Commercial
Making small talk.
The SME market is attracting a lot of interest at the moment, but to make it big in this sector, brokers need to speak the right language to understand the specific needs of smaller businesses, says David Fanning.
Down to the vote.
After another year of high-quality entrants, David Bland, chairman of the panel, offers some insights into the judging procedure.
Service Provider of the Year - Solus.
The model partnership of Solus Accident Repair Centre and Norwich Union proves the motor repair industry is more than ready to move into the fast lane. Jonathan Swift reports.
A year to be proud of.
The past year has been an incredibly difficult one for the industry - particularly in the aftermath of 11 September - but it has collectively risen to the challenge, as demonstrated by the high level of this year's entrants.
Personal Lines Broker of the Year - Aon Affinity Insurance Services.
Aon Affinity Insurance Services tailors its products to fit specific customers, building up a specialist knowledge along the way, and reaps the benefits in a satisfied customer and staff base. Diane Smyth reports.
Appointment at Allianz Cornhill Engineering.
Martin Ball has been promoted by Allianz Cornhill Engineering to the position of underwriting and op...
Broker consolidation slows as market hardens.
A boom in commercial business has led to a slowdown in broker consolidation, according to the latest...
InFront looks set to Getmapping for claims.
Aerial photography specialist Getmapping.com is in talks with InFront Solutions, which could lead to...
Reinsurance Innovation of the Year - Willis Re.
Willis Re's web-based system, Willis iFM, promises to be an indispensable tool to those seeking to improve productivity in the reinsurance world. Pravin Jeyaraj explains why it should sit back and relish the ride.
Focus takes on new MD.
Sales systems provider Focus Solutions Group has appointed Tim White to the newly-created position o...
JLT's McGill joins ISS board.
Stephen McGill, chief executive for broker Jardine Lloyd Thompson Group, is one of five new members ...
The Technology Award - Royal & Sun Alliance - UK Commercial.
Faced with an inefficient system, Royal & Sun Alliance went back to the drawing board to create one that surpassed expectation. Edward Murray explains.
Young Achiever of the Year - Clair Hayward - Allianz Cornhill.
During her short career in the insurance industry, Clair Hayward has excelled in everything she has put her mind to, not only managing to shine on the job but also making her mark on a number of other demanding projects. David Worsfold reports.
General Insurer of the Year - Zurich Financial Services.
Zurich Financial Services' dedication to the market, focus on customers and continued innovation have all paid dividends, as Anthony Gould reports.
Hard currency?
Experts reckon the UK could join the European single currency as early as 2005. Brian Meigh warns that if the 'first wave' is anything to go by, UK companies need to be fully aware of the scope of the euro's likely impact and start making preparations…
The E-Business Award - its4me Online Insurance.
Online intermediary its4me has hit the right keys in its strategic approach to e-business. Its winning combination of customer satisfaction and financial success is a tough act to follow, says Jane Bernstein.
Swiss Re moves towards China licence
Swiss Re said it had moved a step closer to getting a full licence to sell reinsurance in China, afte...
Appointment at Landau Manson.
Specialist hotel insurance broker Landau Manson has recruited Marc Brennan as senior commercial brok...
RSA attacks disease threat.
Royal & Sun Alliance is to counteract the threat of rising disease and environmental claims by setti...
Value judgement.
Tony Le Fevre reports on a mystery shopping exercise that revealed some disturbing differences of opinion among jewellers.
Part of the loop.
Insurers should take advantage of the current hard market by investing in new electronic links before the soft market and competition return, says Brian Morgan.
Penny Black's insurance week.
It appears that staff at Zurich have been telling Porkies to Penny's colleagues on their trips round...
Appointment at Jeff Moore Associates.
Robin Furber has joined Jeff Moore Associates, having been previously employed by major City-based i...
Woodstock closes in on duo.
Kent-based Woodstock, which launched in March, claims it is set to acquire two brokerages by the end...