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View from the Top: MGAs enter the mainstream
Brokers and insurers will need to be transparent to thrive, says Stuart Reid, chief executive, Bluefin.
Market Moves: Brokers continue to up their numbers while Groupama’s Matras heads for exit
The broking sector again led the way in recruitment this week with notable hires at Hyperion, Miller and Hastings. Meanwhile, Giles continued to demonstrate its appetite for new staff by swooping for northern rival Reich’s operations manager Andrew Perry…
Scottish Independence: Scot free?
With a referendum on Scottish independence due next year, will an independent Scotland cause problems for the insurance sector, or is it business as usual?
Energy firms face increasing cyber threat exposure: Marsh
Oil and gas firms should brace for a wave of cyber threats according to Marsh, citing convering technological, terrorism and political risks.
UIB hires associate director for its marine arm
United Insurance Brokers has appointed Spencer Crane as associate director to its Marine Division.
Besso poaches aviation head from Gibbs Hartley Cooper
Independent Lloyd’s broker Besso Insurance Group has appointed Richard West as its head of aviation.
Marsh strengthens UK networks operations
Marsh has announced three appointments in the insurance placement team of its UK networks, which focuses on developing products and services for members of its networks.
CCW launches dedicated HK website
Hong Kong-based broker Cooper, Claridge-Ware, has launched of a dedicated Hong Kong insurance website in order to better serve the insurance needs of the HKSAR Market.
Besso recruits aviation boss from Gibbs Hartley Cooper
Independent broker Besso has swooped for a new head of aviation from Gibbs Hartley Cooper.
Citroen becomes first car manufacturer to fit 'black box' technology as standard
Citroen has become the first car manufacturer to fit telematics technology as standard in a bid to make new car ownership “more affordable” for young drivers.
Covéa looks to extend commercial lines growth following schemes hire
Covéa Insurance has appointed former Hiscox regional manager Bill Guiney as schemes account manager.
Hiscox launches private client offering
Hiscox has launched a new private client agency, which will operate as a wholly-owned tied agency offering the insurer’s products.
More than 'token gesture' required for mis-selling insurers, claims Biba
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has responded to the latest Financial Services Authority’s funding consultation by calling for insurers to be re-introduced to cross subsidies in more than a token way in the Financial Services Compensation…
Marsh restructures to better serve large corporates
Marsh said today that plans to merge several business units “to further focus on meeting the evolving needs of its largest clients worldwide”.
Claims Awards 2013: Do not miss out, start your entry today
There is just under two weeks to go until the deadline for the 2013 Claims Awards (Friday 1 March), so do not waste any time if you want to be considered for these prestigious accolades.
Crash for cash killers to serve 32-year jail-term as "stark warning"
The legal team appointed by the insurer of a female motorist who became the UK’s first crash for cash fatality is hopeful that the lengthy custodial sentence handed down to those responsible will serve as a “stark warning”.
Willis COO Ghezzi departs in cuts programme
Willis chief operating officer Gioia Ghezzi is to leave the firm as part of plans to cut 200 jobs across the business.
'Fully-valued' RSA on course for 95% COR
A poor claims experience on RSA's Motability book will see the insurer pushing for "significant rate increases" as it renegotiates the three-year contract this year.
Bruce returns to market with RSA role
Cathie Bruce has joined RSA as distribution manager, four months after leaving UK General where she was managing director of commercial insurance for just under a year.
UK General backs Chinese restaurant insurance scheme
UK General has set up a scheme with Sunderland-based broker Newton Lee to provide insurance cover to the Chinese restaurant and takeaway sector.
Bluefin signs software deal with CDL for Leeds hub
Bluefin appointed insurance software provider CDL for its personal lines platform in Leeds.
Willis deputy chairman to step down
Willis Group’s deputy chairman Martin Sullivan will leave the firm in May 2013 to pursue other interests.
Willis deputy chairman Sullivan exits
Willis Group’s deputy chairman and global solutions chief executive Martin Sullivan is to depart the broker in May.
Blog: Has Biba found its valentine in Steve White?
It is now four months since Eric Galbraith announced his intention to leave the British Insurance Brokers’ Association, leading to fevered speculation about his successor.