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PwC: “Well known names” in Rok due diligence
Rok administrator PricewaterhouseCoopers has announced that several “well known” companies are undertaking due diligence with a view to purchasing the beleaguered repairs firm.
Transactor launches household open market rating
Transactor has unveiled a new household open market rating module for both standard and complex risks.
Claims for storm and flood damage on the up following bad weather
After 24 hours of wild weather which included wind speeds of up to 90mph in areas of the North west, GAB Robins said it is receiving a number of claims for storm and flood damage.
Exclusive content now available on Post Europe
Post Europe’s weekly update is now live with a look at the long term implications of the Hungarian toxic spill, as well as a View from the Top opinion why France is the most sophisticated insurance market on the continent.
Exclusive content now available
Insurance Insight’s weekly update is now live with a look at the long term implications of the Hungarian toxic spill, as well as a View from the Top opinion why France is the most sophisticated insurance market on the continent.
Police earnings for accident referrals revealed
The West Midlands Police earned over £600 000 in 2009 due to “tip off” fees from referring customers to “call-out” companies, it has emerged.
Zurich unveils Torry as the new MD of its Municipal business
Zurich Municipal managing director Rob Allison has informed Stephen Lewis, chief executive, Zurich’s UK General Insurance division that he intends to retire in Spring 2011.
GC unveils new global analytics MD
Guy Carpenter has named Imelda Powers as its new managing director of Global Analytics. The appointment is with immediate effect.
CNA builds non-exec team
CNA Europe has appointed two non-executive directors.
CNA builds non-exec team
CNA Europe has appointed two non-executive directors.
Ceiops advises on the revision of the Insurance Mediation directive
Ceiops has submitted to the European Commission its advice on the revision of the Insurance Mediation Directive, the original version of which resulted in the regulation of UK brokers by the Financial Services Authority.
Ceiops advises on the revision of the Insurance Mediation directive
Ceiops has submitted to the European Commission its advice on the revision of the Insurance Mediation Directive, the original version of which resulted in the regulation of UK brokers by the Financial Services Authority.
MGA looks to RSA for new director
Broker-only managing general agent Manchester Underwriting has announced the appointment of Danny French as a director of the business.
Ex-Marsh and Oval MD Pepper back with new venture Momemtum
Momentum - a support and development service for new and existing brokers - has been launched by the ex-MD of Oval Insurance Broking, Howard Pepper.
Non-London business now accounts for 43% of Catlin's GWP at Q3
Catlin this morning reported that gross premiums written were up nine per cent to $3.28 bn for the nine months to the 30 September.
Non-London business now accounts for 43% of Catlin's GWP at Q3
Catlin this morning reported that gross premiums written were up nine per cent to $3.28 bn for the nine months to the 30 September.
Novae lands Prince’s Trust sponsorship
Novae has been named as the main sponsor for The Prince’s Trust Rock Gala at the Albert Hall next week.
Ten unveils new operating model
Independent broking network Ten Insurance has unveiled a new operating model which will allow its members to retain up to 75% more commission.
Sovereign Automotive launches accident management offering
Sovereign Automotive has established a new accident management offering being bought by the former owners of replacement vehicle firm Cab Aid.
Brokers Link names new director
Broking network Brokers Link has appointed Casanueva Perez Group chairman Juan Ignacio Casanueva to its board of directors.
Crawford & Company set to buy Italian firm
Crawford & Company Italia is in talks to acquire specialist liability adjusting firm Studio Bolton & Associati.
Crawford & Company set to buy Italian firm
Crawford & Company Italia is in talks to acquire specialist liability adjusting firm Studio Bolton & Associati.
Groupama creates underwriting team in London and the south
Groupama Insurances has created a dedicated new business underwriting team for London and the South, providing commercial brokers in the region with access to underwriters for decisions on open market business.
Allianz CEO "pessimistic" about commercial premium outlook
Allianz has reported gross written premiums up 4.1% in the third quarter of 2010 compared to the same period a year before.