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JLT Re appointments strengthen European practice
JLT Reinsurance brokers has expanded its existing capabilities in Central and Eastern Europe through the appointments of Guy Hudson as partner and Russell Henwood as associate.
Towergate recruits Heath Lambert team in Aberdeen
Towergate Insurance Aberdeen has recruited Mark Webster and his team from Heath Lambert to lead the expansion of its operation.
Exeter Family Friendly introduces excess options
Specialist healthcare and protection insurer, Exeter Family Friendly has launched a range of excess options on Health Cover for Me for the first time.
Jubilee backs new mortgage initiative
Lloyd’s insurer Jubilee is providing mortgage indemnity cover for lenders under a new mortgage guarantee scheme arranged by Willis and launched by construction company Taylor Wimpey.
MMA and Broker Network strengthen ties
Members of Broker Network can trade with commercial insurer MMA via BN’s Network Trading Room.
Liberty Mutual Europe opens two UK offices
Following its recent decision to push into commercial lines mid-markets, Liberty Mutual Insurance Europe has announced it is to open two new offices in Birmingham and London.
Pru launches broker Ipad app
Pru Health has launched a new Ipad app which will generate personal and business healthcare quotes for brokers.
Tawa creates specialist run-off reinsurer
Tawa has established a reinsurance run-off firm to provide cover for Penn National Insurance.
Insurers under pressure from SII timeline
The European Union-wide insurance sector stress test will aid understanding of the Solvency II financial environment, according to Towers Watson.
Dual expands PI offering
Dual Corporate Risks has launched a product for computer consultants and contractors combining professional indemnity and products liability.
Two lists for the board of statutory auditors filed for Generali
Assicurazioni Generali has confirmed two lists of candidates were filed for the appointment of the company board of statutory auditors.
EC Insurance unveils appointments
EC Insurance has promoted an executive and appointed a business development executive in its Scotland and Northern England operations.
Insurers under pressure from SII timeline
The European Union-wide insurance sector stress test will aid understanding of the Solvency II financial environment, according to Towers Watson.
Two lists for the board of statutory auditors filed for Generali
Assicurazioni Generali has confirmed two lists of candidates were filed for the appointment of the company board of statutory auditors.
Axa jobs at risk in commercial shake-up
A host of Axa UK commercial senior management have been told their jobs are at risk under a strategic review of the business, Post has learnt.
Young Italian insurers’ association launches in London
The Unione dei Giovani Assicuratori e Riassicuratori Italiani has officially launched in London to welcome members working in other countries.
SSP solution supports Mapledown launch
Lockton International’s managing general agent Mapledown is ready to go live with SSP’s insurance policy administration and underwriting solution.
Young Italian insurers’ association launches in London
The Unione dei Giovani Assicuratori e Riassicuratori Italiani has officially launched in London to welcome members working in other countries.
BTO adds three new partners
Law firm BTO Solicitors has appointed three new partners.
AM Best affirms ratings of Swedish insurer Solid
AM Best Europe has affirmed the financial strength rating of B+ (Good) and the issuer credit rating of “bbb-” of Solid Forsakringsaktiebolag(Sweden).
Argent wins travel contract
Argent Health & Safety have won a contract with Thomson and First Choice Holidays’ parent company TUI UK & Ireland.
AM Best affirms ratings of Swedish insurer Solid
AM Best Europe has affirmed the financial strength rating of B+ (Good) and the issuer credit rating of “bbb-” of Solid Forsakringsaktiebolag(Sweden).
Guest Blog: CII's Alasdair Stewart on an eventful past week
Spring is always a busy time in insurance. March renewals, end of many companies' financial years, conferences and exhibitions.
Wells Fargo sells Besso stake
US insurance firm Wells Fargo has relinquished its stake in Lloyd broker Besso.