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MMA hires new customer services manager
Intermediary-only insurer MMA Insurance has appointed Christine Bennett as customer service manager. Ms Bennett brings with her over 14 years experience of managing Call Centres having been based at Prudential Assurance for over 10 years.
PartnerRe announces windstorm losses
PartnerRe has announced that claims relating to its exposure to Windstorm Erwin, which hit Northern Europe in early January, are expected to be between $50-$60m.
Cavell adds to management team
London Market and International run-off specialist, Cavell, has appointed Bob Moore to its management team.
Jelf Group updates branding
The Jelf Group is undergoing a major re-brand of its logo, website and corporate literature to reflect its new name, Jelf Group plc, following its flotation on AIM in October 2004.
Aegis rated "a" at AM Best
A.M. Best has assigned a Best’s syndicate rating of A (Excellent) and an issuer credit rating of “a” to Lloyd’s Syndicate 1225, which is managed by Aegis Managing Agency Ltd.
Link joins forces with HSBC Insurance Brokers
Link Underwriting Agency has joined forces with the intermediary marketing division of HSBC Insurance Brokers to provide marketing support to Link's intermediary distribution channel.
Misys reports increased GI profits
Misys' interim results for the six months ended 30 November 2004 have revealed that its General Insurance business experienced further growth in revenues and profits.
Markel reports good earnings from 2004
Markel has announced that 2004 was another good year for the company, with earnings up.
Workplace stress rising, claims Aon survey
UK employees are facing a rising tide of stress in the workplace, according to a new survey.
CBS unveils its new-look portal
Combined Benefit Services, a division of Aon subsidiary Combined Insurance, has relaunched its web-b...
Winners and losers
Post Magazine's monthly round-up of job cuts and gains
Equal pay: progress is painfully slow
In the 35 years since the Equal Pay Act was passed, progress towards achieving equal pay has been pa...
Demand raises manager fees by 7.5%
Fees earned by interim managers in the banking, finance and insurance sectors are the highest of any...
Motor rates have levelled out, according to AA Index
The 18-month downhill ride in car insurance premiums has come to a halt, according to the AA’s latest benchmark British Insurance Premium Index.
Highway issues Stock Exchange statement over reserves
The Board of Directors of Highway this morning issued a Stock Exchange announcement following publication of this week's Post Magazine.
Alliance seeks to double size by end of 2006
The Midland Broker Alliance is hoping to double its income and membership by the end of 2006. Graha...
Death of technical claims manager
Claims News in Brief
Jobcutting CIS admits claims problems
Co-operative Insurance Society has been forced to outsource some high-value claims work due to inade...
Insurance Directory 2005 out soon
The Insurance Directory 2005 is out soon - order your copy today to ensure you receive it hot off th...
Listed broker in target talks
Broker Jelf Group has further acquisitions planned for 2005 to support business expansion, following...
Financial Services Authority settles proceedings
News in Brief
Appointment at Brit
Mike Sibthorpe has been appointed to Brit's executive management committee. He is currently underwri...
Insurer addresses huge claims fears
Insurance provider the National Housebuilding Council has attempted to play down fears of huge compe...
Appointment at AIG Europe
AIG Europe has made Robin Pegg account manager for its travel insurance team. He will be based in Lo...