Commercial
VRS and Woodgate & Clark lead the way in Loss Adjusting Awards 2012 shortlist
The shortlist for the 2012 Loss Adjusting Awards is now live.
RBS' Van Saun joins Lloyd's Franchise Board
Lloyd's has appointed Bruce Van Saun to independent non-executive director on the Lloyd's Franchise Board.
ABI to contest legal decision to bring forward 10% damages rise
The Association of British Insurers has requested a review of the Court of Appeal's decision to bring forward a rise in damages by 10% from April next year.
AGCS boosts Africa footprint with new hire
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty is to establish a local presence in sub-Saharan Africa with the appointment of Delphine Maidou, pictured, as chief executive of its regional subsidiary AGCS of Africa.
Liberty Mutual names Manchester broker manager
Liberty Mutual’s commercial lines division has appointed Richard Chapman, pictured, to broker account manager for its Manchester operation.
Towergate confirms departure of Broker Network MD Houghton
Towergate has this morning confirmed Broker Network and Countrywide managing director Nick Houghton has resigned after revealing his intention to run an independent broking business.
Markel hires ex-RSA marine underwriter Cannock
Markel International has appointed Matthew Cannock, pictured, as marine underwriter for its Singapore office.
Questgates snaps up third Merlin adjuster ahead of Scottish market push
Questgates has underlined its Scottish presence by opening an office in Livingston and recruiting former Merlin adjuster Ashley Clancy to bolster its team north of the border.
DLG 'essentially' operating as a standalone business, claims Geddes
Direct Line Group chief executive Paul Geddes believes the business has "essentially achieved its goal" of operating as a standalone company, following the news it has set a return on tangible equity target of 15%.
Open GI appoints regional account manager for south east
Systems provider Open GI has appointed former accident management company boss Matthew Scott to the role of account manager for the south east region.
Garwyn: Portal extension could see drop-out rate soar to 80%
Garwyn's chief executive has estimated that up to 80% of claims could fall out of the RTA Portal if it is extended to employers' and public liability in its current form.
Houghton to leave Broker Network
Nick Houghton has resigned from the role of managing director at Broker Network, according to Insurance Age.
LV Broker bolsters SME product range
LV Broker is relaunching its commercial SME product range leading with an enhanced offering specifically for owners of commercial properties.
BMS reinforces global expansion with Sequel technology deal
Specialist broker BMS has moved to support its expanding international presence by appointing Sequel to run its insurance and reinsurance broking systems in the London market, the US and Bermuda.
Insured loss estimates hit $2bn as Hurricane Isaac hits Louisiana a second time
Catastrophe experts have suggested that insured losses from Hurricane Isaac could total $2bn after the tropical storm made a second landfall in the US state of Louisiana.
Charles Taylor revenue strong and steady at £53m despite 'subdued' claims environment
Insurance business Charles Taylor Company delivered a stable performance during the first half of the year, with a flat revenue of £53m (2011:£49.3m), thought to be due in part to a series of one-off charges and a "subdued" energy claims environment.
Hodges: £90m M&A pot half spent but always replenished
Towergate has no intention of easing off from merger and acquisition activity as it ploughs ahead with a plan to grow its top and bottom lines over the next two years.
UK General unveils six new commercial schemes
UK General has launched six new commercial schemes in eight weeks to continue its push for growth in the UK schemes market.
Sue Langley leaves Lloyd's
Lloyd's of London director of market development Sue Langley will step down in December after five years.
Arag recruits broker account handler
Arag has appointed Chris French as broker account handler.
Fire and escape of water are most common commercial property claims
Water escaping from burst pipes or leaking taps is the most common commercial property claim, according to research by damage restoration business ServiceMaster Clean.
Knock-on effect of referral fee ban not an issue for Admiral CEO
Admiral chief executive Henry Engelhardt has brushed aside fears that future legislative changes relating to the ban on referral fees could take its toll on his firm's UK balance sheet.
Post Claims Club chair's monthly missive: Talk Sport PI ads and treehouses
Last week I enjoyed a pleasant staycation in East Sussex, sleeping in an eco-treehouse on a farm near Mayfield, visiting sights and restaurants recommended by local industry types.
Crawford boosts call centre services in Asia
Crawford & Company has entered into a joint venture with Call Centre Services to provide 24-hour access to an expanded call centre in a bid to respond to client needs in Asia-Pacific.