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Aon Benfield begins roll out of new online portal with US launch
Aon Benfield has launched ABConnect, a new online portal that offers clients any-time access to their account data with the aim of improving transparency.
Endsleigh launches “unique” student policy
Student insurer Endsleigh has launched an insurance policy specifically tailored for groups of students living together.
Groupama unveils senior claims team
Groupama Insurances has confirmed the line up for its new claims management team, reporting to claims director Phil Bird.
Towergate launches new website
Towergate Underwriting has launched a new website which it says will be easier for brokers to use.
Towergate Underwriting achieves chartered status
Towergate Underwriting Group has become one of the first underwriting companies to achieve the Chartered Insurance Institute’s award of chartered insurer.
Westinsure shareholders back Ink takeover
Ink Underwriting Agencies has acquired Westinsure Group following 100% shareholders approval for an undisclosed sum.
Travelers to take on Quinn PII
Travelers has struck an exclusive agreement with Quinn’s former broker, Prime Professions, to offer cover to sole practitioners who are no longer covered after Quinn’s departure from the market, the Law Society Gazette reports.
Former Marsh VP joins claims firm as complex loss boss
Munters MCS has named Simon Hurst as the UK’s major & complex loss director.
One Answer names operations boss
One Answer Insurance has appointed Jamie Turner as operations manager after splitting its personal lines and commercial business.
Former Marsh VP joins claims firm as complex loss boss
Munters MCS has named Simon Hurst as the UK’s major & complex loss director.
Motor insurers urged to come clean on debit fees
Motor insurance providers have been urged to clarify the direct debit fees they charge customer by Defaqto.
Pro Broking goes green with digital issue on environment
Post sister publication Professional Broking has launched its first digital- only issue using the latest page turning technology to offer an in-depth guide on how best to adapt to the green economy.
Willis ends pay freeze
Willis is set to reintroduce annual salary reviews following a two-year pay freeze that was implemented at the height of the credit crunch to cut back on costs.
Open GI launches new broker software`
Open GI has unveiled new software to help brokers meet Financial Services Authority demands for tighter screening practices.
Willis ends pay freeze
Willis is set to reintroduce annual salary reviews following a two-year pay freeze that was implemented at the height of the credit crunch to cut back on costs.
Post Magazine - 19 August 2010
The latest issue of Post magazine is now available to subscribers as a digital interactive e-book.
Post in print - 19 August 2010
Post senior reporter Dan Dunkley outlines the main news from this week's issue of Post.
Aon Benfield launches ILS benchmarking tool
Aon Benfield Securities has launched an insurance-linked securities (ILS) benchmarking tool, the Aon Benfield ILS Indices, which provides a quantitative view of ILS returns since December 2000.
Brit appoints Ray Cox as UK CEO
Brit Insurance has confirmed Ray Cox will succeed Peter Burrows as the chief executive officer of its UK Strategic Business Unit.
Aon Benfield launches ILS benchmarking tool
Aon Benfield Securities has launched an insurance-linked securities (ILS) benchmarking tool, the Aon Benfield ILS Indices, which provides a quantitative view of ILS returns since December 2000.
Penny Black's insurance week
One of Penny's colleagues met up with new Garwyn CEO Stewart McCulloch this week, and by all accounts he seems to be warming quite nicely to his new role in the claims space.
Postscript: Five years ago: Drug cover costs still on the rise
Looking through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from five years ago reveals.
Postscript - 10 years ago: Football coverage in decline
Looking through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 10 years ago reveals.
Career development: Barbon staff go for green light
Mairi MacDonald looks at how the implementation of a 'traffic light' target system alongside new employee benefits has seen staff retention soar at Barbon.