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Ex-ERS underwriting duo May and Hill move to Bluefin MGA
Bluefin’s newly launched managing general agent Bluefin Underwriting has appointed Jon May and Andy Hill as head of underwriting for specialist motor and head of underwriting for bike respectively.
Brokerbility next to pilot Axa claims tool
A web-based claims tracking tool for brokers is entering its second pilot phase with members of the Brokerbility network with a wide release planned for the second quarter of this year.
Naming of Bluefin Underwriting shows 'transparency', claims MGA chief
Bluefin’s decision to name its managing general agent Bluefin Underwriting demonstrates the firm has “nothing to hide” in the distinction between broking and underwriting, according to the MGA’s boss.
C-Suite - Broker: A positive outlook for MGAs
Managing general agents still have an influential role to play in the insurance landscape
Insurance CEOs: Picking the perfect candidate
Hiring a new CEO can be a problem for an insurance company, with standards of demonstrated experience continually rising and the regulator wielding its influence over appointments. So, how do they pick the right person for the job?
Market Moves - 22 January 2015
All the latest job moves in the insurance market.
Five trends for 2015: Looking to the future
With 2014 receding into the distance, Post took a moment to consider which – if any – of the trends that emerged in 2014 will reach fruition in the next 12 months. Will Back to the Future’s vision of streets awash with hover boards become a reality? Will…
Birch appointed MD of Bishop Skinner Marine
Bishop Skinner Marine, the Bluefin subsidiary specialising in yacht and pleasure craft insurance, has appointed Paul Birch as its managing director.
Bluefin hires Henderson's commercial director to build Leeds presence
Bluefin has appointed Greg Markham as sales director in its Leeds office.
Bluefin snaps up Yorkshire broker Marchant McKechnie
Bluefin has bought of East Yorkshire broker Marchant McKechnie, taking its total number of acquisitions for the year to five.
Gallagher branded ‘cynical’ and ‘opportunistic’ over Towergate axe
Arthur J Gallagher has been accused of being “cynical” and “opportunistic” in its move to limit business being placed with Towergate Underwriting, citing concern over the health of the business.
Biba launches sharing economy guide
Aon, Higos, Bluefin and Towergate are among the brokers that have signalled they can place risks for businesses operating within the sharing economy, according to the British Insurance Brokers' Association.
Swinton unlikely to be last broker to face add-ons penalties
The sales practices that saw three former Swinton executives fined and banned remain widespread and the broker is unlikely to be the last to face sanctions, according to compliance specialists.
D&O policies outside scope of FOS rules judge
A high court judge has delivered a boost to insurers by ruling that the Financial Ombudsman Services’ jurisdiction should not be extended to complaints from D&O insureds.
Bluefin confirms Scottish broker purchase
Bluefin has confirmed its acquisition of Scottish broker Regional Insurance Group, completed on 8 October.
Bluefin to acquire Scottish broker OKD
Bluefin is poised to buy Scottish intermediary OKD Insurance Brokers, Post understands.
Biba prioritising sharing economy as 2015 manifesto issue
The British Insurance Brokers' Association has confirmed its support for the sharing economy by its intention to include it in its 2015 manifesto.
Sharing Society: A problem shared
The sharing economy has seen enormous growth in recent years but it still poses many challenges for the insurance industry – not least in terms of the vast array of risks the sector poses
C-Suite Broker: Talent can be found in all areas
Insurance remains one of the most resilient sectors during financial crises, managing to grow while other industries face job cuts and declining profits.
Market Moves - 18 September 2014
All the latest job moves in the insurance market.
Expertise in Action: E-Trading: It’s all about service
As SMEs increasingly rely on technology to manage their businesses, is there a danger of the broker being replaced by e-trading platforms?
UK sharing economy tipped to hit £9bn by 2025 as Biba plans insurance guide
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association will create a guide for sharing companies and brokers by the end of this year in a bid to remove barriers to writing business in the sector.
RG Ford team kept in Chelmsford following Bluefin acquisition
Bluefin has acquired Chelmsford-based broker RG Ford Insurance Brokers for an undisclosed sum.
Bluefin hires ex Giles golf specialist as NI head of sport
Bluefin Insurance has appointed Alyn Spratt as head of sport for Northern Ireland.