Commercial
PIB buys credit insurance specialist CMR Insurance Services
PIB has bought credit insurance specialist CMR Insurance Services and health and safety consultancy firm Sue Smith.
Aston Lark buys again in Ireland
Aston Lark has bought Wright Insurance Brokers in Ireland, its second deal in the country having snapped up Dublin-based Robertson Low this January.
Airmic moots possibility of 'Flood Re Plus' to cover commercial properties
The onset of climate change and the increased risk of flooding that comes with it could necessitate a ‘Flood Re Plus’ covering commercial properties, the Association of Insurance and Risk Managers in Industry and Commerce told Post.
Arch appoints Stuart Danskin as UK regional underwriting director
Arch Insurance has made Stuart Danskin director of underwriting for its UK regional division, which was formed at the start of this year.
Chubb promotes Louise Joyce to head of industry practices
Chubb has promoted Louise Joyce to head of industry practices for the UK & Ireland, succeeding Karen Strong who has left the business.
Amanda Blanc lands second NED role
Amanda Blanc will join specialist motor insurer ERS as a non-executive director on 2 January 2020.
Spotlight: Autonomous Vehicles: The insurance implications of a driverless marine cargo market
Similarly to developments in the auto industry, unmanned seafaring vessels could become prevalent in the future. But today the trend is towards partial autonomy. Valerie Hart looks at the prospects of improving vessel performance and safety, hurdles, and…
Spotlight: Autonomous Vehicles: Is automation the answer to insurers’ nightmares or a dream come true for thieves?
At every trucking fair and trade publication and in each promotional video the industry is demonstrating the advances in autonomous commercial vehicles
Lloyd's consortium targets space startups with all-in-one satellite cover
A consortium of 18 Lloyd’s syndicates has announced a $25m-capacity-per-risk space insurance product that seeks to capitalise on a predicted tripling of the size of global space market by 2040.
Scor launches €300m contingent capital facility
Scor launched a three year contingent capital facility in form of a contingent equity line, providing the group with €300m (£254.6m) coverage in case of extreme natural catastrophe or life events impacting mortality.
Interview: William Stovin, Markel International
As Markel International gears up for more growth across its national markets business and looks to build on its presence in Europe, Jen Frost spoke to Markel International president William Stovin about the history of the business and why Brexit has…
Amanda Blanc to join Aviva board
Former Zurich and Axa boss Amanda Blanc is to join Aviva as a non-executive director on 2 January, the insurer has confirmed.
Axa achieves disability confident leader status
The Department for Work and Pensions has awarded Axa UK disability confident leader status.
Blog: What do Norwich Union and John McClane have in common? They Die Hard
The general public might still be split on whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie or not. Jonathan Swift wonders if the resurrection of Norwich Union will prove just as divisive.
Aviva’s revival of Norwich Union a one-off
Aviva’s decision to bring the Norwich Union brand back into the public sphere is a one-off with no plans to use it on more “propositions or policies”, the insurer has confirmed.
Editor's comment: Driving the message home
At 11-years-old my son is getting to the stage where I’m an embarrassment to him. A kiss goodbye at the playground is not cool, in fact he’d prefer to be dropped off out of sight of the school, if possible, and he can’t wait until he is allowed to walk…
Roundtable: Getting over the back office blockade
Digitalisation remains the juggernaut that insurers cannot sidestep if they are to remain relevant. However, they risk falling behind more agile rivals if they fail to modernise their back offices: the beating heart of the business which might be in need…
Cobra’s Alto posts pre-sale loss as costs bite
Alto Insurance, the holding company for Cobra, has reported a pre-tax loss of £2.1m for the final year ahead of its sale to PIB.
A-Plan breaks £100m revenue barrier and set to open 100th office
A-Plan will be opening its 100th office within the next two months, CEO Carl Shuker told Post.
This week in Post: hanging by a thread
This week, Transport for London has revoked Uber’s licence to operate in London, causing fear among the capital residents who often rely on the app-based service to get them home safely after a night on the town.
Markerstudy restructures loan with QIC
Markerstudy has restructured its £240m plus loan with Qatar Insurance Company in a move the company said was a long-term solution “providing security to customers and suppliers”.
The Insurance Disability, Ability & Wellbeing Network sets out scope ahead of launch
The Insurance Disability, Ability & Wellbeing Network will be officially launched next week to mark International Day of People With Disabilities.
Driving Out Distraction Pledge – Why is IAM Road Smart supporting this campaign?
Neil Greig, director of policy and research at IAM Road Smart, explains why multi-tasking at the wheel is a myth and urges employers to keep their staff safe on the road.
Creditors approve liquidation process for ex-Iprism holding company
The creditors of Spectrum Bidco, a former holding company of Iprism Underwriting Agency, have approved its administrator’s proposals which will lead to the liquidation of the company.