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Aon UK reports an 8% decrease in commission and fees
Aon has reported an 8% decline in commission and fees for its UK arm in the second quarter of 2010 to $167m (£106.9m) (Q2 2009: $181m).
JLT CEO: 'we will be doing the acquiring'
Jardine Lloyd Thompson has pledged to invest in its Asian operations after posting strong international growth in its half-year financials.
Editor's comment: Can NIG win back trust?
The news of NIG's proposed withdrawal from the personal lines market has caused considerable discussion this week both on the Post website and in the magazine.
Towergate: bond issue is still on 'to do' list
Towergate is keeping the brakes on its £665m bond issue in response to little improvement in the financial markets.
PL brokers defiant over demise of NIG motor
Brokers have responded defiantly to any demise of NIG's personal lines motor book, insisting there is sufficient appetite to fill the void left by the insurer.
Axa UK CEO Moreau to leave for top job in France
Axa has confirmed long standing speculation that its UK CEO Nicolas Moreau is to leave his role and become CEO of Axa France.
Marsh Q2 2010 results show double digit growth in Asia
Marsh & McLennan has today reported that its risk and insurance services arm, Marsh, recorded revenue of $1.5 bn (£942m) in the second quarter of 2010, an increase of nine percent from the same period in 2009, or one percent on an underlying basis.
Marsh Q2 2010 results show double digit growth in Asia
Marsh & McLennan has today reported that its risk and insurance services arm, Marsh, recorded revenue of $1.5 bn (£942m) in the second quarter of 2010, an increase of nine percent from the same period in 2009, or one percent on an underlying basis.
Defaqto: significant variation in legal cover for uninsured loss recovery
Findings from a Defaqto study have revealed “significant variations” in comprehensive motor insurance policies, for those looking to reclaim costs for uninsured losses.
MSL unveils new legal expenses policy
The firm has launched a new legal expenses policy for businesses, which provides up to £50,000 financial protection for legal costs per claim.
An in-depth review of the general insurance market in Italy
Despite the introduction of the ‘Bersani law’ looking to liberalise the Italian general insurance sector and increase competitiveness, brokers still have a long way to go to impact on the agent dominated market. But with untapped potential in the market…
QBE backs Towergate property book
QBE is to insure an arrangement for Towergate's commercial property owners business.
Power Place launches extranet
Power Place is rolling out an extranet to give all brokers around the country access to its online commercial insurance marketplace.
An in-depth review of the general insurance market in Italy
Despite the introduction of the ‘Bersani law’ looking to liberalise the Italian general insurance sector and increase competitiveness, brokers still have a long way to go to impact on the agent dominated market. But with untapped potential in the market…
Fresh selects Open GI for certificate support
Midlands-based broker Fresh Insurance has chosen Open GI as its technology provider for the distribution of electronic motor insurance certificates.
Former Axa boss Les Owen joins Jelf
Jelf Group has appointed Les Owen as its new non-executive chairman following the retirement of David Walker.
Brett & Randall names new MD
Leicester-based insurance broker Brett & Randall has appointed Andy Underwood as managing director.
Cooper Gay targets binder growth
Cooper Gay has laid out plans to double the number of binding authorities it handles worldwide within three years.
MMA changes commission strategy
Broker-only insurer MMA has launched variable commission rates for brokers transacting new business for its master tradesman product.
Sterling promotes broker development manager
Sterling Insurance Company has promoted senior development manager James Guthrie, to associate director responsible for broker development.
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).
Markerstudy fraud investigator joins IFIG board
Markerstudy’s Andrew Davies has been named as a board member of the Insurance Fraud Investigators Group (IFIG).
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).