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Economic risk “greatest threat” to businesses, Aon study finds
An Aon study has outlined economic risk as the “greatest threat” facing business leaders today.
Brit launches new package policy for US higher education sector
Brit Insurance has launched a new package policy designed specifically for the needs of the US higher education community.
Sterling signs Aldermanbury Declaration
Sterling Insurance has become the latest company to sign-up to the Aldermanbury Declaration.
Howden acquires core broking activity of PYV
Hyperion’s broking subsidiary, Howden Broking Group, has acquired the core broking activity of PYV.
MWA expands into Liverpool
Mercury West Associates said it has opened a new office in Liverpool to insure affluent business and sports professionals in the area.
Hastings seeks to combat fraud with Equifax deal
Hastings Direct, a division of Hastings Insurance Services, has signed a significant new one year contract with Equifax.
Generali shareholders approve 2010 statements and €0.45 dividend
The shareholders of Assicurazioni Generali SpA have approved the 2010 financial statements and the distribution to shareholders of a per-share dividend of €0.45 (+28.6% relative to 2009).
KPMG warns over "hindsight" penalties in the wake of Solvency II delay fears
Omnibus 2 is a significant milestone for Solvency II and delays to its finalisation are having an unwanted impact on the Solvency II timeline, increasing fears that neither insurers nor regulators may be fully prepared for implementation on 1 January…
Hannover posts profit despite 123.8% non-life COR
Hannover Re has reported an operating profit of Euro 46.1m (Q1 2010 Euro 238.8m) for the first three months of 2011.
Indonesia signs tax agreement with Guernsey
Guernsey has signed a bilateral Tax Information Exchange Agreement with Indonesia.
QBE appoints German country manager
Markus Posberg has today been appointed country manager for QBE's German branch.
Generali shareholders approve 2010 statements and €0.45 dividend
The shareholders of Assicurazioni Generali SpA have approved the 2010 financial statements and the distribution to shareholders of a per-share dividend of €0.45 (+28.6% relative to 2009).
KPMG warns over "hindsight" penalties in the wake of Solvency II delay fears
Omnibus 2 is a significant milestone for Solvency II and delays to its finalisation are having an unwanted impact on the Solvency II timeline, increasing fears that neither insurers nor regulators may be fully prepared for implementation on 1 January…
Hannover posts profit despite 123.8% non-life COR
Hannover Re has reported an operating profit of Euro 46.1m (Q1 2010 Euro 238.8m) for the first three months of 2011.
Indonesia signs tax agreement with Guernsey
Guernsey has signed a bilateral Tax Information Exchange Agreement with Indonesia.
QBE appoints German country manager
Markus Posberg has today been appointed country manager for QBE's German branch.
Hastings appoints CFO ahead of “possible” 2012 listing
Hastings Direct has named former Helphire Group CEO Mark Adams as its chief financial officer as it prepares to list on the stock exchange next year.
Ian Maguire promoted to active underwriter of Argenta Syndicate 2121
Argenta Syndicate Management Limited, a subsidiary of Argenta Holdings, has appointed Ian Maguire, currently direct property underwriter, as active underwriter of Syndicate 2121.
Brit appoints professional risks head
Brit Insurance has appointed Daniel Mitchell as UK Portfolio Manager, Professional Risks.
Mapfre buys Munich Re Middlesea stake
Spanish insurer Mapfre has purchased Munich Re’s 19.9% shareholding in Maltese firm Middlesea Insurance.
Central seals £2.6m acquisition of Aberdeen broker
Central Insurance has acquired Aberdeen-based broker Collins Halden & Burnett in a £2.6m deal.
Mapfre buys Munich Re Middlesea stake
Spanish insurer Mapfre has purchased Munich Re’s 19.9% shareholding in Maltese firm Middlesea Insurance.
Eight convicted after car insurance fraud scam uncovered
A total of five men and three women, from across the UK, have been convicted at Leicester Crown Court for their part in a car insurance fraud scam worth tens of thousands of pounds.
Post Blog: Quinn, Towergate, an acorn of a deal and the Sex Pistols. The week in insurance
With many in the insurance market taking advantage of the double bank holiday whammy you would think that this week would be a good time to bury bad news.