Commercial
Cobra slides back into profit
Cobra has returned to a pre-tax profit in the 12 months to 31 March 2010.
Quake impact on ratings "limited"
The damage costs resulting from the earthquake which struck the New Zealand city of Christchurch on 4 September will have "limited negative implications" for insurers and banks in New Zealand.
CL revamps property division
Cunningham Lindsey has restructured its property services division with the creation of a regional structure and the appointment of a new national property operations manager.
Axa names mid-corporate head
Axa Insurance has appointed Martin Eyres as head of mid corporate risks.
Ward confident on ATE despite Jackson
The after-the-event insurance market is "here to stay", despite proposals laid out by Lord Justice Jackson, according to Abbey Protection.
View from the top: Commercial reality check
The most recent round of financial results from across the market has provided further proof, if more were needed, that commercial insurance is being sold too cheaply. Indeed, this has been the case for far too long. Action to address this is a matter of…
Post Magazine – 09 September 2010
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Post in print - 9 September 2010
Post reporter Amy Ellis outlines the main news from this week's issue of Post.
Clydesdale backs Brightside in new deal
Clydesdale Bank Corporate and Structured Finance has completed a senior debt re-financing for AIM listed insurance broker, Brightside Group.
Novae expands reinsurance operation
Switzerland-based Novae Re is to add credit & surety reinsurance to its underwriting capabilities.
Novae expands reinsurance operation
Switzerland-based Novae Re is to add credit & surety reinsurance to its underwriting capabilities.
Former AIG boss Sullivan joins Willis
Former AIG chief executive Martin Sullivan has been appointed deputy chairman of Willis Group Holdings and chairman and CEO of a new business unit, Willis Global Solutions.
Football clubs urged to take cover
European football clubs' representantive body has called for national teams to ensure they have an insurance policy in place to address the costs arising from players'injuries.
Football clubs urged to take cover
European football clubs' representantive body has called for national teams to ensure they have an insurance policy in place to address the costs arising from players'injuries.
Former AIG boss Sullivan joins Willis
Former AIG chief executive Martin Sullivan has been appointed deputy chairman of Willis Group Holdings and chairman and CEO of a new business unit, Willis Global Solutions.
Willis to appeal Indian renewal rejection
Willis has said it will appeal the Indian regulatory authority’s decision not to renew the licence renewal application of its joint venture in India.
DOA teams up with Sterling
Underwriting agency, David Oliver Associates, has chosen Sterling Insurance to underwrite its new platinum commercial combined policy.
Capita names new commercial MD
Capita Insurance Services has appointed Derek Henry to the role of managing director of Capita’s commercial insurance business.
LV COR down to 101.9% as insurer reveals improved H1 results
LV has recorded an improved performance for H1 2010, with sales and trading profits up on the same period of 2009.
Glacier Re to wind down business after stategic review
European reinsurer Glacier Reinsurance, has announced that the company’s existing portfolio will be placed in to an orderly run-off with immediate effect.
New Zealand hit by major quake
New Zealand’s second largest city, Christchurch, has been hit by an earthquake measuring 7.4 on the Richter scale.
Brokers "fighting harder" for customers during downturn
Brokers have had to fight harder to get claims paid during the economic downturn due to the stricter policy interpretations and anti fraud-systems put in place by insurers.
Am Trust makes two appointments
Am Trust Europe has appointed Laura Mansfield as new business development manager to cover its brokers in the Midlands, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Arista appoints three in Bristol
Commercial lines underwriting agency Arista Insurance, has made three appointments to its Bristol office.