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Group CEO Neal to exit QBE
QBE's group CEO John Neal will step down from the Australia-headquartered global insurer on 31 December.
EY collaborates with insurers on marine blockchain application
Global consultancy EY has been working with insurance firms, software companies, ACORD and global shipping company Maersk to provide a blockchain platform for marine insurance.
GM Consultant hires in Asia-Pacific
Experienced former broker and underwriter Sue Yen Leow has joined international loss adjuster GM Consultant as business development manager, Asia-Pacific.
Analysis: Aviation insurers prove adaptable
Insurers are adapting to aviation's latest trends, despite low premiums.
Snowdon swaps Willis Towers Watson for JLT Asia
Kevin Snowdon, director risk and analytics - Asia, for international broker consultancy Willis Towers Watson is leaving the firm to join rival JLT Asia.
Blog: A dozen UK and European insurtech start-ups to watch in 2017 and beyond – part one
Almost $1bn ($985m) was invested in insurtech in the second quarter of 2017.
Willis Towers Watson's Schreiber to join JLT in Hong Kong
Willis Towers Watson senior director Kurt Schreiber will be leaving the global and broking advisory firm to join rival JLT.
Market Moves: August 2017
Some of the movers and shakers in the market this month
Insurtech funding hits $985m, up 248% in Q2
Funding for Insurtech start-ups saw a 248% increase to $985m during the second quarter of 2017, said Willis Re.
Reinsurance rates fall in June and July renewals
Reinsurance market pricing has maintained the downward trend seen at the January and April renewals, despite first quarter deterioration for many reinsurers’ results, according to Willis Re.
Week in Post: Brexit, redundancies and consolidation
This week we saw the ‘Great Repeal Bill’ being introduced to Parliament, a key waystone on the long and arduous journey to leaving the European Union.
Willis Towers Watson's Liz Lister on the benefits of specialist knowledge
The only absolute certainty in today’s modern world is change. Change creates new risks for all businesses, whether they are based in the north or south of the country, have international reach or are mid-market organisations.
Interview: Grenfell Tower insurer reveals UK expansion plans
It is estimated that the Grenfell Tower fire could result in claims of up to £50m. However, the carrier responsible for insuring the building said that its expansion plans for the UK remain undimmed.
Willis Re names James Kent global CEO
Willis Re has announced that James Kent will succeed John Cavanagh as global CEO.
Dive In to delve into the 'Diversity Dividend'
The 'Diversity Dividend' is the theme of the third edition of the Dive In festival taking place in September.
Group risk: A group safety net
With state benefits set at low levels, the safety net of group risk cover has never been more valuable. But although sales are creeping up, providers and advisers believe there is much more that could be done to grow the market
This Month in Post: General election, summer holidays and expert opinions
With another General Election looming, the insurance industry will likely be holding its breath on what the incoming government will make of the insurance premium tax, the Ogden rate and whiplash reform.
Roundtable: Digital: Brokers - Surviving the digital age
At a time when regulation and taxes are weighing heavily on their operations, brokers find they have to adapt to the digital age. At a Post roundtable, in association with SSP, they discussed how they can leverage new technologies to better serve their…
More scrutiny on Luxembourg captives ahead
With increasing regulatory scrutiny, managing a captive can become challenging. Protected cell companies offer a practical alternative.
Willis Towers Watson appoints Houghton in Asia
Global broker consultancy Willis Towers Watson has appointed Matt Houghton as a senior consultant for Asia-Pacific.
Interview: Brendan McCafferty, Axa
Brendan McCafferty joined Axa as CEO, intermediated and direct, in February. He talks to Will Kirkman about his new role
Insurtech investment falls by 64% in Q1, says Willis Towers Watson
Investment in insurtech has fallen by 64% in the first quarter of 2017 compared with the same quarter last year according to global broker consultancy Willis Towers Watson.
Claims: Providing a personal service
Brokers need to stand out in a competitive market and claims service is a way to make a real difference. Being there to advise, intervene – and to turn the heat up if necessary – can mean the world to a grateful client.
Aubert reappointed as London Market Group chair
The London Market Group has re-appointed Willis Towers Watson GB head Nicolas Aubert as its chair.