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Aon's political risk and terrorism map warns 37 countries are more dangerous
Aon Risk Solutions has downgraded 37 countries including the UK in its 2012 Terrorism & Political Violence Map, largely due to civil unrest.
Aon downgrades 37 countries for terrorism and political violence
Companies must consider threats to business continuity due to civil unrest, said Aon Risk Solutions, as it downgraded 37 countries in its annual Terrorism & Political Violence map.
Tata AIG launches lifetime renewable health policy
Tata AIG General Insurance Company has launched its lifetime renewable reimbursement health insurance policy in India.
Litigation in Continental Europe may affect European insurers
Attempts to adapt local legislation to European Union and international law are creating a challenging environment for insurers operating in the region, according to Guy Carpenter.
Spanish bank mergers could benefit large insurers
The ongoing restructuring of the Spanish banking system following the merging of several savings banks offers advantages to the country's largest insurance companies, said Moody's in its latest special comment report.
One Answer Network signals commercial growth with IT poach from Powerplace
One Answer Network is to expand its commercial offering with the appointment of Carl Chapman, pictured, to the newly created position of commercial development and training manager.
Indian ship owners vow to carry Iranian oil despite reduced cover
Sanctions-hit Indian shipping firms will continue transporting Iranian crude oil, even if restricted insurance coverage leaves them financially exposed in the case of a spill or accident, industry sources have said.
Dual appoints Zurich Australia CEO Shane Doyle
The Dual Group has appointed former Zurich Australia chief executive Shane Doyle as deputy CEO, as the underwriting firm looks to expand its geographic reach.
Filipinos dependent on public insurance schemes
Over 90% of Filipinos are reliant on government retirement insurance, according to the Banko Sentral ng Pilipinas's inaugural Consumer Finance Survey.
Certificate aims to reduce premiums for Dubai's safe drivers
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority is introducing a driver certificate designed to allow safe motorists to reduce their premiums.
Towergate picks up three more brokers
Towergate Insurance has acquired Gill Knott Insurance, Lloyd Manley Associates and the general insurance arm of Airevalley Insurance Services.
Zurich and HSBC join forces in MENA distribution deal
General insurer Zurich has agreed a 10-year distribution deal with HSBC Middle East.
QBE highlights dangers of slack fraud control at UK firms
Businesses have failed to update their anti-fraud procedures, despite one in five suffering fraud in the past 12 months, says insurer.
Online Exclusive: Tonks talks PI
Incoming Association of Personal Injury Lawyers president Karl Tonks speaks to Amy Ellis about his year in charge.
Ai Claims recommends Quindell takeover
Ai Claims has recommended accepting Quindell's takeover offer announced on 2 April 2012.
Victims sue cab rapist's insurer
Eight victims of cab rapist John Worboys are due to take his motor insurer to the High Court today.
Belfor names former Munters president Philips as UK MD
Alasdair Philips has been named as the new managing director for Belfor in the UK.
Giles confirms Lyons departure
Giles Insurance Brokers has confirmed that Sarah Lyons has left the company where she was group managing director for more than two years.
Wunelli boss cancels telematics discussion amid insurer support
Wunelli chairman Sandy Dunn has announced his decision to abandon an industry seminar exploring the merits of a common standard for telematics data, following "almost unanimous support" from insurers.
Bajaj Allianz General appoints Singhel as CEO
Bajaj Allianz General has named Tapan Singhel as managing director and chief executive officer.
G4S hires ex-Navy counter-piracy expert
G4S Risk Management has appointed former NATO counter-piracy officer Martin Ewence, pictured, as head of maritime security.
McLaren-Stewart leaves Giles for Tysers
John McLaren-Stewart has joined Lloyd's broker Tysers as UK sales and marketing director from Giles Insurance Brokers where he was sales director.
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Devaney bolsters QBE's risk management
QBE has recruited Martin Devaney to its risk management services team as senior client risk manager.