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HSBC to be operate as MBL as Marsh completes broker deal
Marsh today completed its previously agreed acquisition of HSBC Insurance Brokers, a wholly owned subsidiary of HSBC Bank, in the UK and other key markets in Asia and the Middle East.
E-Business 2010 - Conference News: Insurers cannot ignore opportunities afforded by technology
Organisations that are sitting on old legacy systems wrongly believe they can keep up with competitors without addressing technology issues, according to Andy Nightingale, head of strategy and proposition at SSP.
Towergate outlook changed from 'stable' to 'negative', says Moody’s
Moody's Investors Service today also affirmed the B2 Corporate Family Rating of the broker.
Biba “delighted” at e-certificates announcement
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association said it is delighted that following years of negotiation with the Department for Transport, that the legislative changes which enable the electronic delivery of motor insurance certificates to customers are…
Giles to make first Lloyd's acquisition
Giles Insurance Brokers is in negotiations with Cooper Gay to acquire its FSJ business unit, Post has learnt.
Post in print 1 April: Quinn sends ripples through the market
Post reporter Leigh Jackson outlines some of the major stories from this week's issue of Post Magazine.
Market awaits Law Society verdict on Quinn
Lockton has warned that thousands of UK law firms could be impacted if the Law Society de-lists Quinn Insurance as an approved insurer after the company fell into the hands of administrators on Tuesday.
US puts further pressure on the UN for Iran sanctions
US President Barack Obama said on Tuesday he wanted tougher U.N. sanctions in weeks against Iran over its nuclear program. This follows proposed US sanctions including (re)insurance
New regulations challenge UAE firms to improve risk management
Firms in the United Arab Emirates could fall foul of new corporate governance rules and corporate discipline regulations unless they adopt a more systemic approach to managing risk, according to Marsh.
Marsh promotes Ricardo Brockmann to CEO of Latin America and Caribbean
The current CEO of Marsh Mexico is to replace Thomaz Menezes who has decided to leave the company to pursue other opportunities.
Invicta completes second acquisition
Invicta Insurance Services has acquired Kent-based Lowe Insurance in its second acquisition in two weeks.
Market ripe for mergers & acquisitions
There are clear opportunities in the current market for deals involving the buying and selling of UK insurance broking businesses, particularly in the medium-size sector, according to accountant and consultant Moore Stephens.
Entertainment brokers seeks to double size after US tie-up
Stockport-based Doodson Broking Group has signalled its intent to double in size over the next five years after forming a partnership with US broker Crossfields Insurance.
Entertainment brokers seeks to double size after US tie-up
Stockport-based Doodson Broking Group has signalled its intent to double in size over the next five years after forming a partnership with US broker Crossfields Insurance.
Biba responds to Quinn order
The British Insurance Brokers' Association has issued a response to the Irish financial regulator's confirmation that it has directed Quinn Insurance to cease writing new business in the UK.
Quinn Group hits back at Irish regulator for over-reaction
Quinn Insurance group's parent company Quinn Group has criticised the regulator's request for an administrator to be appointed today.
Green Insurance offers pet cover
The Green Insurance Company is to expand into its personal lines portfolio with the introduction of a range of environmentally conscious pet insurance products.
Quinn Group hits back at Irish regulator for over-reaction
Quinn Insurance group's parent company Quinn Group has criticised the regulator's request for an administrator to be appointed today.
Quinn ordered to stop underwriting in the UK as parent put into administration
The High Court has this morning appointed provisional administrators to Quinn Insurance, owner of Quinn Direct and Quinn Healthcare, on an application by the Financial Regulator in Ireland.
Quinn ordered to stop underwriting in the UK as parent put into administration
The High Court has this morning appointed provisional administrators to Quinn Insurance, owner of Quinn Direct and Quinn Healthcare, on an application by the Financial Regulator in Ireland.
RFIB appoints new operations director
RFIB Group the international Lloyd’s insurance and reinsurance broker, has announced the appointment of Dominic Hagger as operations director.
Miller hails Katkhuda capture
Broker Miller has recruited Sebastian Katkhuda to work on global programme strategy, placement and servicing for major corporate clients within the UK and Europe.
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Miller has appointed Neil Higgins as a global facultative reinsurance specialist.
Jelf receives Beacon recognition
Insurance broker Jelf has become the latest Beacon South-west accredited company, being recognised as one of the region's top performing businesses.