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Expertise Live: Building a better future
Construction was the issue up for discussion at the fourth Expertise Live event of 2013, held in association with Zurich.
Cloud-based portal for schemes brokers launched
Wonder Holdings has announced the formation of a new subsidiary, The Broker Cloud, a portal dedicated to scheme brokers and niche traders in insurance.
View from the Top: Roll out the red carpet
The final quarter of the year is a time for reflection when we pause to look back on what the year brought our way, what we achieved and where we can improve. This is also the season of awards ceremonies to celebrate the achievements of the best across…
Good fourth quarter renewal prospects for airlines, says Willis
Abundant capacity, high levels of competition, limited loss activity and an aggressive broking community will benefit airline insurance buyers renewing in the final quarter of 2013, according to Willis Group.
Airline insurance buyers to benefit from high capacity and competition
Abundant capacity, high levels of competition, limited loss activity and an aggressive broking community will benefit airline insurance buyers renewing in the final quarter of 2013, according to Willis Group.
Willis sidecar backed by Agencyport software
Willis’ recently unveiled Global 360 capacity initiative is to use risk exposure software from Agencyport.
Jennifer Owens joins Towergate as general counsel
Towergate has appointed Jennifer Owens as its general counsel and company secretary.
Jon Walker to lead Bluefin’s personal lines business
Bluefin has appointed Capita’s Jon Walker as its managing director of personal lines.
Lockton appoints risk management expert in Hong Kong
Lockton has appointed Eric Tsui from HK Electric to lead its power, energy and construction group in Hong Kong.
Broker Network appoints new finance director
Broker Network has appointed Stacey Zaczkiewicz to the role of finance director, with immediate effect.
Open GI and Right Choice renew partnership
Technology provider Open GI has announced a renewed five-year partnership with Right Choice Insurance Brokers.
Post Magazine - 7 November 2013
The latest issue of Post Magazine is now available for Post subscribers. Download the latest Post iOS App Edition on the App Store or read the Post Digital Edition online.
Brokerslink appoints operations director
Brokerslink has appointed Carla Alves as director of operations. Alves was previously managing director of brokerage for MDS Insurance and Risk Consulting.
Solicitors inaction following ARP closure blamed for lack of PI cover
153 law firms have entered 60-day cessation period after failing to get insurance
Bluefin eyes agriculture opportunities with new appointment
Bluefin has appointed Mark Rogers to the newly-created role of farm director, effective immediately.
Cullum’s consolidation credentials face test as he joins Penta in backing GRP
Global Risk Partners warned it must adapt quickly amid market uncertainty.
JLT launches new reinsurance venture
JLT has launched a reinsurance arm under the name JLT Towers Re, following the acquisition of Towers Watson’s reinsurance broking business.
Brokers concerned by latest Aviva exits as Hudson and Robinson jump ship
Pair’s departure follows those of Clayden, Spencer and Deakin in recent months.
IFR promised in ‘weeks not months’ but delay continues to frustrate
Davies cites importance of a foolproof platform as reason for IFR not being ready.
Editor's comment: Harvest time in EC3?
The UK recently celebrated the Harvest Festival, a time when the growing season has finished and the mature crops have been gathered successfully, ready to feed hungry mouths over the cold winter months.
Lord Hunt appointed as Biba INED
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has appointed Lord Hunt of Wirral as its first independent non-executive director.
Your Say: Give brokers the backing they need
The news reported by Post that general insurance is now second only to payment protection insurance in the volume of complaints received and upheld by the Financial Conduct Authority is, on the face of it, a damning criticism of our industry.
C-Suite: After the storm
The response by insurers in the aftermath of St Jude showed the importance of the industry.
Ask the Expert: Professional fulfilment
What factors should be taken into account when exploring the levels of professional fulfilment in the workplace for insurance and finance professionals?