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Fraud investigation firm VFM enters liquidation
Peterborough-based claims investigation firm VFM Services has gone into liquidation resulting in the redundancy of the firm's entire workforce, Post understands.
Covéa credits 'disciplined' pricing for 40% rise in 2014 pre-tax proift
A “disciplined approach to pricing” has been attributed to Covéa Insurance's improved combined operating ratio of 97.8% for 2014 (FY 2013: 98.7%).
C-suite - Insurer: It’s legal, but is it right?
The CMA’s lack of action over subrogated claims means the industry itself must act, says Adrian Furness, claims director, Covéa Insurance.
Market Moves - 19 March 2015
All the latest job moves in the insurance market.
Industry launches apprenticeship framework
A government-backed apprenticeship framework has been launched by the insurance industry which has the support of sector bodies the Association of British Insurers, the British Insurance Brokers' Association and the Chartered Insurance Institute.
Roundtable: How to keep ‘Generation Digital’ satisfied
Consumers that have grown up in the digital era are becoming more demanding. How can insurers keep up with technological advances to keep them happy?
5 things we didn't know this time last week
It's been a busy week in the news with Towergate and Gallagher swapping staff and insurers puffing out their chests to reveal their results so you might be forgiven for missing other news that has happened this week.
Covéa confirms acquisition of Sterling
Covéa’s acquisition of Sterling has been given the green light by the Prudential Regulation Authority.
Cedants less likely to transfer business to reinsurers, says AM Best
Europe’s 20 largest cedants are benefitting from lower reinsurance rates and stronger bargaining power according to ratings agency AM Best.
Career Development: David Cameron visits Covéa offices to meet apprentices and graduates
Covéa Insurance had the opportunity to showcase the insurance industry as a desirable profession, as Prime Minister David Cameron visited apprentices and graduates at the firm’s Halifax office.
90% of 2013/14 winter flood and storm claimants satisfied with service
Nine out of ten customers that made a flood or storm claim last winter were satisfied with the way it was handled, according to a study by the General Insurance Market Research Association.
Covéa launches new fleet product to boost commercial growth
Covéa Insurance, the UK subsidiary of French mutual Covéa, will launch a new fleet product for commercial brokers this month.
‘Complementary’ Sterling deal tipped to boost Covéa’s growth ambitions
Insurer edges closer to top 20 insurers with acquisition of HNW specialist
Roundtable: Customer retention: Holding on to customers in the aggregator age
With price comparison sites making customers more price-focused than ever, how can insurers ensure they stand out for other reasons and also improve their retention rates?
Career development: Covéa commercial claims team wins customer service accreditation
Covéa has obtained the Institute of Customer Service’s Service Mark accreditation for commercial claims.
Sterling deal to boost Covéa's diversity and customer service goals
Sterling managing director John Blundell says the business' buyer Covéa is a "good fit" for the insurer and is supportive of its existing growth plans.
Covéa closes Sterling deal
Covéa has completed a deal to acquire high-net worth insurer Sterling from founder Nicholas Cooper.
C-Suite - Insurer: Is Solvency II worth all the hype?
In just 13 months Solvency II will be implemented – but what does this actually mean?
Voice of the Future: Holly Hardy
Post talks to talented newcomers about what attracted them to insurance. This week it's the turn of Holly Hardy, claims settlement team and policyholder indemnity team leader, Covéa Insurance.
Market Moves - 23 October 2014
All the latest job moves in the insurance market.
Swinton CEO Christophe Bardet heading for exit
Christophe Bardet is to depart his role as Swinton CEO, to be replaced by MMA UK boss Gilles Normand.
Career development: Aon hosts networking event for young insurance professionals
Aon has followed up on the launch of its industry‑wide insurance apprenticeship scheme earlier this year with a networking event designed to help young people establish contacts across the sector.
Covéa hires ex-Groupama boss Bird following broking venture
Former Groupama underwriting and claims director Phil Bird has joined Covéa Insurance where he will lead the insurer’s personal lines underwriting department.
On demand web seminar: Mitigating insurance fraud at point-of-quote
Whilst the discussion about detecting and preventing fraud had previously been dominated by a focus on claims, as much attention is now starting to be paid to the point-of-quote and the challenges of handling the online interface.