Lloyd’s/London
LMA launches claims management hub for Lloyd’s carriers
The London Market Association has approved the creation of a claims expert management hub for Lloyd’s carriers.
Businesses to face bigger costs for ransomware attacks
Businesses are being warned that they could face greater financial fall-out if they become victim to a cyber or ransomware attacks, following the Petya attack on Tuesday.
Government to introduce ILS framework in the autumn
The Government is to introduce a framework for Insurance Linked Securities before parliament with the hope of getting it up and running in the autumn, the Economic Secretary to the Treasury, has said.
Trade voice: Modernising the London Market
The London Insurance Market is unique not just because of its age and history but also because of the way it is structured and the way it operates. Dr Miriam Goldby, of the British Insurance Law Association, examines the potential legal implications of…
Lloyd's to submit Brussels structure in September
Lloyd’s of London will submit a formal application for its Brussels hub structure in September, the corporation's CEO has said.
Lloyd’s to shed one in 10 jobs in cost-cutting drive
Lloyd’s of London is to strip headcount by 10%, roughly equivalent to 70 staff, as the corporation continues to tackle costs.
R&Q sells Lloyd's managing agency to Coverys
Randall & Quilter has sold its Lloyd's managing agency, R&Q Managing Agency, to Coverys, a US-based medical professional liability insurer for $22.6m.
Lloyd's: AI, regtech and collaborating with start-ups are key focus areas
Artificial intelligence, regtech and collaborating with start-up incubators are key areas of focus for Lloyd’s as it seeks to modernise, the markets technology head has said.
Aviation insurers launch model Brexit clause for multi-year policies
Aviation insurers have launched a model contract continuation clause to keep multi-year policies in place after Britain leaves the European Union, the International Underwriting Association said.
CII launches London Market qualification
The Chartered Insurance Institute has launched a qualification in London Market Insurance for those working in or conducting business through the London Market.
This Week: Stoic London
The generosity and heroic nature of Londoners came to the fore this week, when after two recent terrorism attacks the city saw the worst fire in recent history. Firefighters were heralded for entering the 24-storey flaming building and the community came…
Bruce Carnegie-Brown officially starts as Lloyd’s chairman
Bruce Carnegie-Brown officially started as Lloyd’s new chairman today, taking up the role following the retirement of John Nelson.
Neon expands offshore footprint with Sapphire purchase
Neon has expanded its offshore footprint through the acquisition of Guernsey-based Sapphire Underwriters.
Blog: London needs to get global
To maintain its competitive position, the London insurance market needs to become a truly global hub, write Chris Beazley, CEO of the London Market Group, and Paul Clark, partner at the Boston Consulting Group
Lloyd’s syndicate Pro Sight goes into run-off
Lloyd’s insurer Pro Sight has been placed into run-off, the corporation has confirmed.
Insurance Marketing and PR Awards 2017: Winners
Co-op Insurance picked up two awards for digital marketing and social media influence at the Insurance Marketing and PR Awards today.
Helios acquires Nottus for £964,500
Helios has acquired Lloyd’s limited liability member, Nottus, as part of its strategy to increase underwriting capacity.
CNA Hardy to set up post-Brexit hub in Luxembourg
CNA Hardy will establish a new office in Luxembourg in preparation for Brexit, with the process set to be completed in early 2019.
Legal Update: The problem with delegated authorities
Do delegated authorities represent a short-term solution that is creating long-term problems? Jeremy Irving, partner at DWF, discusses.
LMA forms members’ agents committee
The Lloyd’s Market Association has formed a members’ agents committee, which will represent the interests and priorities of providers and advisers of third party capital at Lloyd’s.
Political risks: Halting new threats
Businesses with domestic and international footprints are increasingly demanding protection from political risks. But, as the threats have changed in recent years, so has the cover that serves to protect against them
Globe Underwriting enters marine market
UK-based managing general agent, Globe Underwriting, has entered the marine market with the launch of a new marine division.
Liberty Specialty denies reports it has picked Luxembourg for post-Brexit base
Liberty Specialty Markets denied it had already made a decision over the base of its European Union subsidiary, despite reports it has picked Luxembourg for the base.
Lloyd’s redundancies: London market forced to focus on cost
A memo from Lloyd’s of London issued to staff inviting them to register for voluntary redundancy comes as little surprise, experts said, as market carriers are increasingly forced to focus on cost.