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'Unresolvable differences' forces Axis Capital chairman to step down
Bermudian reinsurer Axis Capital's non-executive chairman, John Charman has stepped down after he was unable to "resolve differences" with the board of directors over "his understanding of the role and responsibilities of the chairman position".
Aon Benfield updates on Lloyd's
Aon Benfield's market analysis team has launched its latest Lloyd's update report, covering the market's 2011 financial results and business position in 2012.
FXB: Groupama downgrade does not reflect UK profitability
Groupama Insurances chief executive François-Xavier Boisseau, pictured, has defended the strength of the "ring-fenced" UK business and claimed that "good progress" towards a sale is being made, after the group's security rating was downgraded.
Groupama UK fights back over S&P downgrade
Groupama Insurances in the UK is strong and secure, according to CEO François-Xavier Boisseau.
Disagreement sees "house guest" Charman axed as ex-Axis chairman Butt reinstated
Axis Capital has appointed board member and former chairman Michael Butt as non-executive chairman of the board of directors, succeeding founder and former chairman John Charman.
S&P drops Groupama's rating to BB
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services has lowered its long-term counterparty credit and financial strength ratings on France-based insurer Groupama SA and its guaranteed subsidiaries to 'BB' from 'BBB-'.
Hundreds of properties evacuated as country is hit by weekend flooding
Up to 500 Lancashire and West Yorkshire properties were evacuated this weekend after a month's worth of rain fell in just 24 hours.
Xchanging teams up with Legal Solutions Group
Business process and technology services provider Xchanging has entered into a strategic partnership with litigation management innovator Legal Solutions Group.
CII launches London market qualification
The UK Chartered Insurance Institute has launched an new qualification for the London market.
RSA pulls plug on direct motor venture in Czech Republic
RSA is quiting the direct motor insurance business in the Czech Republic.
Russian insurance market sees 'radical' changes
The Russian insurance sector is still young but is radically changing despite being fraught with challenges, according to a new report.
Towergate eyes extended regional footprint following Dorset buy
Towergate has made its 10th acquisition of the year after agreeing a deal with Dorset-based Harry Fort Insurance Brokers.
Worboys victims denied damages from insurer
A judge has ruled that victims of black cab rapist John Worboys should not receive damages from his insurer, according to reports.
Indian government outlines uninsured driver crackdown
Indian states have been asked to enforce third-party insurance of all vehicles.
QBE creates integrated risk management services practice
QBE has brought together its risk management services teams to create an integrated practice aimed at supporting the continued growth of its UK, European and multinational client base.
CIRC outlines plan for private investors to own 20% of a single Chinese insurer
The China Insurance Regulatory Commission has revealed that an individual private investor would be able to own a fifth of a single insurance company, as part of new proposals.
RSA exits Czech motor market
RSA is quiting the direct motor insurance business in the Czech Republic.
Weekend flooding in northern England sparks EA warning
Record levels of rainfall in northern England over the weekend led to 450 people being evacuated after the river Derwent burst its banks and submerged a Keswick campsite.
ALC Health promises easy 'switching' for medical expenses insurance
ALC Health, an international medical expenses insurance provider, has announced new ‘switch’ terms for individuals and groups with international medical insurance plans underwritten by other insurers who wish to transfer cover to ALC Health’s Prima…
QBE integrates its RMS practice
QBE has brought together its risk management services teams to create an integrated practice designed to support the continued growth of its UK, European and multinational client base.
CII launches London market qualification
A new qualification has been launched exclusively for the London market by The Chartered Insurance Institute.
Friel joins Axa Commercial
Former Insurance Age editor Martin Friel has joined Axa Commercial Lines as head of media strategy.
BMS appointment signals US MGA growth plan
BMS Group has appointed delegated authority underwriter Gene Hinman to establish a US managing general agent platform.
Allianz Worldwide Care launches geographically mobile healthcare plan
Allianz Worldwide Care has launched a corporate private medical insurance plan that allows policyholders to have elective treatment outside the UK.