Europe
GWP of global non-life insurance to reach $2,500bn by 2017
The global non-life insurance industry saw moderate growth during 2006-2011 and the growth momentum is expected to continue, reaching an estimated $2,500bn in 2017 with a CAGR of 4.2% over the next five years, according to Lucintel.
RSA launches renewables research scheme
RSA today launched its Rethinking Risk: Renewable Energy campaign at the European Wind Energy Association conference in Copenhagen.
Transforming the future of insurance
Insurers responded well to the economic crisis by turning their focus to core underwriting, but as pressure continues to mount Jean Lassignardie asks how insurers will differentiate themselves in the future and whether policy administration could help.
Canopius promotes Manning to group COO
Specialist reinsurer Canopius has promoted Steve Manning to group chief operating officer with responsibility for all operational matters.
Hyperion to sell majority stake in CFC
Broker Hyperion Insurance Group and CFC Underwriting have agreed to sell Hyperion's majority stake in CFC Underwriting to a consortium of private investors and the management team.
Are you listening to your customer?
The perception in the insurance market is that all customers care about is price but, as Geoffrey Godding and John Cooper reveal, a recent survey highlighted that brand, financial security and insurer interaction are just as important.
The challenges of the solar market
Solar power is a firm part of the green movement in Europe but, with government cuts becoming increasingly common, Jakki May asks whether this renewable energy will continue to be affordable and efficient.
Colemont relocates to THB building in London
Lloyd's insurance broker Colemont is relocating to THB Group's building in Leadenhall Street, opposite Lloyd's, on 23 April.
Alvert appointed CEO for Mapfre Assistance
Pablo Alvert has been appointed CEO and regional director for Mapfre Assistance, the UK arm of Mapfre Asistencia.
Tapiola endorses Moody's Solvency II software
Finnish mutual insurer Tapiola has selected Moody's Analytics' Solvency II software to enhance its risk management infrastructure and help it meet the forthcoming Solvency II deadline.
Polish watchdog wants Talanx bourse listing
Poland's financial watchdog is trying to persuade German insurance group Talanx to get a secondary listing on the Warsaw bourse before it agrees to takeovers that will make the company Poland's second-largest insurer, according to Reuters.
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Lockton launches global partnership
Broker Lockton today announced the formation of the Lockton Global partnership.
Charnaud apppointed chairman of Marsh's infrastructure practice
Marsh has named Edwin Charnaud as chairman of its Global Infrastructure Practice.
Solvency II amendments poll
Are the Solvency II amendments enough?
Ecclesiastical targets rapid growth in Ireland
Specialist faith insurer Ecclesiastical plans to treble the size of its Irish business over the next five years, according to a report in the Irish Times.
Mapfre begins assistance operations in Malta
Spanish insurer launches Maltese subsidiary of Mapfre Assistencia.
RSA appoints new France country manager
Global insurer RSA has appointed Didier Arminjon as country manager for France.
MMA's Fearn becomes executive deputy chairman of Covéa
Garry Fearn, currently chief executive of MMA Insurance, is to take on a new role as executive deputy chairman of Covéa Insurance.
Argo appoints Gooderson as cargo underwriter from Brit
Lloyd's insurer Argo International has appointed Paul Gooderson as cargo underwriter in its marine and speciality division.
Vienna Insurance increases dividend after €559m record profit
Vienna Insurance Group's increased its profit by 10.1% to €559m, making 2011 the most profitable year in the group's history.
European Parliament wants EU-wide sanctions for cyber crime
Cyber attacks on IT systems will face criminal-law sanctions, according to a report by the Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs Committee of the European Parliament released today.
Mapfre buys bank's stake in Mapfre America for €244m
Spnaish savings bank Banco Financiero y de Ahorros has agreed to sell its 10.36% stake in Mapfre America to the insurer's parent company for €244m.
CCR removed from negative review after eurozone developments
State-owned Caisse Centrale de Reassurance has had its A++ financial strength rating and AA+ issuer credit rating removed from review by AM Best.