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Climate change: Insuring the future
Climate change is a global issue of huge importance to the safety and security of future generations and the environment. How can insurers play their part? Sam Barrett explains.
Collinson sets sights on Aria acquisition
The Collinson Group is to acquire Aria Assistance in a deal that will add £50m gross written premium to its balance sheet.
Northdoor system credited following Torus' managing agency success
IT solutions provider Northdoor has delivered the roll-out of its ‘NdexInsure’ insurance solution for Torus.
Balva policyholders warned to seek alternative cover before renewals
JLT Specialty has warned law firms insured by Balva to take swift action or risk being left in the lurch at renewals.
JLT: Balva-insured solicitors must act now
JLT Specialty has urged solicitors that are insured by Latvian insurer Balva to take action now, warning firms that wait until October to switch insurer are likely to face higher insurance premiums.
Post magazine – 25 April 2013
The latest edition of Post magazine is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Ageas strikes deal with Giles-owned Compass
A new three-year partnership between Giles’ network division Compass Broker Services and Ageas UK Insurance is expected to generate £20m gross written premium, according to the firms.
2013 British Insurance Awards shortlist announced
Today Incisive Media insurance division editor-in-chief Jonathan Swift is proud to unveil the nominees for the 2013 British Insurance Awards.
Brokers urged to be mindful of new legal act
Insurers need to keep clearer records to aid in potential claims disputes following the introduction of the Consumer Insurance Act, according to industry observers.
Quindell expands ranks with Crusader acquistion
Quindell Portfolio has acquired motor claims management specialist Crusader Assistance Group Holdings in a £9m deal, subject to regulatory approval.
Moody’s downgrades Towergate after patchy 2012 financial results
Towergate’s financial results for 2012 have revealed vastly divergent performances among its four main insurance divisions, ranging from a 24% year-on-year drop in earnings in its network arm to a 17% rise in underwriting earnings.
Barnett & Barnett rebrand delayed by Equity sale
A rebranding exercise at Barnett & Barnett and NBJ was delayed by the sale of Equity Insurance Group to US private equity house Aquiline, according to managing director Neil Campling.
Private equity houses tipped as frontrunners in Giles sale
Giles backer Charterhouse will find a welcoming audience in private equity markets as it seeks to sell its stake in the broker.
Video chat firm targets insurers with facial recognition software
The company behind a new online facial recognition technology has claimed insurers that sign up to use the software will make significant savings by reducing fraud and winning back market share from aggregators.
Brokerbility inks law firm partnerships
Broking group Brokerbility has complete partnership deals with law firms Berrymans Lace Mawer and DAC Beachcroft that will see members provided with services.
Former Catlin boss Freshwater to take on CFO role at Zurich
Zurich has appointed Neil Freshwater to the role of chief financial officer for its general insurance and shared services business in the UK.
Career development: Giving praise is the key to boosting performance in the workplace
With Solvency II, rising strength in the aggregator market and twin peak regulators, the insurance market is awash with change and uncertainty.
Market Moves: Ace, Bluefin, LV and Charles Taylor Insurance make new hires
It was honours even between the insurer and the broking sectors this week, with Ace once again leading the way for insurers with a couple of key hires.
Towergate’s B rating affirmed by Fitch
Fitch Rating has affirmed Towergate’s B rating and revised its outlook to stable from negative.
Top 5 European news stories
The top five European news stories from www.insuranceinsight.com over the past seven days.
Aggregators: We don't need the aggravation
As aggregators come under fire for a lack of standards and insurance qualifications, some are still cool on improving professionalism.
My Best XI: Steve White, British Insurance Brokers’ Association
Steve White, newly appointed chief executive of the British Insurance Brokers’ Association, selects his best XI for an insurance industry start-up. The diehard Arsenal fan’s team includes one of the club’s legends as well as a smattering of industry…
Towergate hit with Moody's downgrade
Moody's has cited "significant" levels of debt and limited earnings as the reasons behind its downgrade of Towergate, following publication of the consolidator's results.
NFU Mutual appoints ex-Axa boss as sales and agency director
Rural insurer NFU Mutual has named Nick Turner as the successor to the sales and agency director role vacated by Ian Leech.