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Metal theft claims drop by 50%
Metal theft claims have dropped by 50% to 480 for the first nine months of 2013, according to Ecclesiastical.
Insurance Fraud Awards 2013: Winners announced
Growing once again in popularity, the fifth annual Insurance Fraud Awards received a record number of entries, reflecting the industry's on-going determination to stamp out insurance fraud across the UK.
Penny Speed meets... Tony Emms, Zurich UK chief claims officer
Being an insatiable socialite, Penny Black is always eager to probe the personalities behind the professional veneer of her industry friends. What better way to squeeze in and share as many intimate revelations as possible than her very own ‘speed…
Claims Club Blog: 2013, the worst ever year for loss adjusters?
As we enter the final quarter of 2013 there appears to be no sign of any upturn in UK property claims activity.
Zurich inks Accident Exchange settlement
Zurich has reached a settlement with credit hire firm Accident Exchange over more than 50 cases of disputed rates.
Insurers rubbish accusation of Claims Portal bias against non-English names
Defendant solicitor says 60% of claims from ethnic names get flagged as fraud.
Technology: Insurance on the go
With people increasingly using mobile devices to access the internet, how easy is it for customers to purchase insurance on the move?
Zurich to merge Middle East and Africa regional office with Europe
From 1 January 2014, Zurich's general insurance Middle East and Africa office based in Dubai will be merged with Zurich's Europe office in Dublin.
The 2013 Underwriting Service Awards shortlist revealed
Allianz and Zurich lead the way on the shortlist for the Underwriting Service Awards 2013 with eight and seven nods respectively.
Expertise in Action: Technology: The tech threat
With mobile devices, cloud computing and social media playing an increasing role in business practice, how can the insurance industry manage the risks?
Expertise in Action: Technology: Open to attack
Despite several high-profile cyber attacks on major corporations, the insurance industry is still behind the times when it comes to cyber liability. How can it catch up?
Zurich Q&A with Jeremy Smith
With cyber risk a growing threat to businesses both large and small, Post editor-in-chief Jonathan Swift sat down with to Jeremy Smith, head of technology, security and privacy, at Zurich Global Corporate to discuss how the insurance industry is…
Axa and Accident Exchange reach agreement on Autofocus fraud
Four years after Accident Exchange revealed the details of the Autofocus fraud scandal, Axa and Accident Exchange have agreed a settlement to their long running dispute.
Women drivers more likely to recommend their motor insurer
Women drivers are more likely to recommend their motor insurer than men, a survey of more than 12 000 pre-renewal consumers has found.
Zurich fails in Accident Exchange settlement bid
Zurich has been rejected in a bid to settle more than 50 credit hire rate disputes with Accident Exchange.
Zurich appoints head of corporate business in Hong Kong
Zurich has appointed Jeremy Lau (pictured) to lead the insurer's corporate and commercial business in Hong Kong.
Zurich names De Swaan chairman
Zurich Insurance Group has appointed Tom de Swaan as its chairman after Josef Ackermann stepped down last month following the death of the group’s chief financial officer.
Tom de Swaan appointed Zurich chair
Zurich Insurance Group has appointed Tom de Swaan as its chairman after Josef Ackermann stepped down last month following the death of the group’s chief financial officer.
Post Claims Club: Business strategy must lead the way in IT integration says RSA claims director
The key to successful IT integration is the development of a clear business strategy and operating model, according to RSA personal claims director Ben Horton.
Market Moves: Insurers flood back into recruitment market with raft of key hires and promotions
Insurers swarmed the recruitment space this week, redressing a balance that has seen brokers dominating. The start of September saw a number of new recruits, with appointments rising in both the London and companies market. XL, Markel, First Title and…
Insurers braced for Isle of Sheppey crash claims
Insurers are expecting a steady influx of claims following the Isle of Sheppey crash last week, which involved more than 130 vehicles.
Chen to chair Zurich's China business
Johnny Chen is to switch roles at Zurich from CEO of Asia-Pacific to chairman of Zurich's life and general insurance business in China.
Whitepaper: SMEs & Risk in 2020 - Business & risk implications of a shifting landscape
Today our world is changing faster than ever. In particular, this rings true for the SME sector and small business risk. New technologies, demographic shifts and globalisation will have a profound impact on the future of UK small businesses.
Insurance infographic: Under insurance in the major loss sector
In this infographic, Zurich Insurance explores the problem of underinsurance.