Commercial
Axa promises more hubs as Bristol and Newcastle open
Axa Commercial has opened new offices in Bristol and Newcastle and pledged to open more branches in the future.
Risk Stop promotes Fraser Wilsher
Independent risk control provider Risk Stop Group has appointed Fraser Wilsher as its product manager from 1st December 2011.
UK General ready for Acturis-backed commercial push
UK General will set out to win back substantial broker business following the launch of the firm’s commercial offering, supported by Acturis and a new e-trader platform.
Willis Networks awarded CII title
Willis Networks has been awarded the CII’s Chartered Insurance Brokers title.
Lloyd's insurer Brit appoints Evercore to sell £150m UK arm
Dutch insurance group Brit is looking to close the first round bidding process for its UK retail arm this week, Postonline has learnt.
Post magazine – 24 November 2011
The latest issue of Post magazine is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Underwriter moves back home for Arista role
Commercial lines underwriter Arista Insurance has appointed Gary Davies as development underwriter for the West of England.
Catlin and China Re deal predicted to be catalyst for Lloyd’s investment – Insurance News Now
Post senior reporter Amy Ellis outlines this week's major general insurance stories including how industry experts believe the landmark partnership between Catlin and China Re will be a catalyst for a boom in Lloyd’s investment from insurers in emerging…
Catlin marine and transport division takes underwriting team of the year 2011 title
Ace Europe and Catlin were both double winners at the 2011 Underwriting Service Awards last night at the Kia Oval.
Evolution promotes three
Commercial underwriting specialist Evolution Underwriting has promoted three of its senior staff.
Garwyn appoints ex-Marsh chief to CEO
Liability loss adjuster Garwyn, has appointed former Marsh boss Artur Niemczewski as CEO.
Lloyd's director encouraged by growth of Chinese broking sector
China offers commercial and reinsurance brokers a great opportunity for growth, although the role of local players may ultimately outstrip the international names.
Allianz promotes aviation manager to head of broker development
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty has promoted Zoe Layden to the role of senior broker development manager for the UK business.
Merlin confirms approaches after refinancing
Loss adjuster Merlin has admitted to receiving “approaches from interested third parties” about acquiring the firm — just 21 months after it was refinanced by banks.
Roundtable - Global programme: Building successful global programmes
Delivering tailored coverage around the world is a boon for multinational insurers. However, keeping up with regulatory demands, both internationally and locally, can be be a strain. Post gathered a group of experts to debate the most pressing issues.
Claims - Board representation: Staking a claim
Claims representation at insurer board level may remain a relative rarity — but is it a business critical necessity or a luxury?
Legal expenses: Survival of the fittest
Legal expenses insurers must adapt their models quickly to survive the government’s reforms — or risk extinction.
Post magazine – 17 November 2011
The latest issue of Post magazine is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Towergate reaches settlement with ex-employees
The two parties in the long running employment dispute between Towergate and two former members of staff now working for rival Hendersons is over.
Markerstudy recruits group underwriting director
Markerstudy Group has appointed Darren Doughty as head of taxi.
Stonepoint to reduce interests in Cunningham Lindsey and Lockton – Insurance News Now
Post reporter Callum Brodie outlines this week's major general insurance stories including how, according to market speculation, Cunningham Lindsey and Lockton International are both looking at options that may see private equity giant Stonepoint Capital…
Japanese quake and Thai floods create double BI blow
Insurers covering Japanese earthquake losses are facing unexpected increases in business interruption claims from manufacturers who moved production and sourcing of supplies to Thailand, according to law firm Reynolds Porter Chamberlain.
Torus adds senior members to European P&C team
Insurer Torus has made two senior appointments with the aim of strengthening its European property and casualty platform.
Direct Line claim response to riots was “exemplary”
Direct Line has reacted to Labour MP for Tottenham, David Lammy’s, criticism of the insurance industries response to the August riots.