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Brand analysis: Market Forces
Despite economic constraints, regulation, boardroom reshuffles and reputational issues – the outlook for insurance brands remains positive.
The 2013 Underwriting Service Awards shortlist revealed
Allianz and Zurich lead the way on the shortlist for the Underwriting Service Awards 2013 with eight and seven nods respectively.
World Trade Center developer's suit against insurers is dismissed
A legal ruling has left real estate developer Larry Silverstein unable to recoup any of the $1.2bn (£746m) recovered by World Trade Center insurer QBE and three Lloyd’s syndicates.
Shariah compliant MGA closing in on QBE capacity deal
The chief executive of a newly launched shariah compliant managing general agent has revealed the business is close to adding support from QBE Europe and a further “major” underwriter to existing capacity from XL.
QBE not ruling out office closures or acquisitions
QBE has not ruled out the possibility of office closures or merger and acquisition activity following the announcement of its business restructure today.
Your Say: Working collaboratively makes a difference
I was pleased to see coverage of Operation Percutter in last week’s Post.
QBE splits European business
QBE has announced it is splitting its European division into two separate businesses from 1 October alongside a handover in leadership.
Insiders fear Aviva is ‘falling apart’ as Clayden follows Deakin out the door
Industry insiders have expressed their shock at Dominic Clayden’s imminent departure from Aviva and expressed doubt over the insurer’s ability to influence wider markets without him.
David Harries appointed Syndicate 386 active underwriter
QBE has appointed David Harries as active underwriter of Lloyd’s Syndicate 386.
Aviva’s Clayden appointed to lead QBE European claims
Dominc Clayden, Aviva general insurance claims director, has been appointed claims director at QBE.
Aviva’s Dominic Clayden to join QBE
Dominic Clayden, Aviva general insurance claims director, has been appointed claims director at QBE.
Industry hits back in fraud jail debate as insurers win crash-for-cash cases
Insurers have hailed a recent string of crash-for-cash fraud court victories – where a judge warned the public they risk prison if they participate in insurance fraud – as a victory against criticism of jail sentences for fraudsters.
Brokers fear Law Society MGA could prove too late for solicitors
The Law Society must launch its professional indemnity managing general agency soon or risk being too late to help solicitors ahead of this year’s October renewals, market insiders have warned.
Interview: Mark Cloutier: Maintaining momentum
After restructuring last year, Brit has posted impressive results for the first half of 2013 – and chief executive Mark Cloutier insists the firm is on the right track to becoming top dog at Lloyd’s
QBE European GWP up 15% to $3.1bn after Brit acquisition
QBE Europe has reported a 15% rise in gross written premium to $3.1bn (£1.98bn) for the first half of 2013 (H1 2012: $2.7bn) but a 40% fall in insurance profit to $105m (H1 2012: $175m).
VIG completes integration of former QBE Macedonia
The former QBE Macedonia firm has completed its integration into the Vienna Insurance Group and was renamed as Akcionersko Društvo za Osiguruvanje i Reosiguruvanje Makedonija Skopje.
US woes hit QBE's profits
First half profits at insurer QBE were down 37% to $477m as earnings were hit by the US and poor investment returns.
Aon and QBE extend solicitors' PI reach following XL market cutback
Aon Risk Solutions has extended its exclusive arrangement with QBE Europe for solicitors’ professional indemnity to include one to three partner firms.
New senior fleet underwriter for Xbroker
Moorhouse subsidiary Xbroker has appointed David Grimsey as senior fleet underwriter.
QBE promotes Quinn from Ireland to lead professional national practice
QBE has appointed Simon Quinn as underwriting manager for its professional and financial Lines national practice.
QBE appoints Quinn to lead professional and financial practice
QBE has appointed Simon Quinn as underwriting manager for its professional and financial Lines national practice.
QBE on the hook for fatal train crash
QBE has confirmed that it insurers Renfe, the state company that owns the train that derailed fatally in northern Spain earlier this week.
The Insurance Fraud Awards shortlist 2013
Growing once again in popularity, the fifth annual Insurance Fraud Awards received a record number of entries and we are delighted to announce the shortlist.