Broker
The front line of the market
At the forefront of international insurance, EC3 brokers are exposed to the buffetting that goes on here, James Simpson reports on the sector over the past 12 months.
Stark choices ahead
Many brokers who set up in the 1970s are heading towards retirement age, but as Rachel Gordon reports, some have failed to plan for their succession.
Get the balance right
If the insurance industry is to add real value to a client's package, the broker and insurer must have a true understanding of their business. Thus, the need to build a relationship with the client is more important than ever, reports Terry Whittaker.
Preparation is only half the battle
A recent survey found 98% of brokers would like to see business continuity planning as part of an insurance risk assessment. Stephanie Denton reports on a recent event where the possibility of this becoming a reality was debated.
Interview - Coversure: Covering all bases for sure success
Having appointed two well-known market figures, Coversure's profile is on the up. Jonathan Swift met the senior team to get the lowdown on their plans for the franchise-based broker.
The Wright stuff
Leigh Jackson talks to new Fusion managing director Nick Wright about his plans to build on the foundations left by the company's founders, upping its broker numbers and the benefits of fresh capacity.
Pick of the week
Quinn in High Court, Heath wins major contract, Zurich-owned broker buys and Lloyd's broker in MBO
IPO and capital raising activity behind surge in specialist D&O cover
Marsh creates an insurance D&O facility to meet these challenges.
Swinton apologises to consumers after FSA action
Broker says sorry after £770 000 PPI fine described by FSA head Margaret Cole to be the result of "deliberate breaches".
Bruce to leave Heath Lambert
Managing director departs after 11 years
Chartis may be insurer for Puerto Rico disaster - sources
Chartis may be the insurer and Willis the broker for the Carribbean Petroleum Corporation plant in Puerto Rico, which recently exploded over the weekend.
Cooper Gay still looking to acquire
Seymour Matthews, chairman of reinsurance at broker Cooper Gay, has revealed in an exclusive interview with Reinsurance at Baden Baden that the broker looks as opportunities to acquire "every day of the week."
Aon Benfield: Climate looking 'rosy' for renewals
A senior executive at Aon Benfield has said that the climate looks ‘rosy’ for renewals at the Baden-Baden reinsurance conference.
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