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Video: The CII and the war for talent
Chartered Insurance Institute deputy president Chris Hanks talks to Ant Gould, Post's group editor in chief, about how the insurance industry can and must attract and retain talent.
Regional review - Manchester: The Mancunian way
Manchester is a diverse city, full of character and currently undergoing something of a rebirth. Daniel Dunkley visits the city and finds a thriving insurance market.
Spotlight on talent: Get up and go
The percentage of students choosing insurance as a contender profession has recently risen but insurance companies must capitalise on the opportunities this presents, argues Caspar Bartington.
Spotlight on talent: The youth of today
A recent Chartered Insurance Institute report was deeply critical of the insurance industry's efforts at recruiting the next generation. Rachel Gordon examines whether effective engagement is really that bad.
Profits dip for Allianz in growth European markets
Allianz in Central and Eastern Europe saw total premiums grow by 8 percent in the first quarter of 2010, reaching Euros 1.1 bn. Operating profit in the first quarter of 2010 amounted to Euros 66m, compared to Euros 78m euros in the same period of 2009.
Profits dip for Allianz in growth European markets
Allianz in Central and Eastern Europe saw total premiums grow by 8 percent in the first quarter of 2010, reaching Euros 1.1 bn. Operating profit in the first quarter of 2010 amounted to Euros 66m, compared to Euros 78m euros in the same period of 2009.
Aviva launches thermal imaging fire risk scheme
Insurance giant Aviva has launched a new thermal imaging initiative aimed at cutting the risk of machinery fires.
Swiss Re successfully places $150m natural catastrophe risk for Allianz
Swiss Re Capital Markets has structured and placed $150m of insurance linked securities issued by Blue Fin covering US hurricane and earthquake risk.
Allianz corporate secures First Direct account
Allianz corporate partner has secured a three-year deal with First Direct, part of HSBC Group, to provide mobile phone insurance for First Direct’s 70 000 account holders as of 1 June 2010.
Insurance buyers - Mactavish report: There may be trouble ahead
The recent Mactavish report had some severe criticisms for the commercial insurance sector. Sam Barrett reports on the warnings it contained.
Comment - Motor Fraud: The right result
Operation Genarch finally came to a conclusion last month after four years. Mihir Pandya details the investigation strategy, the challenges faced and lessons learnt.
Allianz commercial boss attacks MGAs on trust
Allianz commercial general manager Chris Hanks has slammed managing general agents for failing to "inspire trust and confidence among customers".
Towergate boss keen on flood pool plan
Towergate executive chairman Peter Cullum has called on the new government to provide underwriting capacity for properties built on flood plains.
Allianz product hits Power Place
Allianz's commercial combined product for SME business is to be added to the Power Place offering after the insurer joined the online marketplace panel.
Aviva trains sights on specialty lines
Aviva's new chief underwriting officer Axel Schmidt has revealed a wide-ranging plan to broaden its risk appetite by concentrating on areas it is currently under strength in, including local authority insurance.
Research puts Allianz top
Research conducted by Towergate Risk Solutions has put Allianz as the top performing key insurer servicing its broking operations.
Allianz First Direct deal
Allianz Corporate Partner has secured a three-year deal with First Direct, part of HSBC Group, to provide mobile phone insurance for First Direct's 70 000 account holders as of 1 June.
Allianz commercial joins Power Place panel
Allianz commercial has joined the Power Place panel and its commercial combined product for SME business will be available on the platform later this year.
BIBA 2010: What did you miss?
Catch up with all the news from the British Insurance Broker’s Association conference.
NIG names six new underwriters
NIG has attracted specialist area underwriters from RSA, Chartis, Allianz and Zurich Municipal to join its motor, property and liability teams.
Allianz tops Towergate service survey
Latest research conducted by Towergate Risk Solutions has revealed Allianz as the top performing key insurer servicing its broking operations.
Biba on flim: Insurance leaders views on the new UK government
Insurance Age reporter Liz McMahon tracked down key industry figures at this week's Biba conference to get their reactions - and hopes - for the new coalition Government
Allianz GI launches new dedicated European platform
Allianz Global Investors has created a dedicated European investment platform under the name of Allianz Global Investors Investments Europe.
Allianz acquires French windfarm
Allianz has acquired the Langres Sud wind farm from project developer, constructor and operator EOLE-RES SA.