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Top 5 Post stories
The top five most popular stories on postonline.co.uk over the last week were:
RICS chooses Howden
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors has appointed specialist Lloyd's broker Howden as its preferred UK professional indemnity broker.
Lloyd's appoints Jardine
Lloyd's has appointed Paul Jardine from Catlin Syndicate as deputy chairman of The Council of Lloyd's, following Ewen Gilmour's retirement from the position earlier this month.
Postscript - 20 years ago: Skuld makes offer to ferry fire victims
Looking through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture from more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 20 years ago reveals.
Solvency II - Cost V opportunity: A cost worth paying
After complaints over the amount of management time needed to comply with Solvency II and the costs associated with this, Rachel Gordon asks if the grumbles are justified.
Ex-Fusion bosses outline MGA plan
The new managing general agency led by Fusion founders Kevin Pallett and Geoff Crisp aims to establish at least five offices as it gears up for its launch next year, backed by Bermuda-based insurance group Aspen.
New regulator must understand differences
The insurance industry has claimed it must be distinguished from the wider financial services sector under the coalition government's widespread regulatory reform.
Canopius confirms KGM interest as Lloyd's deadline approaches
Canopius, the largest privately owned Lloyd's insurer, has confirmed it is in talks to acquire up- for-sale motor underwriter KGM, with the deal expected to be completed within a fortnight.
Beazley expands contingency team
Beazley’s contingency team has recruited two new staff members in order to expand its service offering in the UK and Australia.
Xchanging in Italian swoop
Xchanging has signed a letter of intent with SIA-SSB, the European specialist in financial and payment systems services, to form an Enterprise Partnership.
Argo poaches Roberts from Aon Benfield
Argo International has appointed Craig Roberts as class underwriter of its international treaty team following the departure of James Braddock.
Liberty expands French operation
Liberty International Underwriters in Europe has established an underwriting presence in France for trade credit and political risk business with the appointment of Alexandre Egnell as assistant vice president, trade credit and political risk.
Alpha Underwriting launched
Alpha Underwriting has been established to handle corporate travel and personal accident cover.
FSA to investigate Brit buy-out leak
The Financial Services Authority is investigating the leak of Apollo's takeover approach of Brit Insurance.
Hoban outlines regulation plans
Mark Hoban, financial secretary to the Treasury, has addressed the House of Commons following George Osborne's Mansion House speach last night on the breaking up of the FSA.
One Claims wins Novae deal
One Claims, the personal accident and travel claims management division of One Group, has secured a contract to handle claims on behalf Novae Group’s Syndicate 2007 at Lloyd’s.
Lloyd's team heads to Chile
Lloyd’s has sent a team to Chile to help the market better understand the impact of February’s earthquake and assist in ensuring the speedy payment of valid claims.
Julian Millar joins QBE
QBE has confirmed the appointment of Julian Millar as head of claims in its property division.
Catlin's Jardine appointed deputy chairman of Lloyd's
Lloyd’s has appointed Paul Jardine from Catlin Syndicate as deputy chairman of The Council of Lloyd’s following Ewen Gilmour’s retirement from the position earlier this month.
RICS appoints Howden as its preferred PI broker
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors has appointed specialist Lloyd’s broker, Howden, as its preferred UK professional indemnity broker. This is the first time that the RICS has appointed a preferred broker for this type of insurance.
Former Lloyd's director Tolle joins Beazley
Rolf Tolle is to join the board of Beazley Furlonge, the Lloyd’s managing agency that forms part of Beazley, the company announced today. The appointment is subject to regulatory approval.
Canopius promotes four in Lloyd's
Canopius Group has announced a number of promotions following a review of its senior management organisation at its Lloyd's platform, Canopius Managing Agents.
Marsh: more companies adopting sustainability strategies
As demand grows from consumers, investors and governments for businesses to become more sustainable, companies are beginning to change their strategy and planning.
"Softer" skills key for risk managers finds Ace survey
Risk managers who can demonstrate a mastery of the so-called ‘softer’ skills are increasingly one step ahead of their peers when it comes to unlocking the door to the most senior risk management roles.