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Weather related catastrophes hit Markel's COR
Markel International has reported gross written premiums of $227.7m for the quarter ended 30 June 2011, compared to $187.2m for the second quarter of 2010.
Riot victims urged to speak to brokers
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association is advising those people affected by the recent riots around the UK to speak to their insurance broker as soon as possible so they can assist with their loss.
Charles Taylor adjusting appoints Andrew Homewood
Charles Taylor adjusting is further increasing its property & casualty loss adjusting capability with the appointment of Andrew Homewood as director, non marine.
Crawford's Q2 boosted by bad weather
Loss adjuster Crawford & Company said second consolidated revenues before reimbursements hit $291.7m, up 22% on the same period last year ($238.2m).
Insurance standards improving report finds
For the first time since its inception in 2006, the annual Insurance Manager survey into insurance industry standards indicates things are getting a bit better.
Generali legal specialist joins insurance panel
Paul Reed QC, of Hardwicke Chambers, London has been appointed to the panel of the Centre for Justice.
RMS performs analysis for Swiss Re disease cover
Risk Management Solutions has conducted the expert risk analysis for two new series of notes issued under the Vita Capital IV Program.
Loss adjuster Axis expands in Mexico
Axis International is expanding its operation in Mexico, targeting domestic growth opportunities and the country's international reinsurance business.
Centre for Justice appoints insurance panel
Centre for Justice, an adjudication service for business, government and the public, has responded to requests from the insurance industry by unveiling a new panel of experts with insurance sector expertise.
Merlin appoints service centre technical manager
Merlin has appointed Patrick Toole as technical manager of its service centre division.
London riots could cost industry “several tens of millions of pounds”
Damage from the London riots will cost insurers “a lot of money”, Alister Jupp, major loss London director at Cunningham Lindsey has told Post.
Join Allianz, Groupama, BMS, Novae, SSP, CII and Lancashire in signing up for the Insurance Cup
With the football leagues in England and Scotland now underway, there has never been a better time to think about dusting off the boots and signing up for The Prince's Trust Insurance Cup.
Axis to expand in Mexico
Axis International is to expand its operation in Mexico, targeting domestic growth opportunities and the country's international reinsurance business.
Household water leaks cost £2bn
According to the Association of British Insurers, 9.7 billion litres of water leaked into UK homes over the course of a year – enough to fill 3,880 Olympic size swimming pools.
Keychoice Underwriting reveal new management roles
Keychoice Underwriting is targeting further growth over the coming months after making a string of appointments in a bid to bolster business development and underwriting experience.
Jack Straw confirmed for annual Post Claims Event on 12 October
Former Justice Secretary and outspoken critic of referral fees Jack Straw will address the annual Post Claims Event on 12 October, Postonline can reveal.
Insurance Insight August: Exclusive commercial property and captive domicile content now live
Insurance Insight August is now live with look at commercial property in the Benelux region; innovation in the captive domicile market; and an interview with Now Health International.
Insurance Insight Q&A: Martin Garcia, Now Health International
Martin Garcia has spent almost 20 years in the international private medical health market with over 10 years as managing director for Goodhealth Worldwide. As he returns to the market with his new venture as chief executive of Now Health International,…
BLM head of policy development leads new CJC working party
Head of policy development at Berrymans Lace Mawer LLP, Alistair Kinley will lead a new Civil Justice Council working party responsible for identifying practical solutions in three areas of costs policy which were first examined in the Lord Justice…
Commercial property Benelux: the bottom of the market?
The commercial property market in Benelux remains soft but as premium hit rock bottom Sam Barrett looks to see if changes are on the way.
Captive Domiciles: new entrants cause a stir
New captive domiciles are emerging with clear regulations which are attractive for captives. Jane Bernstein asks if there is room for everyone.
Argent Liability Adjusters move into bigger base in South West
Argent Liability Adjusters’ Bristol team are to move into new offices that are double the size of their current base.
Global storm activity increased in July
Aon Benfield's Impact Forecasting has revealed that July was characterised by an increase in global tropical cyclone activity as the calendar turns to the Atlantic Hurricane Season reaching its historical peak of activity.
Law reports: Costs confusion as both parties claim victory
This las report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.