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What you’ve been reading this week
A round up of the 10 most read stories on Post Online this week.
'The Go To Place' unveiled as theme for 2016 Biba conference
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has selected ‘The Go To Place’ as the theme of its 2016 conference and exhibition to be held at Manchester Central on 11 and 12 May next year.
Autonet increases profit by 13.1% in 2014
Autonet has reported operating profit of £9.5m for the year ending 31 December 2014, up from £8.4m over the course of 2013.
Bluefin commercial boss Thornton to reunite with Bruce at GRP
Bluefin commercial head Neil Thornton has been appointed as managing director of Global Risk Partners’ retail broking business.
Willis completes PMI Health Group deal
Willis Group has completed the acquisition of PMI Health Group, the UK-based healthcare adviser and broker.
Alan Corney handed Lockton MENA role
Lockton has named Alan Corney as regional retail CEO for the Middle East and North Africa.
Ferma 2015: Willis launches motor risk forecasting tool
Willis has launched a tool that allows risk managers to forecast third party motor risk across Europe.
C-Suite - Broker: Better together
Not everyone wants to live in London – there is talent all over the UK, and it’s time it was noticed, says Stuart Rootham, UK joint managing director, Howden.
Higos bolsters commercial offering with purchase of AJP Partnership
Higos Insurance Services has acquired independent commercial broker AJP Partnership.
Modus continues expansion with hire of Gallagher quartet
Recently established managing general agent Modus has continued its expansion with the hire of four former members of Pen Underwriting, part of Arhtur J Gallagher.
'Winning hearts and minds' Ross's first challenge as Towergate CEO
David Ross’s first port of call upon taking over as Towergate CEO next month will involve making sure long-term employees at the consolidator are kept onside, according to broking market commentators.
Dual appoints Allianz's Booth as non-executive chairman
Hyperion has appointed Clem Booth as non-executive chairman of its underwriting arm, Dual.
The County Group acquires Brady & Jones
The County Group has acquired Welsh broker Brady & Jones for an undisclosed amount.
Quiz of the week - 2 October 2015
It's quiz time. Test your knowledge of the week's insurance news.
Willis sells stake in Miller to US giant
BB&T IHC International is buying a 16.9% stake in Miller Insurance from Willis for an undisclosed sum.
Chilton focused on moving Gallagher away from ‘opportunistic' M&A
Arthur J Gallagher International CEO Grahame Chilton wants to change the broker's M&A tactics to become more strategic following its previous "opportunistic" approach.
Biba teams up with Syndicate DTW1991 for holiday travel scheme
The British Insurance Brokers' Association's holiday travel scheme has been transferred to Syndicate DTW1991 at Lloyd's.
OIM Underwriting enveloped into Pen brand
OIM Underwriting has rebranded to Pen Underwriting with the OIM teams known as Pen Delegated Soultions.
Lloyd's broker ATL eyes team and client captures following rebrand
The business formerly known as Atlantic (UK) Brokers is making a concerted push into the energy market after rebranding at ATL Marine & Energy.
Principal Insurance buys Kendal-based Marsh broker
Principal Insurance has acquired Marsh's Kendal-based motor broking business with all six staff transferring with the business.
Impact Forum: Insurers need to reclaim the aviation market
Insurers need to regain control of the aviation market before it is too late, according to Olivier Marre, senior vice-president of aviation at Allied World.
Broker Network MGA unveils eight core commercial products
Broker Network’s managing general agent Broker Network Underwriting has launched eight core commercial products underwritten by Ageas, Ace and QBE.
Brightside sees £43.7m loss for 2014
Broker Brightside Group has posted a £43.7m loss for the year ended 31 December 2014 compared to a profit of £7.7m in 2013, documents filed at Companies House have revealed.
Brain Training: 10 things you need to know about... the Insurance Act 2015
1. The single most significant change to UK commercial insurance law in a century, the Insurance Act 2015 comes into force on 12 August 2016