Willis Towers Watson
Europe: London matters
The latest report on the London Market from the Lloyd's Market Group points to opportunities and challenges for the sector in comparison with the rest of Europe. Steve Hearn explains that this means
Review of the Year: Lloyd's
Post’s annual review of Lloyd’s and the London market gathered reflections from players including Besso, Markel, Lloyd’s, Hiscox, EY and Beazley to reflect on 2014 and the challenges and expectations that lie ahead for next year
C-suite - Broker: A bright new age for forecasting
A new Met Office supercomputer could provide more accurate models for insurers
Towers Watson makes two senior appointments in Asia
Towers Watson has made two senior insurance management appointments in Asia.
Price Forbes looks to Willis for accident and health hires
Price Forbes & Partners has launched an accident and health division as well as appointing Richard O'Brien as head of the area.
Claims Awards Asia 2014: The winners
On 19 November the Asian claims community gathered to celebrate claims excellence at an awards ceremony in Hong Kong.
Revenue boost from digital innovation tipped to drive insurer acquisitions
82% of insurers expect acquisitions to improve their position in digital world
AIG's Aubert appointed Willis UK CEO designate
Willis has appointed AIG EMEA chief operating officer Nicolas Aubert as CEO designate of its UK insurance business.
Open GI recruits commercial product specialist from Blackpool broker
Open GI has bolstered its product management unit by recruiting commercial product specialist Sara Noble from Blackpool-based Central Insurance Services.
Hyperion and Willis to spearhead raft of M&A activity in London Market
IPO said to be in the offing after RK Harrison deal gives scale
40% of London market premiums 'under threat' says LMG
The London Market is facing a raft of challenges to its position as the dominant insurance hub, according to a report into the market’s competitiveness released today.
ABI clarifies rate tracking method after posting incongruous Q3 motor prices
ABI figures out of step with those produced by The AA and Towers Watson
Penny Black’s Insurance Week - 6 November
Penny has often heard of a new boss bringing in their own quirks or rules when they are installed.
Willis and Miller a good cultural fit says Hearn
Willis deputy CEO Steve Hearn has expressed confidence in the shared values and cultures between his own business and its potential purchase Miller.
Willis Group reports £4.3m net loss for Q3 as UK retail grows
Willis Group reported a net loss of $7m (£4.3m) in the third quarter of 2014 as Willis UK retail achieved modest growth for the global broker.
Motor premiums ‘bounce’ to 1.2% increase says AA
Average motor premiums have increased by 1.2% according to the latest figures from the AA, which described the increase as rebound "off the bottom".
Interview: Dominic Christian: Ready to rumble
Aon UK CEO Dominic Christian tells Post the firm’s move to the UK is a statement of intent, and outlines his targets for growth in the SME arena
Willis and Miller in 'exclusive' talks
Willis and Miller have confirmed they have entered 'exclusive' talks ahead of a potential merger.
RFIB hires two from Willis to grow German business
RFIB Group has appointed Colin Pinder and Gary Blakesley as divisional directors to develop a predominantly German marine account.
60% of insurers planning to divest by 2017
More than half of insurers are planning to complete sales by the start of 2017, according to a study from Towers Watson, up from just 20% saying the equivalent last year.
Market Moves - 16 October 2014
All the latest job moves in the insurance market.
Comprehensive motor prices inching upwards says Towers Watson
The average cost of a new comprehensive motor policy in the UK has increased for the first time since 2011, according to Towers Watson, rising £3 to £582 in the third quarter of 2014.
Willis completes acquisition of Sweden's Max Matthiessen
Willis has completed its acquisition of a 75% controlling stake in Swedish insurance adviser Max Matthiessen.
Willis appoints Best to Guernsey role
Willis Group Holdings has appointed Martin Best as the managing director of Willis Management in Guernsey.