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CII opens doors for 2016/2017 new generation group
The New Generation Groups programme - which has so far trained 200 professionals over five years - is now open for nominations the coming year and 2017, said the Chartered Insurance Institute.
Fraudster sentenced after fake invoice claims worth £300,000
A South Wales man was sentenced after attempting to use fake invoices as part of a £300,000 insurance claim.
Barclays positive on RSA prospects
Analysts at Barclays have indicated that RSA is on track to meet its growth targets following a meeting with senior management.
Consolidation looms for European non-life market warns Eiopa
Further consolidation and M&A activity is looming for the European general insurance sector if low interest rates continue, the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (Eiopa) has warned.
Axa UK can meet global COR targets says CEO Amanda Blanc
Axa's UK CEO Amanda Blanc believes that the business is on target to meet the ambitious improved targets for group-wide combined operating ratio set out as part of its new four year strategic plan yesterday.
Antares launches treaty casualty and appoints Everest's Jarman to head offering
Antares has launched its casualty treaty offering with the appointment of Neil Jarman as casualty treaty officer.
Swinton closes Leek branch
Swinton Insurance has closed its branch in Leek as part of a wider reduction in high street outlets.
Video: Andrew McMellin of XL Catlin
XL Catlin UK and Ireland CEO Andrew McMellin talks about how successful the integration of XL and Catlin has been.
Claims Awards Asia-Pacific 2016: Entry deadline approaches
The entry deadline for the Claims Awards Asia-Pacific 2016 is 30 June.
Lu swaps AIG in Hong Kong for XL Catlin in Singapore
Louisa Lu has joined XL Catlin in Singapore as senior underwriter - casualty for Asia-Pacific.
Axa looks to 94% combined ratio goal
Axa's new four year strategic plan will aim for its global non-life business to post a global combined ratio within the 94-5% range by 2020.
Bobby Gracey joins I-Cog as chairman
I-Cog Claims Management has appointed Bobby Gracey, chairman of CILA’s Anti-Fraud Committee, as chairman.
Aviva marketing boss becomes CEO of royal business body
Aviva's former chief marketing officer Amanda Mackenzie has been appointed as CEO of a "responsible business" organisation run by The Prince of Wales.
Thomas becomes group CEO at Thomas Carroll
Rhys Thomas, formerly managing director of Thomas Carroll Brokers, has been appointed CEO of Thomas Carroll Group.
Tokio Marine Kiln backed EIS approved as Lloyd's coverholder
South African Engineered Insurance Solutions has been approved as Lloyd’s coverholder with the backing of Tokio Marine Kiln.
Aquila Underwriting expands into French market
Specialist managing general agency Aquila Underwriting is setting its sights on the French corporate market with the formation of new agency We Specialty, based in Paris.
Travelers Europe targets direct channel 'growth area' with online SME offering
Travelers Europe has launched an online platform to provide insurance directly to small UK companies but remains committed to its existing model.
Research highlights growing demand for EU cross-border insurance
There is a growing demand for risks to be written on a Freedom of Service basis according to a research paper from the International Underwriting Association.
More than four in 10 workers fear claiming for compensation
A You Gov survey has found that 45% of workers in Britain fear losing their job if they take legal action against an employer.
Axa seeks to save €2.1bn by 2020
Axa is looking to "focus and transform" its business by 2020 as it seeks to boost underlying earnings per share by between 3-7% per year.
Axa targets growing Asia profits 60% within five years
Global insurer Axa wants to grow its underlying profits in Asia to €900m (£690m) by the end of 2020 from €551m last year.
Update: UKP&I and Britannia Clubs terminate merger talks
The boards of the UKP&I and Britannia Clubs have terminated discussions over the potential merger of the two clubs.
European insurance associations urge remain vote ahead of EU referendum
Twenty-one leaders of insurance and long-term savings associations across Europe have signed a letter urging a remain vote ahead of the referendum on the UK’s European Union membership on Thursday.
Aviva joins with insuretech firm Digital Risks to cover SMEs
Aviva has joined forces with insurtech firm Digital Risks to launch a monthly subscription product aimed at digitally focused start-up and SME businesses.