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Market moves: Broking steps up the recruitment push
This week the recruitment space belonged to the broking community, which saw major moves across the sector. In the past seven days, Willis, Lorica, Giles and Lockton all named new senior staff.
My best 11: Chris Hall, Questgates
Questgates managing director Chris Hall selects his Best XI for an insurance start-up. Recently deposed Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish adds a touch of class to a team, featuring a blend of insurers, brokers and claims professionals. The less said about…
Editor's comment: The best of British
The timing could hardly have been more apposite. As the Queen sat selecting outfits to commence four days of Jubilee celebrations, Hyperion was preparing to toast its very own regal rejoice: six months after news first leaked of its takeover talks with…
Telematics: Ready for the mainstream?
Telematics remains in its infancy, but many in the industry have high hopes for its growth. But is the technology ready to make the leap into the mainstream?
Interview: Airmic's Nicholas Bailey - Ready for the handover
After 15 years with Airmic, Nicholas Bailey is poised to become the new chairman, but how will he tackle buyers' concerns during his time in the hot seat?
CILA could play regulatory role if Insurance Mediation Directive is passed
The Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters could change its remit to become a regulator if leaked European regulation to oversee the industry is introduced, according to its president Simon Burley.
Hyperion sets sights on US consolidators after £95m buy
Hyperion chief executive David Howden has vowed to make a swift return to the acquisition trail following its £95m takeover of Lloyd's broker Windsor last Friday - the group's largest deal to date - thus creating a "credible alternative" to the new wave…
Broker Network and Aviva end deal
Aviva has decided to end an arrangement with Broker Network as its preferred partner following a breakdown in the relationship.
Willis Re appoints Angelini-Hurll to newly created role
Willis Re has appointed Kieran Angelini-Hurll as regional director of its Indian Sub-Continent, Middle East, North Africa and Turkey operations.
Post magazine - 7 June 2012
The latest issue of Post is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
James Hallam develops insurer ranking matrix
James Hallam brokers has developed a ranking matrix for all insurers it deals with.
Cooper Gay energy chairman retires
Tony Pickering, executive chairman of Cooper Gay's energy division, has retired.
MDS Holdings recruits international specialist to spearhead expansion plans
European and Latin American broker MDS Holdings plans to expand its global footprint beyond its current Portuguese, Angolan and Brazilian territories.
Legrand joins MDS as chief operating officer
MDS Holdings, the European and Latin American insurance broking group, is setting its sights on entering new international markets outside its current Portuguese, Angolan and Brazilian territories.
Cobra deadline extended to 15 June
The deadline for the Cobra deal has been extended for the third time.
Sri Lanka general insurance market grew 23.45% in 2011, says regulator
The gross written premium of Sri Lanka's insurance sector rose 18.5% year on year to Rs.66.2bn (£300m) in 2011, with the general and life insurance segments recording substantial growth, according to the Insurance Board of Sri Lanka.
Ex-RSA director Lawton to head up Towergate broking division
Towergate has confirmed the capture of former RSA mid-market director Mike Lawton as chief executive of the firm’s broking division.
Willis Re appoints regional director for APAC and ME
The reinsurance arm of broker Willis Group today appointed Kieran Angelini-Hurll as regional director of its Indian Sub-Continent, Middle East, North Africa and Turkey operations.
Towers Watson opens German branch
Towers Watson (Re)Insurance Brokers has continued its expansion in continental Europe with the creation of an operation in Germany.
Marsh recruits new CEO from sister company
The board of Marsh today announced the appointment of Mark Weil as CEO in succession to Martin South, who was appointed CEO of Marsh Europe in January.
Weil grabs Marsh CEO role
Mark Weil has been announced as Martin South's successor as chief executive of Marsh's UK and Ireland operations.
RK Harrison buys up Marsh businesses
RK Harrison has acquired four businesses from Marsh UK-owned Gibbs Hartley Cooper.
Revenue rises 50% for newly listed Allanfield
Real estate broker Allanfield has reported a 50.7% rise in revenue to £2.28m (2010: £1.51m) in its first set of results since listing on the Alternative Investment Market in August.
RFIB transfers Australian energy business to Tolehouse Risk Services
RFIB and Tolehouse Risk Services have announced the transfer of ownership of RFIB Energy Australia to Tolehouse effective 30 June 2012.