Aviva
Chartis CEO scans Europe for possible HQ location
Lex Baugh, president and chief executive of Chartis Europe Holdings, has refused to rule out any insurance centre on the continent as a possible headquarters for the newly established group.
Aviva sticks with broker campaign
Aviva is to run further press and radio advertisements advising businesses to seek help and advice through a broker when buying their business insurance.
Delta Lloyd unveils board changes
Michiel Delfos has been appointed as the successor of Nathalie de Geus with effect from 15 May 2010.
Delta Lloyd unveils board changes
Michiel Delfos has been appointed as the successor of Nathalie de Geus with effect from 15 May 2010.
Aviva appoints new strategy director
Aviva France has appointed Pierre-Emmanuel Lefebvre as deputy director of strategy and development. Stanislas Belot is to replace him as secretary of the executive committee.
Aviva proposes end to final salary pension scheme
Aviva has entered a consultation with its UK employees including RAC staff, regarding proposals to end its final salary pension scheme.
Regional Review - Glasgow: Local strength
With significant activity already in 2010 and the emergence of a new financial district, the Glasgow insurance market looks set for further growth. Mairi MacDonald assesses the financial landscape in Scotland's largest city.
Mixed response to volcano
Travel insurers, including Mondial Assistance and Virgin Money are refusing to pay out after the Icelandic ash cloud, classing it as an "act of God" or "natural disaster".
Top 5 Post stories
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Aviva pensions proposal
Aviva has entered a consultation with its UK employees, including RAC staff, regarding proposals to end its final salary pension scheme.
Broker dumps Willis and undergoes MBO
Glasgow broker Orr Kerr Dykes has expanded its operations with the opening of a sales branch in Stirling following the completion of a management buyout.
Rainbow first to offer BDMA standards guarantee
A new initiative said to guarantee that all insurance restoration work will be carried out to exceed British Damage Management Association standards has been launched by Rainbow International.
Oil giant set to challenge Buncefield liability judgement
Total has applied to the Supreme Court for leave to appeal a recent judgment that found the company 100% liable for claims resulting from the 2005 Buncefield depot explosion.
New Aviva flood map is a "huge advance"
Aviva today boasted it had developed a flood model that can estimate the damage freak downpours can inflict on homes and businesses across the country.
Post in print - 15 April
Post reporter Amy Ellis provides a quick overview of this week's major stories including: offshore insurers deny Quinn claim; Brittain steps down at Finsure:Aviva flood move and Carole Nash hit by legal bill.
News analysis - Aggregators: Motoring on
With motor rates leaping up by 15%, Tom Cooper assesses whether prudent, profitable pricing is finally on the horizon
Aviva improves flood map
Aviva is set to unveil a new flood mapping model it claims will enable it to offer "more competitive prices" to household policyholders.
Aviva boss admits its market share is too low
Aviva is seeking to expand in Turkey because its current business isn’t big enough, its local CEO has told Bloomberg.
Aviva boss admits its market share is too low
Aviva is seeking to expand in Turkey because its current business isn’t big enough, its local CEO has told Bloomberg.
Aviva outlines Asian direct motor plan
Aviva has outlined plans for its re-entry Singapore’s general insurance market and stated its intent on rolling out the business in key markets in Asia.
Aviva seeks Asian GI re-entry
Aviva is to re-enter the Asian general insurance market five years after selling its non-life operations there, the company has confirmed to Reuters.
Execution Noble recommends “sell” for RSA
Execution Noble, the international investment banking group, has made recommendations for a number of sectors, including “buy” for Aviva and Axa and “sell” for RSA.
Insurers gain the upper hand over aggregators
The balance of power is shifting away from aggregators and back towards insurers — a trend the latter should capitalise on while pursuing a more collaborative approach.
Looking Back - Government pulls plug on EL pilot
Insurers' battle to cut employers' liability claims costs hit another snag this week after the government finally pulled the plug on its fast-track pilot.