Commercial
Markel International sees six point hit on underwriting due to major losses
Markel International has reported gross written premiums of $709.0m for the year ended December 31, 2010, compared to $641.20m for the same period of 2009.
QBE halts share trades as it is linked with $2bn US acquisition
QBE Insurance is in talks to buy US insurer Balboa from Bank of America , according to reports.
Interview - Kevin Pallett: Back in the MGA market
After two years out of the market, Kevin Pallett is back with a new managing general agency. Leigh Jackson asks him about his plans for Aspen Risk Management.
Editor's comment: Cullum's Advent calendar
The transfer deadline day, 31 January, saw a host of football clubs scrambling over themselves to secure deals to improve their stock ahead of the final push for safety, promotion, Europe or silverware.
Garwyn consolidates four offices into one
Liability adjuster Garwyn has housed all of its Midlands-based operations under one roof with a move to new premises in Birmingham.
Sainty upbeat over 'bigger role' at Barbon commercial arm
Former Lucas Fettes director Brett Sainty is to focus on building organic growth at Cadogan Keelan Westall after being appointed head of business for the Barbon Insurance Group-owned commercial property insurance business.
Defaqto adds pub and restaurant ratings
Insurance policies for pubs and restaurants are to be given star ratings by Defaqto after the firm expanded the number of commercial sectors that it grades.
Markel UK exits vacant property market
Markel UK is to close its vacant property account, after ceasing to take on new business or renewals, Post has learnt.
Post Magazine – 3 February 2011
The latest issue of Post magazine is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
UK brokers call for FSA talks – Insurance News Now – 2 February 2011
Post reporter Amy Ellis outlines this week’s major general insurance stories, including how some UK brokers are calling for a meeting with the FSA to discuss concerns over the increasing level of intervention in compliance issues by the regulator.
RFIB launches Russian broker
Lloyd’s of London broker RFIB has established a new retail broker in Russia.
RFIB launches Russian broker
Lloyd’s of London broker RFIB has established a new retail broker in Russia.
Cooper Gay launches European risk management unit
Cooper Gay has today launched a European Markets operation - an integrated trading unit that aims to provide clients with a consistent and timely service for their risk protection needs.
Cooper Gay launches European risk management unit
Cooper Gay has today launched a European Markets operation - an integrated trading unit that aims to provide clients with a consistent and timely service for their risk protection needs.
Ex-Lloyd's CEO Prettejohn confirmed as Brit chair-in-waiting
Former Lloyd's CEO Nick Prettejohn has been confirmed as Achilles nominated candidate to takeover as chairman of Brit Insurance.
Ex-Lloyd's CEO Prettejohn confirmed as Brit chair-in-waiting
Former Lloyd's CEO Nick Prettejohn has been confirmed as Achilles nominated candidate to takeover as chairman of Brit Insurance.
Allianz Commercial gains presence in North-east with Newcastle office
Allianz Commercial has opened an office in Newcastle.
Ex-Oxygen M&A head joins Oval
Oxygen Insurance Brokers' former mergers and acquisitions practice leader Jim Rutherford has joined Oval.
Nexus forms Lloyd’s consortium
Nexus Underwriting Management has converted its subsidiary Argo Financial Products in to a Lloyd’s Consortium.
Towergate to benefit from "first mover advantage," claims Fitch
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the long-term issuer default rating of Towergate Finance at 'B'. The outlook is stable.
Post 2011 features and supplements programme
The general subject headings below relate to topics that will be covered in each issue of Post throughout 2011.
Arista opens Leeds office
Arista Insurance has opened the latest addition to its branch network with its seventh office in Leeds.
Aviva is "considering RSA bid"
Aviva is considering making a bid for RSA, according to press reports.
Aviva is "considering RSA bid"
Aviva is considering making a bid for RSA, according to press reports.