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Post Claims Club: London market should follow other sectors’ lead in implementing standards
The London market could benefit from the introduction of a road traffic accident portal-like electronic system with fixed timelines and costs consequences for delays in decision making, according to Martin Thomas, chief claims officer at Aon Risk…
Economic slowdown hampering risk readiness
According to the biannual 2013 Aon Global Risk Management Survey, the majority of industries have seen a decline in risk readiness since the 2011 survey.
Solicitors urged to consider insurer ratings
Solicitors have been urged to check insurers' financial strength before acquiring professional indemnity cover following the demise of two unrated providers in recent years.
Aon signs new £15m a year sponsorship deal with Manchester United
Aon has signed a new sponsorship deal with Manchester United that will see the name of the club’s Carrington training ground changed to the Aon Training Complex.
Aon signs eight year deal with Manchester United
Despite no longer being the main kit sponsor from the 2014/15 season, Aon has agreed a $230m sponsorship deal for Manchester United's training ground and kit, and also to become a tour partner.
Bluefin recruits Aon's Hook as HNW boss
Bluefin has named Aon Private Clients' head of wealth protection Steve Hook as its new high net worth leader.
Emerging market megacities will be "gamechanger" says Swiss Re
Eight of the top megacities in the world will be in emerging markets by 2025, according to Swiss Re.
Ex-army pair to lead Towers Watson's crisis management business
Global professional services company Towers Watson has appointed two former military heroes to lead its crisis management business.
Middle East enters 'new order' after Arab Spring
Political risk across 13 countries has eased in the post-Arab Spring world according to Aon’s annual political risk map.
Ease of doing business in Asia remains strong, says Aon
Aon has partnered with research firm Roubini Global Economics to capture political risk exposures and is bullish about the risks of doing business in Asia.
Spanish construction: Unfinished business
The Spanish construction industry is in the doldrums with many building projects incomplete. How is this impacting the insurance industry? Edmund Tirbutt explains.
Aegis London recruits Aon broker for energy practice
Lloyd’s insurer Aegis London has swooped to recruit an Aon energy broker to serve as an energy exploration and production property underwriter.
Towers Watson adds two brokers to crisis management team
Towers Watson has added two brokers to its crisis management broking and consultancy operation.
Towers Watson recruits crisis management pair from Aon
Towers Watson has expanded its consultancy and broking offerings in crisis management with two recruits from broking giant Aon.
Expertise in Action: Pricing: Looking for support
With brokers calling on insurers to share more information and provide greater practical assistance, how can both parties – and their clients – benefit from better collaboration?
Markel Germany hires Aon credit manager
Markel International has hired trade credit specialist Frank Burghardt.
Giles strengthens Scotland team
Giles Insurance Brokers has made three additions to its Scottish team, following its strategy to expand its presence in the region.
UIB recruits former JLT partner Scott
Reinsurance broker United Insurance Brokers has swooped to appoint JLT London partner Richard Scott to head up marketing and business production.
Aon annual revenue rises 2% to $11.5bn
Total revenue for 2012 increased 2% to $11.5bn (£7.3bn)due to a 4% increase in organic revenue, partially offset by a 2% unfavourable impact from foreign currency exchange rates.
Aon CEO Greg Case hails benefits of London redomicile as it unveils 2012 results
Aon's revenue in 2012 increased 2% to $11.5bn due to a 4% increase in organic revenue, the broker reported today.
Argo poaches Aon's marine claims director
Argo today unveiled Robert Dobson as its new marine claims manager.
Argo looks to Aon for marine claims manager
Argo International has appointed Aon’s former marine claims director as its new marine claims manager with immediate effect.
Argo International looks to Besso for underwriting director
Argo International has recruited Besso’s director of underwriting to serve in its general liability team.
Insured losses 36% above 10-year-average in 2012
Natural catastrophes globally caused total economic losses of £200bn in 2012, only slightly above the 10-year-average of $187bn.