Commercial
Brit extends reach with new UK office
Brit is set to open its first new regional office for more than 12 months, as part of the insurer's...
They think Brit's all Oval
Brit Insurance has admitted it would be "crazy" to use the break clause in its sponsorship deal of ...
Biba welcomes CAB investigation into payment protection
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has welcomed a call from the Citizens Advice Bureau for an investigation to be launched into the mis-selling of payment protection insurance.
PwC research highlights insurers' worries over aggregation
London Market insurers are broadly confident they are better placed than at previous points in the cycle to manage the downturn in premium rates, despite being under pressure to maintain similar levels of returns to those in 2004 and facing the key risk…
QBE reveals new structure for 2006
QBE has undergone a reorganisation of its insurance structure in Europe it announced today. It claims the move will streamline processes and offer clients a more flexible and innovative partner for their reinsurance needs.
Fortis swoops for top 50 UK broker
Fortis (UK) today announced it has acquired affinity broker OutRight.
Towergate acquires Chase portfolio
The Towergate Partnership has acquired the mixed commercial and personal portfolios of Chase Insurance Brokers, based in Brentwood with a premium income of £1.5m.
Kiln estimates Katrina loss
Lloyd’s insurer Kiln today issued an initial estimate of up to £35m for the loss caused by Hurricane Katrina.
Highway profits rise
Highway Insurance has revealed interim profits up 117% to £11.3 million (£5.0m) after charging £0.7m million of bid and levy costs to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
Oval sells business to aggressive specialist
Broker UK and Ireland said its specialist brand, Cover4students, has doubled in size after its acqui...
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Footman James invests in new software
Following the launch of its new brand identity (PM, 4 August, p8) Footman James has invested in new ...
Appointment at Drakefield Insurance Services
Broker Drakefield Insurance Services has made two new board appointments. Bob Morton has joined as n...
Brit Insurance reports profit
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Passive smoking claims dismissed
Claimant law firm Thompsons has dismissed claims that smoking bans will remove the right of claimant...
Appointment at Brit Insurance
Brit Insurance has recruited Kathy Lisson as its chief operating officer. Ms Lisson previously worke...
Penny Black's insurance week
The great and good from the claims fraternity could be found at the Grand Ballroom, Hotel Inter-cont...
Cracking the code is a watershed
Last week's publication of the Code of Practice for contract certainty in the non-subscription marke...
Helphire appoints R&R founder as MD
Helphire Group has appointed Martin Ward managing director of Albany, following the company’s acquisition in October 2004.
No trade sale or MBO for GAB after review
Investment company Brera has confirmed that the international operations of its loss adjusting subsidiary GAB Robins will remain with the company after completing a strategic review. The international adjusting arm which includes the UK business had been…
Admiral seeking growth overseas
Motor insurer Admiral said it "continues to investigate opportunities outside the UK", after reporting record interim profits and strong growth in turnover.
Insurance consultancy announces launch
Newly created ISG (Independent Services Group Limited) has just launched, aiming to provide a variety of specialist services to the London and international insurance and reinsurance markets.
Brit takes on Barclays chief
Brit Insurance Holdings has recruited Kathy Lisson as its chief operating officer.