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Premier Inn opens doors to flood victims
The Insurance Claims Accommodation Bureau has bolstered its database of preferred properties nationwide by forming an alliance with hotel group Premier Inn.
BGL ups fraud protection for van customers
The BGL Group has increased its fraud protection for the firm's Budget and Dial Direct van insurance customers, which will be verified via its in-house data hub.
APC to serve Dutch SME market
Commercial insurance underwriting agency APC has set its sights on the continent with the launch of a Dutch arm as the first step in its expansion plans.
Skuld claims costs soar as a result of international pooling system
Marine insurance provider Skuld chalked up record high claims costs from the international group's pooling system, leading to a bottom line deficit of $2.9m (£1.8m) with corresponding contingency reserves of $288m (£178.9m).
Jelf profit rises 23.5% to £3.5m
Jelf has reported a 1.3% rise in revenue to £73.0m (2011: £72.1m) while Ebitdae increased by 11.6% to £11.3m (2011: £10.1m) in the year ending 30 September 2012.
Boucher joins Kinetic as non-exec chairman
Lloyd's broker Kinetic Insurance Brokers has named Steve Boucher as non-executive chairman with immediate effect.
Ex-Guy Carpenter COO joins Novae board
Novae has appointed former Guy Carpenter chief operating officer Charles Fry as chief financial officer.
Top five Asian news stories
The top five stories from www.insuranceinsight.com over the past seven days.
RSA opens Dubai office
RSA has been granted permission to operate in the Dubai International Financial Centre, starting on 18 November.
Top five European news stories
The top five European news stories from wwww.insuranceinsight.com over the past seven days.
EC must ensure revised IMD is not a burden for industry
Insurance Europe today urged the European Commission to ensure that revisions to the Insurance Mediation Directive to protect consumers are "flexible and proportionate".
Premium Credit lining up strategy head replacement
Newly acquired finance company Premium Credit is to announce a new head of business strategy this week after former incumbent and chief operations officer Jonathan Cattle left in the summer.
BNP Paribas' insurance arm turns lender
The insurance subsidiary of French banking group BNP Paribas will take on the job of lending to companies as tougher regulations ramp up the cost of traditional loans, Reuters reported.
Collinson to complete One Group purchase
Collinson Insurance Group has inked a deal to acquire claims handler One Group, subject to due diligence.
Ince & Co appoints new corporate insurance partner
International law firm Ince & Co has appointed Richard Britain as head of corporate insurance.
Munich Re hails offshore wind first
Munich Re claims to have become the first insurer to offer serial loss cover for offshore wind energy units, providing investor security and helping renewable energy gain a foothold in the market.
Capco to offer insurance services in Europe
Global business consultancy Capco will offer insurance services throughout the UK and continental Europe.
Jelf promotes Sumner to north west regional director
Alan Sumner, pictured, has been appointed as Jelf Manson's new regional managing director for the north west.
Willis splits European operations
Global broker Willis is dividing its European operation into two distinct regions: Western and Central & Eastern Europe.
Swinton expands commercial reach with purchase of Stroud-based broker
Swinton has acquired Alexander James Commercial for an undisclosed sum in a deal designed to expand the firm's commercial reach across the UK.
Munich Re launches "milestone" offshore wind cover
German insurance giant Munich Re has become the first insurer to offer serial loss cover for offshore wind turbines.
Willis restructures Europe operation
Willis is dividing its continental Europe operation into two regions: Western and Central & Eastern Europe.
Willis UK's Wilkinson joins RSA
RSA has appointed former Willis UK Retail chief executive Dan Wilkinson as mid-market regions director.
Henderson appoints commercial broker
Insurance broker Henderson has promoted Kris Allington to a new role as commercial broker as the company seeks to maintain growth.