Commercial
Liberty raids Marsh for Hogg to lead strategic assets arm
The arm aims to develop and underwrite a range of specialist risks including intellectual property, reputational risks, cyber insurances and non-material damage business interruption.
Bluefin set to make six acquisitions
Axa-owned broker also reveals it expects to make “many more” acquisitions in coming months, targeting the East Midlands, South West, Wales, and Northern Scotland.
Allianz offers SME’s free legal advice
Allianz Commercial is offering free legal advice to its SME policyholders as part of tie-up with its legal protection division.
QBE restructures European business
With immediate effect, QBE will operate four product underwriting divisions: casualty & motor; property; marine & energy; and reinsurance & specialist.
QBE restructures European business
With immediate effect, QBE will operate four product underwriting divisions: casualty & motor; property; marine & energy; and reinsurance & specialist.
RMS: detailed damage reports following Turkish earthquake still scarce
The Unites States Geological Survey has reported a fixed focal depth of 6.2 miles (10 km) and an epicentral location close to the village of Basyurt, 340 miles (550 km) east of the Turkish capital, Ankara.
RMS: detailed damage reports following Turkish earthquake still scarce
The Unites States Geological Survey has reported a fixed focal depth of 6.2 miles (10 km) and an epicentral location close to the village of Basyurt, 340 miles (550 km) east of the Turkish capital, Ankara.
Holman's appoints new managing director
Lloyd’s broker John Holman & Sons has appointed Angela Tjay Mazuri as managing director.
Mapfre agrees €446m bancassurance deal with Caixa Catalunya
Spanish insurer Mapfre has agreed to jointly develop a range of insurance and pension products with Caixa Catalunya in a deal worth €446.8m (£403.3m)
Mapfre agrees €446m bancassurance deal with Caixa Catalunya
Spanish insurer Mapfre has agreed to jointly develop a range of insurance and pension products with Caixa Catalunya in a deal worth €446.8m (£403.3m)
Chubb relaunches liability cover
Chubb Insurance has revamped its liability cover for businesses with the launch of Fore Front Plus that aims to better reflect the potential risks and liabilities faced by organisations.
Adrian Flux commercial vehicle line goes live
Transactor Global Solutions open market commercial vehicle quotation system has been implemented by Adrian Flux Group, to run alongside its existing motorcycle and private car lines of business.
Power Place appoints regional heads
Power Place has restructured its 36-strong field based sales and consultant team into three distinct regions, each to be managed by three newly appointed senior regional managers.
Hardy records 78.1% combined ratio
Hardy Underwriting Bermuda has reported profit before tax and foreign exchange movements of £26.7m (2008: £4.4m).
Construct a Quote warns businesses on EL plans
Business insurance comparison site Construct a Quote has warned UK businesses that proposals to introduce an Employers Liability Insurance Bureau will not excuse of them of their obligations to staff.
UK General announces restructure of its branch network
UK General has unveiled the latest stage of its strategy for the SME commercial market, confirming Fortis as capacity provider for SME business and rural.
RSA warns manufacturers over rising order risks
Insurer RSA has warned manufacturers of the risk of a sudden surge in large and untypical orders as the sector’s fortunes improve.
Aviva UK GI book shrinks by over £1.1bn in 2009
Aviva UK's general insurance operating result fell to £520m (2008: £642m) in 2009. Its combined operating ratio remained static at 99%.
Aviva UK GI book shrinks by over £1.1bn in 2009
Aviva UK's general insurance operating result fell to £520m (2008: £642m) in 2009. Its combined operating ratio remained static at 99%.
Postscript - 30 years ago: Highest fire figures are disclosed
The highest total ever recorded in one month for the estimated cost of fire damage in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) was disclosed in the British Insurance Association's recent figures as the total reached £58.5m.
Broker Technology - Motor: Making IT accurate
The British Insurance Brokers' Association is urging its members to sign up to DVLA vehicle registration validation technology. Stephanie Denton looks at why 80% of regional brokers don't use it.
Broker Focus - International Networks: Rings around the world
Joining an international network can bring huge advantages for a UK-based broker. Rachel Gordon reports on the benefits involved.
Professionalism: Aldermanbury Declaration - Something to declare
The Aldermanbury Declaration sets out some ambitious proposals. Lynn Rouse reports on the ideas put forward and details the task force's vision for 2013.
Helphire in talks to cut non-GTA deals
Credit hire operator Helphire has revealed it will complete scaling down its business by June, after posting a loss of £400 000 in the second half of 2009.