Articles by Jonathan Swift
Fitch more positive on German public sector insurers
German public sector insurers have seen a significant improvement in their financial position after having been adversely affected by the global financial crisis in 2008.
Brit shareholders would back improved Apollo bid, claims report
Brit Insurance shareholders would reportedly back an improved bid by Apollo, the US private equity house, if one is forthcoming.
Brokers concerned over Quinn duty of care legal action
Insurance brokers are worried they may not be able to rely on disclaimers given to clients who placed business with Quinn Insurance, according to reports.
Brit shareholders would back improved Apollo bid, claims report
Brit Insurance shareholders would reportedly back an improved bid by Apollo, the US private equity house, if one is forthcoming.
Brokers concerned over Quinn duty of care legal action
Insurance brokers are worried they may not be able to rely on disclaimers given to clients who placed business with Quinn Insurance, according to reports.
Blackham launches Endorphin to invest in brokers and MGAs
Former broking partners Chris Blackham and Geoff Bradford have announced their return to the insurance market through the formation of the Endorphin Group.
Claims firm expands into glazing
Imperial Consultants has expanded its service offering to include glazing validation.
Former Lloyd's director Tolle joins Beazley
Rolf Tolle is to join the board of Beazley Furlonge, the Lloyd’s managing agency that forms part of Beazley, the company announced today. The appointment is subject to regulatory approval.
Canopius promotes four in Lloyd's
Canopius Group has announced a number of promotions following a review of its senior management organisation at its Lloyd's platform, Canopius Managing Agents.
Former Lloyd's director Tolle joins Beazley
Rolf Tolle is to join the board of Beazley Furlonge, the Lloyd’s managing agency that forms part of Beazley, the company announced today. The appointment is subject to regulatory approval.
Marsh: more companies adopting sustainability strategies
As demand grows from consumers, investors and governments for businesses to become more sustainable, companies are beginning to change their strategy and planning.
Fusion founders Pallett and Crisp back with Aspen MGA
Aspen Insurance UK has announced today that it has appointed Kevin Pallett and Geoff Crisp to launch a range of new insurance and risk management products for selected brokers and their clients in the UK market.
"Softer" skills key for risk managers finds Ace survey
Risk managers who can demonstrate a mastery of the so-called ‘softer’ skills are increasingly one step ahead of their peers when it comes to unlocking the door to the most senior risk management roles.
Broker Jelf records £616 000 interim loss
For the six months ended 31 March 2010, insurance broking group Jelf this morning reported a loss of £616 000, an improvement on the same period in 2009 when this was £994 000.
Marsh: more companies adopting sustainability strategies
As demand grows from consumers, investors and governments for businesses to become more sustainable, companies are beginning to change their strategy and planning.
"Softer" skills key for risk managers finds Ace survey
Risk managers who can demonstrate a mastery of the so-called ‘softer’ skills are increasingly one step ahead of their peers when it comes to unlocking the door to the most senior risk management roles.
Axa confirms Hutchins is new property head
Axa Insurance has today confirmed Tony Hutchins has joined as its new head of property insurance.
CII in academies tie up
The Chartered Insurance Institute has announced its support of Career Academies UK - a national charity that works to raise the aspirations of 16 to 19-year olds, studying a Level 3 qualification.
EMB: Company market lags behind Lloyd's on commercial performance
Commercial property insurance rates are unlikely to rise significantly any time soon despite attempts by some companies to talk up the market, according to an assessment by actuarial consultancy EMB.
PMI providers weigh into IPT debate
Any rise in insurance premium tax will severely hit an NHS already under pressure, according to the Association of Medical Insurance Intermediaries.
Aon lists five earthquke hotspots
Aon Benfield has identified the Caribbean, Cascadia in North America, Chile, Indonesia and Japan as areas where mega-earthquakes of moment magnitude (Mw) 8+ are most likely to occur in the future.
Guy Carpenter launches French flood map
Guy Carpenter has completed the development of a state-of-the-art probabilistic flood model for mainland France.
EMB: Company market lags behind Lloyd's on commercial performance
Commercial property insurance rates are unlikely to rise significantly any time soon despite attempts by some companies to talk up the market, according to an assessment by actuarial consultancy EMB.
Guy Carpenter launches French flood map
Guy Carpenter has completed the development of a state-of-the-art probabilistic flood model for mainland France.