Hiscox
Penny Black’s Social Diary: Hiscox's stock market fanfare
Penny Black has been out and about again, notebook in one hand and canapé in the other, keeping a keen eye on the insurance industry’s more whimsical moments.
Why Intact should go for Hiscox
After revealing that Intact is potentially looking at lining up a bid for Hiscox back in May, Scott McGee looks at what the deal could mean, and why it absolutely makes sense.
Beazley underwriter’s charity ride; Consilium’s cyber partnership; Canopius’ COO
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Chris Loake to join CFC
Hiscox’s chief information officer, Chris Loake, is joining Adam Winslow and Jane Poole at CFC.
Winslow named CFC CEO as O’Shea steps down
CFC has hired former Direct Line Group chief executive Adam Winslow as group CEO, succeeding Louise O’Shea who is stepping down.
Insurance’s AI buffet is over so now comes portion control
Editor’s View: As insurer’s chief technology officers start to see their artificial intelligence bills skyrocket due to growing usage of the technology by staff, Emma Ann Hughes asks is rationing nigh?
Charity accuses Lloyd’s agents of ‘underperforming’ on climate change
Climate change progress has stalled significantly since 2024, with Lloyd’s managing agents performing worse across the board in ESG underwriting practices, according to a charity’s major climate change assessment.
Hiscox CIO sets vision for fully AI-enabled workforce
Hiscox is aiming to create a workforce where every employee uses artificial intelligence as part of their role, according to group chief information officer Chris Loake.
What could Burnham mean for insurance M&A?
After Prime Minister Sir Kier Starmer announced his intention to resign once a new leader of the Labour Party is elected, and his successor appearing to be set in stone, Scott McGee wonders what effect this could have on firms looking to acquire.
British Insurance Technology Awards 2026 shortlist revealed
Today we can reveal the shortlist for the 2026 British Insurance Technology Awards.
Lloyd’s, Hiscox and LMA CEOs address Trump’s confusion
Confusion over insurance terminology may have contributed to Donald Trump’s belief that a lack of cover was preventing ships from operating in the region, according to the sector’s senior leaders.
CII creates insurer board as qualification changes lag
The Chartered Insurance Institute has created a new advisory board of insurance professionals as it seeks to strengthen practitioner input following executive turnover and a delayed overhaul of its qualifications framework.
Claims and Fraud Awards 2026 shortlist revealed
Today we can reveal the shortlist for the 2026 Insurance Post Claims and Fraud Awards.
Claims service slips at the start of 2026
UK claims service reached a record high at the end of 2025 but slipped slightly at the start of 2026, the latest data from Gracechurch reveals.
Big Interview: Ross Dingwall, Mission
Ross Dingwall, CEO of Mission Underwriters, speaks to Insurance Post regarding the firm’s expansion plans, the MGA market, and his thoughts on heightened regulatory scruitiny.
Could the Gallagher and PIB deal be back on?
Deputy Editor’s View: Whispers at the British Insurance Brokers' Association conference earlier this month suggest Gallagher could be willing to buy PIB again, less than a year after plug was pulled on a deal and the latter refinanced.
How insurers can keep up with viral retail risks
View from the Top: Simon Ratcliff, head of commercial property and casualty at Hiscox UK, outlines the new "viral" exposures that are keeping insurers and brokers on their toes.
Open GI’s partnership; Axa’s climate platform; Biba’s fresh face
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Hiscox sees ‘plenty of headroom’ for growth
Hiscox sees “plenty of headroom” for growth across specialist sectors as it pushes to achieve 8% retail growth in 2026, according to chief distribution officer Gareth Hemming.
Hiscox’s share price surges following Intact interest
Hiscox’s share price surged on Friday (15 May) following Insurance Post’s report that Intact was considering a potential acquisition.
Intact exploring Hiscox acquisition
Multiple sources have told Insurance Post that Intact is exploring a potential bid for Hiscox as it tries to build out its commercial lines business.