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Blog: Drones prove their worth in Desmond floods
In the wake of Storm Desmond, loss adjusters have been using drones to provide an aerial view of the flood-stricken areas. They've started only recently experimenting with the technology and, initially, there was a school of thought that it's a ‘nice to…
More flooding predicted as Cunningham Lindsey reports 20% major commercial losses
Thirty-five per cent of the claims so far received by loss adjuster Cunningham Lindsey in the wake of Storm Desmond are commercial, of which 20% are deemed major losses.
Storm Desmond insured losses could exceed 2009 Cumbria floods
Insured losses from Storm Desmond, which battered Cumbria on 5 and 6 December, could eclipse the £175m insured losses caused by flooding in the area in 2009, according to modelling firm RMS.
UPDATED: Sixteen severe flood warnings remain in place after Storm Desmond hits Cumbria
Sixteen severe flood warnings remain in place after Storm Desmond battered Cumbria on 5 and 6 December, with Carlisle, Keswick, Kendal and Cockermouth among the worst affected areas.
Tornadoes: Whirling havoc
Widespread media coverage may give the impression tornadoes only occur in the US. This is not the case, with the high-speed weather phenomenon threatening destruction around the world
RSA transfers home and injury adjusting team to Cunningham Lindsey
More than 120 RSA home and injury loss adjusters are to transfer to Cunningham Lindsey from 31 December.
Market Moves - 5 November 2015
All the latest movers and shakers in the insurance industry.
Questgates loses out as Zurich reveals its loss adjusting panel
Questgates is the main loser on the Zurich loss adjusting panel, which features Criterion for the first time.
Market Moves - 22 October 2015
All the latest movers and shakers on the insurance scene
Axa unveils loss adjuster panels for property claims
Axa has named four loss adjusters on two panels to deal with commercial property and household claims.
Cycling: Pedal power
Cycling among the UK population is more popular than ever. How can the insurance industry tap into the potential need for theft and accident cover?
Cyber Security: Masked intruder
A whopping 81% of large organisations suffered a cyber-attack last year. With the number of attacks on the increase, are insurers offering new areas of coverage to protect policyholders in the event of a data breach?
Market Moves - 8 October 2015
All the latest movers and shakers on the insurance scene
Benign weather coming to an end as insurers face up to climate change impact
Insurers have been told to brace themselves for similar losses to those experienced in the aftermath of the 2007 and 2013 floods as benign weather conditions subside and the impact of climate change increases over the coming years.
Allianz names new loss adjuster panel following FCA review
Allianz has announced its new panel of loss adjusters following a thorough tender process.
Calais Disruption: Heavy loads for hauliers
The recent migrant disruption at Calais has hit the haulage industry in the pocket. How do affected companies go about ensuring they are adequately compensated for their losses?
Volkswagen's coverage questioned as £4.7bn is earmarked for emissions scandal
Volkswagen is unlikely to be able to rely on insurance to protect it from exposure relating to falsified US emission tests in particular diesel models of its vehicles, loss adjuster Cunningham Lindsey anticipates.
Career Development: CILA praises loss adjuster’s training support
The Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters has awarded the first training accreditation to Cunningham Lindsey for its professional qualifications training support scheme.
Market Moves - 24 September 2015
Who has moved where in the world of insurance this week?
Market Moves – 3 September 2015
All the latest recruitment news from the world of insurance.
CEO change at Cunningham Lindsey Ireland as Cregan replaces Ryan
Cunningham Lindsey Ireland has promoted Gillian Cregan to the role of CEO following more than 15 years at the loss adjuster.
Hurricane Katrina: 10 years on
A decade after Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans, what lessons has the insurance industry learned –and how has the city recovered?
HCML vows to ensure long-term care for Alton Towers crash victims
Rehabilitation provider HCML is preparing to work alongside the NHS to ensure those injured in the Alton Towers rollercoaster crash last month can return home to a “supported environment”.
Recycling: A smoking gun
The plumes of smoke staining the skyline are often signs that a scrap metal yard or warehouse full of recyclate has caught fire. While it’s a distraction for the bored commuter, this troublesome sector leaves underwriters scratching their heads.