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Marsh unveils global excess cyber risk facility
Global broker Marsh has launched a new global excess cyber risk facility that is designed to provide more reliable insurance coverage for organisations around the world.
Gravity of cyber risk stressed as climate change tops risk list
Failure to act on climate change was named the top global risk by the World Economic Forum today (14 January), as a Marsh leader claimed cyber risk is widely underestimated outside the US.
Blog: Five reasons Sian Fisher is a good choice for CII CEO
This morning Sian Fisher was unveiled as the new CEO of the Chartered Insurance Institute.
Page to exit Marsh in new year
CEO of Marsh’s UK commercial and consumer division Julie Page will leave the broker in the new year, as reported by Insurance Age today (11 December).
Barton elevated to Jelf CEO following business restructure
Phil Barton is to take on the role of Jelf CEO, succeeding Alex Alway who is to join the Marsh board as a non-executive director.
Interview: Aviva Commercial Lines: On top of the world
Three of Aviva’s commercial lines management team tell Post their plans for building on a business that is already in good shape.
Marsh completes Jelf acquisition
Marsh has completed its acquisition of Jelf after the deal was approved by regulatory authorities and Jelf's shareholders.
C-Suite - Broker: Change looming
The Insurance Act will have a massive effect on the way clients, brokers and insurers interact
Asia: The complexity of cyber exposures
Businesses in Asia need to brace themselves for a new generation of cyber risks, as threats go beyond traditional ‘hacktivist’ attacks.
London remains key market for energy buyers
London is still the number one market for many energy buyers with the concentration and experience of the market leading to a more efficient buying process, a risk expert told the London Power Forum this month.
Keychoice unveils new leadership team amid growth plans
SSP’s distribution business Keychoice has recruited staff from BGL Group, Marsh and Swinton to form a new team as it launches the next phase of its growth and evolution plan.
Global insurance leaders back inaugural Insurance Careers Month
Lloyd's CEO Inga Beale is one of several global insurance players to pledge their support to the inaugural Insurance Careers Month to be held during February 2016 in the US.
Ninety-nine percent of Jelf shareholders approve takeover by Marsh
An overwhelming majority of Jelf shareholders have voted to approve the broker's £258m takeover by Marsh.
European firms not doing enough to understand cyber risk, Marsh finds
Most European organisations are not doing enough to identify, analyse and understand their cyber risks, according to Marsh's 2015 Cyber Risk Survey Report.
Principal Insurance buys Kendal-based Marsh broker
Principal Insurance has acquired Marsh's Kendal-based motor broking business with all six staff transferring with the business.
Lim moves from Allied World to ArgoGlobal Asia
David Lim has been appointed head of marine at ArgoGlobal Asia.
London market diversity under the microscope as consolidation continues unabated
The London market is in danger of becoming too consolidated as a result of the current M&A wave, commentators have warned, with market diversity dependent on small start-up businesses emerging in the coming years.
Market Moves - 17 September 2015
All the latest recruitment news from the world of insurance.
Too early to predict redundancies or rebrand following Jelf deal says Weil
Marsh UK and Ireland CEO Mark Weil says it is too early to know what staff changes or rebranding will take place following the global broker's acquisition of Jelf, announced yesterday (10 September).
Marsh and Jelf confirm £258m acquisition
Marsh and Jelf have agreed on the terms of a cash acquisition that will see Marsh acquire the entire issued and to-be-issued share capital of Jelf.
Marsh marine manager in Asia to join Allied World
Post understands Tim Cooke, Marsh's Asian cargo practice leader, is leaving the global broker to join insurer Allied World.
SME ambitions behind Marsh interest in Jelf but integration remains an issue
Marsh’s potential acquisition of Jelf would allow the global broker to realise its SME ambitions and extend its regional presence, according to industry insiders who have warned the possible integration process must be handled carefully.
PIB tipped to make rival Jelf bid as GRP refutes interest
Brendan McManus’s PIB has been tipped as a potential alternative bidder for Jelf amid doubts other businesses have the financial firepower to outbid broking giant Marsh.
Marsh eyes Jelf acquisition as takeover talks confirmed
Jelf has confirmed it is in takeover discussions with Marsh in relation to the global broker acquiring the entire issued and to-be-issued ordinary share capital of Jelf.