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Highlights from The Claims Event 2013
With the birth of the new regulator and major regulatory changes, The Claims Event 2013 was a key conference for claims professionals to attend this year to learn about the latest industry developments.
The importance of excellence in claims management
Challenged with the impact of doing business in a difficult economic environment, is it any wonder that the term ‘going back to basics’ has become more common place in the board rooms of companies?
Ageas backs road improvement calls
Ageas has thrown its weight behind a campaign for safety investment on Britain’s roads.
Ageas given High Court approval to transfer Groupama covers
Ageas has received approval for the formal transfer of all Groupama business to its Optima and Exclusively brands from the end of October.
The Claims Event 2013
Claims managers fear hearing loss could become the ‘new whiplash’
C-Suite: Slow down and think long term
Major price swings in the motor sector in the wake of legal reform are damaging to consumer confidence.
Roundtable: Fraud: Digital the time to react is now
Insurers are slowly starting to embrace a digital future. Now it’s time to grasp the nettle if the industry isn’t to be left behind.
UK General puts motor book back with Ageas
UK General has switched its £20m commercial motor book back to Ageas less than 12 months after it struck a capacity agreement with QBE.
Top 20 UK insurers
A focus to the top 20 UK insurers
Brand analysis: Market Forces
Despite economic constraints, regulation, boardroom reshuffles and reputational issues – the outlook for insurance brands remains positive.
Insurers braced for Isle of Sheppey crash claims
Insurers are expecting a steady influx of claims following the Isle of Sheppey crash last week, which involved more than 130 vehicles.
Aldermanbury successor unclear as some insurers struggle to meet its terms
Taskforce behind declaration yet to discuss its direction beyond end of 2013
Motor sector cites rates and reforms as COR soars
Motor insurers have bemoaned the impact of rock-bottom rates on their first-half figures, prompting some industry leaders to rule out further rate reductions in the second half of the year.
Penny Black's Insurance Week - 15/22 August 2013
Despite reports of a fall in car insurance premiums, it seems some firms still charge rates well above what consumers would consider good value.
Career development: Groupama's motorcycle team step into motorcyclists' boots
Groupama Insurances, soon to be Ageas, has put its motorcycle claims team through a series of training sessions to help them understand the needs of policyholders when handling claims.
Ageas UK boss Watson optimistic despite limited H1 profit growth
Ageas UK chief executive Andy Watson has told Post the insurer’s H1 results are in line with expectations, in spite of net profit growth almost entirely driven by the integration of Groupama.
Ageas increases profit despite underwriting losses
Ageas has increased its bottom line by 17.3% during the first half of 2013 despite household being the only core line of business making an underwriting profit.
Insurers welcome TSC report but rue small claims decision
LV managing director John O’Roarke has described the Transport Select Committee’s decision not to recommend extending the small claims court limit as “disappointing”.
Career file: Ant Middle: Aviva strategic partnerships director to take up Ageas role
Aviva's Ant Middle is stepping down from the role of strategic partnerships director to take on a similar position at Ageas.
Kwik Fit MD Lynch to be replaced by Banwell on interim basis
Kwik Fit Financial Services managing director June Lynch is stepping down from the role after 16 years at the firm.
Olympic 2012 PR guru Brock-Doyle and Axa's Blanc to address Insurance Strategy
The 2013 Insurance Strategy conference is delighted to announce a raft of major CEO speakers alongside the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic PR guru Jackie Brock-Doyle.
Middle quits Aviva to become Ageas partnerships director
Aviva’s Ant Middle is stepping down from the role of strategic partnerships director to take on a similar position at Ageas.
The Insurance Fraud Awards shortlist 2013
Growing once again in popularity, the fifth annual Insurance Fraud Awards received a record number of entries and we are delighted to announce the shortlist.
Ageas claims team undertakes motorcycle training
Groupama Insurances, soon to be Ageas Insurance Limited, has put its motorcycle claims team through a series of training sessions to help them understand the needs of motorcyclists when handling claims.