deauville, Normandy.
Aviva and Xchanging bosses outline Indian plans on Cameron trade relations trip
Aviva wants to boost its stake in its Indian joint venture to 49 percent as soon as regulations allow, according to a report on Reuters.
Ace CEO sees opportunities despite slow economic recovery
Ace today reported net income for the first six months of 2010 was $1.432bn (2009: $ 1.102bn) and increase of 30%.
Anglo Irish to submit Quinn takeover plan by mid-August
Anglo Irish Bank is "within weeks" of presenting the Financial Regulator with a firm plan for its takeover of Quinn Insurance, the Irish Independent reports today.
Brit cuts UK private motor book by 60% as it reports £72.8m profit
Brit Insurance this morning reported that profit before tax excluding the effect of foreign exchange on non-monetary items increased by 12.2% to £72.8m for the first six months of 2010 (30 June 2009: £64.9m). It recorded a profit before tax of £77.5m (30…
Markel swoops for French broker
Markel International has agreed to acquire Le Centaure, a French equine insurance broker and cover holder based near Deauville, Normandy.