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Staffordshire broker secures future with sale to Jelf
Jelf has acquired Newcastle-under-Lyme-based Howell Shone Insurance Brokers.
Bennetts strengthens commercial team with dual hire
Bike insurance specialist Bennetts has moved to bolster its commercial team with the double appointment of Ben Blake as senior commercial development manager and Michael Fasulo reporting into him as commercial development manager.
Action Claims unveils new brand
Action Claims is rebranding as Action 365 as of today in a move that it hopes will reflect the portfolio of products and services it provides to its broker and insurer clients.
Lonmar hires Balchin to grow international marine account
Independent Lloyd’s broker Lonmar Global Risks has appointed marine cargo specialist Ian Balchin to help develop its international cargo account.
Lonmar names marine division director
Lonmar Global Risks has appointed Ian Balchin division director of marine.
Stackhouse Poland completes LFC acquisition
Stackhouse Poland has increased its gross written premium "closer to the £100m barrier" with the acquisition of the business of LFC Insurance Brokers.
Autonet launches eco-friendly drive with paper switch
Autonet is to switch to a new office supplier in a bid to be more eco-friendly.
Purple Partnership appoints development manager
Purple Partnership, the Jelf-owned independent brokers’ network, has appointed Pauline Palmer as development management for the central region.
Claims Club monthly missive: 75% of claims managers admit recruitment 'difficulties'
“I believe the children are our future. Teach them well and let them lead the way”
Extreme weather conditions barely disrupt film insurance market
While floods, tropical storms and fires have generated extra claims for insurers worldwide, a Lloyd’s broker who specialises in film insurance says his firm has not perceived a rise in losses.
Spain's criminal code reforms could impact D&O, broker warns
Reform of Spanish regulations governing the criminal liability of companies could impact the directors and officer’s insurance market, according to Guy Carpenter.
Legal reform will spark M&A for brokers, law firms and CMCs
Imminent changes to the legal landscape will lead to an increase in mergers and acquisitions among brokers, law firms and claim management companies, according to Deloitte.
RFIB to replace departing FD Cotton next month
International Lloyd’s broker RFIB Holdings has appointed Nick Moss as finance director.
Ex-Jelf healthcare specialist joins Giles
Giles Healthcare has appointed a new senior healthcare consultant in Lisa Blackwell who joins from Jelf.
Ex-Ink boss Smith makes market return with new MGA
Former Ink Insurance managing director Mike Smith has made a market return with newly formed MGA Incorporated Insurance Group.
Arc Legal joins MGAA
Legal expenses insurance provider Arc Legal has become the latest member of the Managing General Agents' Association.
Hyperion IPO back on agenda following BP Marsh talks
Hyperion could be gearing up for a flotation before the end of the year, according to analysts.
Brokerbility boss challenges industry to set agenda for future generations
Brokerbility has launched a call to arms for the insurance industry having tired of witnessing a series of political and PR own goals.
Career development: Bluefin opens Bromley office
Bluefin has moved its private clients contact centre operation from West Wickham to new larger premises in Bromley to accommodate rapid expansion plans for 2013.
Career file: Michael Tripp: Tripp to step down as Ecclesiastical CEO
Ecclesiastical chief executive Michael Tripp has announced his intention to retire from his post during 2013.
Smaller brokers have nothing to fear from Financial Conduct Authority
An ageing workforce rather than more stringent regulation is likely to drive consolidation of smaller brokers in the year ahead, according to market experts.
Penny Black's Insurance week
This week, Penny has been curious to see how the industry might vote in an EU referendum proposed by Prime Minister David Cameron.
Interview: Theo Duchen and David McDonald: Human Kind
Acturis co-founders Theo Duchen and David McDonald have preferred to stay under the radar in the early days but, more than a decade on, the software experts explain they would not be where they are today without investing in people power and allowing…
View from the Top: Steer clear of the C-word
Client retention can be improved by avoiding complacency and treating renewals like new business.