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Howden recruits trio to pilot aviation division
Hyperion-owned insurance broker Howden has recruited two from Gallagher and a further specialist from Marsh to bolster its aviation unit.
Doug Smith appointed to corporate consultancy role
Former Willis and Marsh boss Doug Smith has joined Insight Insurance Consultancy’s corporate insurance consultancy business.
Central deal was two years in the making, claims Marsh boss
Marsh’s first ever managing director for Scotland is targeting regional dominance after revealing an array of interested parties were turned down ahead of the deal that saw his former Central Insurance Services business acquired by Marsh.
Marsh cements Scottish position with Central Insurance deal
Marsh has reached an agreement to acquire Aberdeen-based Central Insurance Services in a deal that is expected to propel the combined entity to being the leading broker in Scotland.
Paul Fairhurst appointed to AJG Manchester role
Paul Fairhurst has been appointed Arthur J Gallagher Manchester office head for the UK retail division.
Interview: Brent Escott: Change for the better
Brent Escott has seen it all, with his 20-year career covering most areas of the insurance industry. So did becoming CEO of under-fire Card Protection Plan faze him? Not a bit.
Bowring Marsh's Ashby to lead Willis' global multinational arm
Willis has appointed Simon Ashby as chief executive officer of Global Solutions International, the company’s large multinational arm.
UK leads Europe for PI cover
The UK has the largest market for professional indemnity insurance in Europe according to research by Finaccord.
Trio of underwriters join Warrior as Hiscox bolsters casualty team
Hiscox has boosted its casualty team with the appointment of three underwriters with management liability experience to work with ex-Beazley D&O specialist Chris Warrior to build the US and international books of business.
Marsh agrees deal with Allianz for SME clients
Marsh Networks and Allianz Insurance are extending the range of Allianz commercial products available to Marsh Networks’ member brokers.
Directors’ & Officers’: Much aD&O about nothing
Despite some predicting an uncertain period for the directors’ & officers’ sector following a government discussion paper and a high-profile claim refusal, unconcerned market insiders explain why education is their current priority.
My best XV Selected by Russell Berry, Towergate
Russell Berry, graduate trainee at Towergate Underwriting, selects his best XV and wins two tickets to see England v Argentina on 9 November in the QBE Rugby Internationals.
Marsh: EU cyber directive must be on risk agenda
Insurers must consider the implications of the European Union's cyber security directive, Marsh has warned.
Marsh: EU cyber directive must be on risk agenda
Insurers must consider the implications of the European Union's cyber security directive, Marsh has warned.
Career development: Marsh young claims professionals event
Broking giant Marsh sold out its first event for young claims professionals earlier this month.
Necessity of new EU nuclear liability proposals questioned by industry
Premiums could rise due to new rules as UK announces new power station.
Solicitors' PI: Taking a gamble
While their low prices make unrated carriers an attractive option for solicitors seeking professional indemnity insurance, are they worth the risk? And do small law firms have any alternative?
Marsh warns of expensive technology failures from cyber risk
Marsh has warned that companies may be overlooking the impact of technology failures from cyber risk.
Solicitors face premium hike following Berliner exit
Firms forced to shop around following Berliner’s exit from the solicitors' professional indemnity market could face significantly higher premiums for replacement cover, according to Marsh.
Argo International swoops for Willis wordings specialist
Lloyd’s insurer Argo International has recruited Willis wordings specialist Jill Unsworth.
Aon recruits Marsh Energy MD
Aon has named Marsh Energy managing director Robert Robinson as the leader of its global energy risk engineering team.
Cable’s accountability plans increase D&O brokers risk management role
Brokers selling directors’ and officers’ policies could be called upon to ‘plug the gap’ between policyholder expectations and insurance cover following tough new government proposals aimed at increasing the responsibility of company executives.
Non-standard risks: Playing it safe
With increasingly cautious insurers regularly redefining what should be classed as non‑standard risks, is expertise available to deal with the challenges they present?
Marsh networks boss looking north for new members
Marsh’s networks leader Martyn Denney has vowed to boost membership in the north of England and in Scotland.