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MMA to rebrand as Covéa as part of UK merger with Provident
Covéa has announced that Provident Insurance and MMA Insurance will merge into a single company, in a move which has been touted as a “platform for growth” within the UK market.
Post Intelligence Benchmarking - Commercial insurers: Winners and losers
The annual Insurance 360 Business Insurers Insight Report service rankings show some steady, some on ladders - and some on snakes.
Broker networks: New kid on the block
As Brokerdrive arrives on the scene, the debate over the merits of the traditional network model is revisited.
Underwriting Service Awards 2011
The second annual Underwriting Service Awards ceremony took place at the Oval cricket ground, London, with more than 250 underwriters in attendance. The winners were determined by the feedback and views of intermediaries, who place risks on behalf of…
Axa, MMA and Allianz linked with Groupama swoop
Axa, MMA's parent Covea and Allianz have been tipped to buy Groupama arm GAN, according to reports.
Lloyd's insurer Brit appoints Evercore to sell £150m UK arm
Dutch insurance group Brit is looking to close the first round bidding process for its UK retail arm this week, Postonline has learnt.
Catlin marine and transport division takes underwriting team of the year 2011 title
Ace Europe and Catlin were both double winners at the 2011 Underwriting Service Awards last night at the Kia Oval.
Market moves: Setting the trend
Insurer MMA was the main recruiter this week, with the firm naming five new staff across its regional office network. The moves set the trend among fellow underwriters, with high-profile appointments at Groupama, DAS and for Markel’s fledging operation…
Insurer regionalisation: Spreading your wings
A number of industry players have recently bucked the trend of rationalising, to open new regional bases. Is localism a pasing fad or here to stay?
MMA to build on regional success with key appointments
MMA Insurance has moved to further bolster its regional offering with the appointment of five senior figures, following the news of a 50% growth in the sector.
Firms warned of hardline FSA approach
A UK insurance boss has welcomed the Financial Services Authority proposals to properly inform customers about packaged bank accounts.
Market moves: Getting ready for the fourth quarter
Lloyd’s players were the most active recruiters this week as the insurance industry looks forward to the fourth quarter. A number of underwriters in the London Market made appointments, with a view to strengthening their teams. Moves among insurers…
Bruce joins UK General in bid to boost growth of commercial lines
UK General has appointed Cathie Bruce to the newly created position of commercial managing director, hoping the new high-profile role will help mimic the success of Rural Insurance.
MMA appoints Solvency II chief
MMA Insurance has appointed Anthony Collins as head of actuarial focusing on the firm's preparations for Solvency II.
UK General signs capacity deal with MMA
UK General has signed a new capacity deal with MMA to broaden the terms of its tradesman’s liability offering.
Half of UK’s brokers managing schemes
Schemes specialist insurer MMA has today revealed a new study that suggests a significant uptake in the number of brokers undertaking schemes work.
MMA launches motor trade combined cover
MMA Insurance is bucking the trend of insurer cutting capacity and shrinking their motor trade books by expanding its range with the introduction of a motor trade combined product.
Former Confused chief set to head new aggregator
Former Confused and Tesco Compare chief Debra Williams has been named as the CEO of a new Covea backed price comparison site.
People moves - 28 July 2011
A round-up of people moves and new appointments in the industry, as featured in the 28 July 2011 edition of Post.
MMA plots commercial lines expansion
MMA Insurance has announced a string of nationwide appointments and promotions within its commercial underwriting team.
French mutual Covéa adds new member
French mutual insurance group Covéa has confirmed Apgis is to join its group.
Broker networks: Member merits
Brokers often highlight the merits of network structures but is their enthusiasm shared by insurers? Peter Knowles reveals what underwriters really think about the membership model.
People moves - 19 May 2011
A round-up of people moves and new appointments in the industry, as featured in the 19 May 2011 edition of Post.
MMA appoints new commercial development manager
MMA Insurance has appointed Derek Bradshaw as development manager, to drive commercial growth through broker partners.