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Intact calls for improved flood resilience products
A study has called for more sophisticated flood protection products for commercial properties, warning that millions of buildings are facing increased flood risk across the UK.
Allianz opens broker hub at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium
Allianz has confirmed to Insurance Post the location of its next broker hub: the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
Commercial insurance rates dip 8%
UK commercial insurance rates decreased by 8% in the first quarter of 2026, outpacing most other major markets, according to the latest Global Insurance Market Index from Marsh.
Mission considering launching personal lines MGA
Mission is considering launching a personal lines-angled MGA or overseeing a personal lines product launch from one of its businesses in the future.
CFC launches agentic AI underwriting pilot
CFC has launched Lane Assist, a pilot of agentic underwriting in specialty insurance that aims to speed up submissions from email through to quote recommendation.
DOXA makes UK entry with Eaton Gate acquisition
US-based DOXA has bought Eaton Gate for an undisclosed sum, marking its first move into the UK market and signalling further international expansion plans.
Jensten creates two executive roles amid restructure
Jensten Group has added two new roles to its executive leadership team as part of a restructure of the business into two trading divisions: broking, and product and distribution.
Compare the Market reports drop in period home premiums
Compare the Market has reported a 15% year-on-year drop in home insurance premiums for homes built before the First World War.
Markel takes swing at mastering inclusive golf networking
Markel has launched Driving Change, a pilot programme developed to help women feel more confident about playing golf in an informal business networking setting.
Defaqto argues vet reforms unlikely to lower pet premiums
The Competition and Markets Authority’s reforms to the UK veterinary sector are set to reshape the pet insurance market but are unlikely to result in lower premiums, according to Defaqto.
NFU Mutual denies playing catch-up with digital strategy
NFU Mutual has positioned its digital transformation as a long-term strategy to blend technology with its agency model, rather than simply playing catch-up with the rest of the market.
Tysers Live CEO Chapman steps down
Tysers has announced that Paul Chapman is stepping down from his post as chief executive of Tysers Live to pursue personal interests.
Lloyd’s pulls plug on Dive In
Lloyd’s will bring its flagship diversity and inclusion Dive In festival to an end after 2026, as it launches a market-wide consultation to develop a broader approach to talent, skills and culture.
Lloyd's AI take up soars; Seventeen Group's acquisition; PIB's COO
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Markerstudy’s Beal outlines two paths for ChatGPT in insurance
Andrew Beal, director of architecture and innovation at Markerstudy, predicts two ways in which ChatGPT could transform insurance distribution, and urges the industry to be prepared for both.
Rising labour costs leaving buildings underinsured
Shortages in skilled trades are forcing rebuild values up, potentially leaving buildings underinsured, according to RebuildCostAssessment.com.
Beazley to launch marine war consortium
Beazley is to launch a new marine war consortium, to provide up to $1bn (£740m) of Lloyd’s capacity amid the Iran War.
Agria in consultation with redundancies at risk
Agria Pet Insurance has confirmed to Insurance Post that it is currently in consultation around a restructure, with redundancies already affected.
Everywhen’s Rob Worrell to retire
Rob Worrell, CEO of Everywhen, is planning to retire at the end of the year, the business has confirmed.
Zego targets £1bn in premium as it achieves profitability
As Zego announces a new round of funding, plus a partnership with Sompo, the insurtech's CEO Sten Saar has told Insurance Post the unicorn has achieved profitability for 2025.
Clear Group acquires south coast broker Pangea
The Clear Group has acquired Pangea Insurance Brokers and Pangea Life to expands its presence on the South Coast.