RSA Group
RSA records stunted UK growth in Q1 despite commercial 'progress'
RSA'S UK business posted stagnant growth for the opening three months of the year, with net written premiums recorded at £726m (Q1 2012: £725m).
Asia helps spur RSA premium growth
RSA saw net written premiums rise 5% in the first quarter of 2013 including a 16% rise across Asia, South America, Eastern Europe and the Middle East (combined) and 18% in Canada.
Cooter targeting brokers in Covéa commercial lines relaunch
Covéa is planning to corner the difficult commercial lines market by winning over brokers through building closer relationships.
Sime set for Zurich move
RSA sales and strategic relationships director Chris Sime has been named as Zurich’s head of broker market for Scotland.
Telematics: Taking the wheel?
Will plans by car manufacturers to fit telematics black boxes to new vehicles see them become major players in the motor insurance sector?
Personal Lines Brokers: Fresh tactics
With the rise of aggregators bringing their very existence into question, how are personal lines brokers changing their approach to ensure they stay relevant and needed?
Prudential appoints female director
British insurance giant Prudential has appointed its first female director, luring finance director Jackie Hunt from rival Standard Life.
Ageas appoints Broughton to group board
Ageas has appointed Steve Broughton as a non-executive member of its group board of directors for a three-year period, subject to approval by the National Bank of Belgium.
Long-serving staff hardest hit by Aviva’s latest round of job cuts
Aviva staff face renewed uncertainty following the insurer’s decision to axe 2000 jobs globally, eight months after 800 jobs were put at risk.
Asia View from the Top: Nurturing and attracting talent
Michael Duncan, specialty CEO of Asia and Middle East, RSA explains the extreme importance of managing the talent gap in Asia.
Equity names Xchanging’s Yorke as its first COO
Equity Insurance Group has continued to restructure its leadership following yesterday’s confirmation that the Aquiline purchase had completed.
Affinity Partnerships: Finding the perfect fit
To achieve success in the affinity market, insurers must be careful to foster mutually beneficial relationships with the right partners and ensure they select relevant products
Aviva, RSA and Allianz await fallout from Savile abuse allegations
Aviva, RSA and Allianz were the BBC’s primary insurers during the 40 years that alleged sex offender Jimmy Savile worked for the broadcaster, and could face sexual abuse claims of up to £30m.
Regulation: A heavy crown
The downfall of the Financial Services Authority was met with resounding support. However, as its successors take over sceptics ask whether the twin peak model might create more discontent in the industry.
In Series: Personal Lines: First line of defence
Insurers should embrace the power of data to detect and prevent fraud at an early stage.
Allianz & Covéa win RSA subrogation appeal decision
Allianz and Covéa have been handed the right to appeal last year’s High Court RSA subrogation verdict.
Former RSA chairman joins Ace
Ace European has appointed former RSA chairman John Napier to a new role of non-executive chairman of Ace European Group and Ace Underwriting Agencies.
Former RSA chair Napier joins Ace
Ace has recruited former RSA chairman John Napier to serve as non-executive chairman for Ace Europe and Ace Underwriting Agencies.
Legal reforms: Damage to the system
While the Jackson reforms may reduce the cost of civil litigation, they could have unintended consequences for the insurance industry.
Insurers miss opportunity to voice opinions on EU consultation on PPOs
The UK’s general insurance sector has failed to engage with a consultation on setting Solvency II liability rules, despite a European Union recommendation that 20% of the sector should contribute for the study to be credible.
Asbestos: Unclear Future
From differences in compensation eligibility across the UK to legal battles over mesothelioma liability, asbestos-related illnesses are presenting insurers with a range of challenges.
Post Intelligence - company profile: RSA
Produced by Post Intelligence in association with Brook Intelligence, this comprehensive company report highlights RSA’s strategy and performance in 2012.
Increased shareholder scrutiny puts spotlight on insurance CEO pay
Insurers are more cautious and keen to be transparent over executive remuneration after last year’s ‘shareholder spring’, according to analysts, with recommendations for boss’s pay packets swelling in the past 12 months.
Law firms urged to go global to secure place on London market insurer panels
Law firms must improve their international focus if they are to earn a position on London market insurers’ panels, as claims bosses plan reviews of their legal partners.