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SMEs feeling positive about business Axa survey finds
Eight out of 10 UK SMEs are feeling positive about the state of their business, according to a survey by Axa.
Bluefin and Wentworth Alexander case settles
Axa-owned broker Bluefin has reached a settlement in a case against Wentworth Alexander, a Northamptonshire broker started by two ex-Bluefin employees.
Norwich-based broker becomes 35th Brokerbility member
Norwich-based broker Knowlden Titlow Insurance Brokers has joined Brokerbility’s membership ranks.
Autonet reports decline in young van drivers’ premiums
Figures by Autonet Insurance show premiums for younger generation of van drivers have dropped down further from last year.
XL Group unveils new head of capital management
XL Group has appointed Philip M. Jacobs as global head of capital management, corporate development and tax.
Report incriminating insurers in phone hacking to be re-examined
The Home Affairs Committee is due to meet later today to discuss the possibility of questioning the Serious and Organised Crime Agency over a leaked report into the use of private investigators by insurance, law and telecoms firms and their links to…
Swiss Re targets China, India and Brazil
Swiss Re is looking at acquisitions in China, India and Brazil to boost growth.
Changing climate brings 'new normal', says Geneva Association
The Geneva Association, a leading think tank of the global insurance industry, is worried some areas in the world are becoming uninsurable because of climate change.
Clausen Miller recruits Drake as non-contentious specialist from Ashurst
Insurance law firm Clausen Miller has appointed a non-contentious insurance specialist Jonathan Drake from Ashurst.
Insurers must prepare for telematics boom
Insurers should not lose sight of the opportunities presented by telematics in light of recent changes in consumer attitude, a panel of experts said today.
ABI hits back at Law Society over PI campaign
The Association of British Insurers has criticised the Law Society’s advertising campaign for personal injury, which features the strapline “Don’t get mugged by an insurer – use a solicitor.”
Guy Carpenter launches mutual specialty practice
Guy Carpenter has launched a specialty practice focusing on mutual insurance companies.
Chesterfield hires RK Harrison's Murray as executive director
Lloyd’s broker the Chesterfield Group has appointed Catherine Murray to the role of executive director, to assist with the expansion of its North American business.
Ferma elects four to board
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations has named four board members at its general assembly.
Four members elected to Ferma board
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations has elected four board members at its general assembly.
Kiln promotes active underwriter Hargreaves to chairman role
Kiln has appointed Robin Hargreaves as chairman of its underwriting board.
One Answer and THB team up for PI offering
One Answer Brokerdrive has gone into partnership with the professional and financial risks division of THB to roll out professional indemnity insurance to all of its members and their clients.
Pro targets global reach following Zurich office launch
Specialist consultancy Pro Insurance Solutions has launched its first continental European office in Zurich.
Golf injury liability settlement reached
Lawyers acting for a Scottish golf club and two players have reached a last minute settlement after a liability dispute looked set to reach the Supreme Court.
QBE launches aviation excess liabilities in Dubai
QBE has launched an excess of loss product for aviation liabilities in the Middle East.
Allianz signs three-year network deal
Towergate-owned Broker Network and Countrywide have extended their partnership with Allianz Insurance for three years.
JLT Speciality extends PI relationship with AmTrust Europe
JLT Specialty and AmTrust Europe have renewed and extended their professional indemnity relationship offering both sole traders and partner firms PI cover for the 2013 renewals.
MGAA elects UK General boss Hubbard
UK General group chief executive Peter Hubbard has been elected to the board of the managing general agents’ association, alongside RSA MGA director Tom Downey.
Direct Line enters telematics world
Direct Line has launched a telematics product available via both a black box, with technology provided by Tracker, and an app across its motor insurance brands.