Aviva
Airmic unveils new 90-day reservation of rights clause
The industry has backed a clause created by risk management association Airmic which gives insurers a 90-day cooling off period to freely exchange information with the policyholder before resorting to the reservation of rights.
Aviva appoints Mark Wilson as group chief executive
Former AIA chief executive Mark Wilson, pictured, has been appointed group CEO and will receive a basic annual salary of £980 000, Aviva has revealed.
AIA boss Wilson tipped to take Aviva CEO job
The former chief executive of Asian life insurer AIA is the favourite to take the up the chief executive position at Aviva, according to the Financial Times.
Sponsorship: Your name here
From wheelchair rugby to fencing, insurers have a strong interest in sport. Why is such sponsorship so popular, and how do the parties involved benefit?
Kwik-Fit Insurance launches insurance product for learner drivers
Kwik-Fit Insurance has launched a motor insurance product aimed at drivers on a provisional licence.
US sale talks continue, says Aviva chairman
John McFarlane has confirmed that discussions over the sale of the firm's US life and annuities business are on-going.
Aviva reveals 97% COR in steady results
Aviva's general insurance business delivered a combined operating ratio of 97% in the first nine months of 2012, in line with the previous year, excluding RAC.
Analysts react to Haste's Lloyd's move
The decision by former RSA group chief executive Andy Haste to join Lloyd's as deputy chairman has surprised market observers, who expected him to stay in general insurance.
Proposed cuts to fire service budgets could have major impact on insurers
The insurance industry is urging the government to implement a central fire and rescue policy in England amid fears that sweeping budget cuts will result in insurers paying the price for longer response times.
Aviva to accept 24 apprentices in 2013
Aviva will take on 24 A-level school leavers as part of its 2013 apprentice programme.
AM Best removes Aviva subsidiaries from under review
AM Best has reaffirmed the 'A' financial strength rating and 'A+' issuer credit rating of the insurance subsidiaries of British insurer Aviva.
Brokers rate clarity of contacts crucial amid continued insurer restructures
Axa has retained the top spot in a broker survey of insurer performances in dealing with claims, underwriting and accounts.
Aviva and Gallagher strengthen ties
A new commercial arrangement between Aviva and Gallagher Heath for standard and non-standard household products is expected to generate more than £200m in gross written premium over a three-year period.
Haste appointed Lloyd's deputy chairman
Former RSA chief executive Andy Haste has been unveiled as Lloyd's' new deputy chairman for a three-year term from 1 November.
Aviva engineering team joins Fusion
A team of senior engineering underwriters and development professionals has left Aviva to join Towergate-owned Fusion Insurance Services.
Select & Protect joins Paradigm GI panel
Select & Protect has entered into a strategic partnership with Paradigm Mortgage Services providing access to its home insurance products.
Spotlight on Economy and Society: Run for cover
Underinsurance is an on-going issue for the industry and, without a concerted effort to tackle the problem, the effects of the financial storms may continue to strike.
Post magazine - 25 October 2012
The latest issue of Post is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
European insurers still not transparent on exec pay and tax havens, claims report
Analysis of 31 European banks and insurance companies in four areas of corporate social responsibility has found that nearly 50 points separate the best and worst scores.
Aviva among top firms for corporate social responsibility
Aviva is ranked fifth among European financial services firms for corporate social responsibility, according to a new report.
Aviva's Spencer admits Lloyd's re-entry still possible
Aviva’s new chief executive of general insurance in the UK & Ireland hopes to stay in his new role for at least three to four years in a bid to bring some continuity to the business he joined 17 years ago.
Spencer aims for consistency at Aviva
Robin Spencer, Aviva's recently appointed chief executive of general insurance in the UK & Ireland, has outlined his desire to bring stability and growth to the business.
Autonet recruits Carole Nash HR boss
Van insurance broker Autonet Insurance has appointed Penny Copeland, pictured, as director of human resources with immediate effect.
Interview: Dominic Clayden - not shaken or stirred
Aviva's UK GI claims director Dominic Clayden has been at the forefront of many claims battles over the past 15 years. He talks to Post about the upcoming civil justice reforms and the issues currently affecting the insurance industry.