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EC denies any delay to SII implementation
The European Commission has denied that implementation of the Solvency II directive could be delayed until 1 January 2014, a year later than planned, despite admitting a "short transitional period" is likely to be introduced.
Eiopa announces key appointments to stakeholder groups
The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (Eiopa) has confirmed the newly elected chairs and vice-chairs of its two stakeholder groups established in March.
Eiopa announces key appointments to stakeholder groups
The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (Eiopa) has confirmed the newly elected chairs and vice-chairs of its two stakeholder groups established in March.
Generali Espana gets 'AA-' rating
Spanish insurer Generali Espana has been assigned an insurer financial strength rating of 'AA-', with stable outlook by Fitch Ratings.
Generali Espana gets 'AA-' rating
Spanish insurer Generali Espana has been assigned an insurer financial strength rating of 'AA-', with stable outlook by Fitch Ratings.
Volcanic ash responsible for 45% of European trip delay claims in 2010
The Travel Metrics survey, carried out by Finnacord, has analysed the travel habits, insurance uptake and claims behaviour of 6 000 consumers in France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and the UK.
Volcanic ash responsible for 45% of European trip delay claims in 2010
The Travel Metrics survey, carried out by Finnacord, has analysed the travel habits, insurance uptake and claims behaviour of 6 000 consumers in France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and the UK.
Assurant Solutions names European boss
Assurant Solutions has named Mike Balsley as president and chief executive for its European business unit.
Assurant Solutions names European boss
Assurant Solutions has named Mike Balsley as president and chief executive for its European business unit.
Post Europe: Professional indemnity – the growth market
Professional indemnity was worth almost €6bn across Europe in 2010 and with changes to Italian legislation and increasing negligence claims Alan Leach explains how this market is sure to expand.
Professional indemnity – the growth market
Professional indemnity was worth almost €6bn across Europe in 2010 and with changes to Italian legislation and increasing negligence claims Alan Leach explains how this market is sure to expand.
Mapfre Re launches Paris branch
Mapfre Re has opened a new office in Paris.
Mapfre Re launches Paris branch
Mapfre Re has opened a new office in Paris.
Germany leads way in Solvency II preparation
UK insurers are better prepared for the upcoming Solvency II regulation than firms based in France and Italy, according to new research.
Insurers in the dark over E-coli outbreak
A Lockton broker has warned insurers remain in the dark over their exposure to a widespread E-coli outbreak that has killed at least 22 people and left hundreds seriously ill.
Interview - Paul Taylor: Relishing challenges
With a career that has spanned the globe, new Airmic chair Paul Taylor wants to push risk management up the agenda. He talks to Lynn Rouse about his upcoming tenure.
Post Europe June: Exclusive storm modelling, marine and cyber content now live
Post Europe June is now live with a look innovation for storm modeling in Germany; a review of the marine insurance market; and an update on the cyber regulations for Europe.
Post Europe: Storm surge modelling in Germany
The German coastline suffers from storm risks on a regular basis but a lack of accurate storm modelling has meant property policies have not included cover. Edward Murray reports on how this may be set to change.
Post Europe: Growth in the marine market
New entrants are popping up in the European marine market on a regular basis yet report say rates are softening as there is over capacity. Jakki May takes a look at the market to assess what the real state of play is.
Europe: Cyber liability - Iberian peninsula
European firms are increasingly being targeted by cyber criminals but there is no ‘one size fits all’ solution to legislation to protect the customer. Paul Skinner examines what firms need to do to ensure they have adequate risk mitigation and loss…
Exclusive storm modelling, marine and cyber content
Insurance Insight June is now live with a look innovation for storm modelling in Germany; a review of the marine insurance market; and an update on the cyber regulations for Europe.
Storm surge modelling in Germany
The German coastline suffers from storm risks on a regular basis but a lack of accurate storm modelling has meant property policies have not included cover. Edward Murray reports on how this may be set to change.
Growth in the marine market
New entrants are popping up in the European marine market on a regular basis yet report say rates are softening as there is over capacity. Jakki May takes a look at the market to assess what the real state of play is.
Cyber liability - Iberian peninsula
European firms are increasingly being targeted by cyber criminals but there is no ‘one size fits all’ solution to legislation to protect the customer. Paul Skinner examines what firms need to do to ensure they have adequate risk mitigation and loss…