Netherlands
Mutuals outgrow insurance market, says new research
The period between 2007 and 2011 saw premium income for the world's mutual and cooperative insurers grow by 25.4%, compared with 12% for the insurance market as a whole.
Allianz Belguim and Allianz Netherlands to merge
German insurer Allianz is integrating its Belgian and Dutch operations in a bid to strengthen its presence in the Benelux region.
APC takes first step into mainland Europe
APC has taken its first step into continental Europe by launching two SME insurance products in the Dutch market through its new platform APC Holland.
APC to serve Dutch SME market
Commercial insurance underwriting agency APC has set its sights on the continent with the launch of a Dutch arm as the first step in its expansion plans.
Capco to offer insurance services in Europe
Global business consultancy Capco will offer insurance services throughout the UK and continental Europe.
ING wins deadline reprieve for insurance divestments
Dutch Financial services group ING has won an extension to the period in which it must divest its insurance operation, after reaching an agreement with the European Commission and the Dutch state.
Covéa reveals executive team line-up
Covéa Insurance, the business created from the merger of MMA Insurance and Provident Insurance, has confirmed the members of its executive team.
ING reveals job cuts as it posts 39.3% fall in operating result
ING said on Wednesday that 1,350 jobs are to be cut from its European insurance operations as the firm seeks to achieve a standalone future.
Solvency II: To 2015 and beyond
Solvency II implementation is almost upon us but, as Martin Bradley and Jan Leiding explain, European insurers' preparedness varies significantly between countries and companies.
Ferma working party sets out timetable for European risk management certificate
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations intends to announce a definite plan for the European certification of risk managers at the Ferma Risk Management Forum in September 2013.
RSA and Dutch MGA strike $100m marine capacity deal
RSA and Rotterdam-based Underwriting Agency Charterama have announced a new partnership to market and distribute charterers' liability cover on a global basis.
European financial services firms struggling to create paperless offices
A new study ahead of World Paper Free Day on 25 October suggests that the paperless office remains beyond the reach of many European firms.
European insurers still not transparent on exec pay and tax havens, claims report
Analysis of 31 European banks and insurance companies in four areas of corporate social responsibility has found that nearly 50 points separate the best and worst scores.
ING sells Hong Kong and Thailand units to Li's Pacific Century Group
ING has agreed to sell its Hong Kong, Macau and Thailand insurance businesses to Pacific Century Group in a deal worth €1.64bn.
ING reportedly close to sale of Thailand and Hong Kong units
ING Group is nearing an agreement to sell its Hong Kong and Thailand insurance businesses to Richard Li, Reuters reported today, quoting sources close to the matter.
Nearly half of insurers won't be Solvency II ready by 2014
While 57% of insurers across Europe think they are on track to comply with Solvency II by January 2014, readiness varies significantly by country, according to Ernst & Young.
HDI Gerling CEO to head AGCS' Mediterranean unit
Patrick Thiels, chief executive of HDI Gerling in Belgium and Luxembourg, will join Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty from 1 April to lead the insurer's new Mediterranean division.
AGCS recruits HDI Gerling chief executive
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty has appointed Patrick Thiels to lead the industrial insurer's new Mediterranean region.
Delta Lloyd to use Synerscope fraud detection software
Netherlands-based insurer Delta Lloyd has agreed a deal to use technology firm Synerscope's fraud detection software.
Ace appoints environmental underwriter for Benelux and Nordic
Ace has promoted Lauretta Alberti to senior environmental insurance underwriter for the Benelux and Nordic region.
Ping An files arbitration claim over Fortis losses
Chinese insurer Ping An has filed an international arbitration claim against Belgium, in a bid to recoup losses from its investment in the now defunct financial services group, Fortis.
Allianz board members to swap jobs
Oliver Bäte and Dieter Wemmer will exchange roles from 1 January 2013, it was announced at a supervisory board meeting yesterday.
Solarif extends PV cover after customer demand
Solar Insurance and Finance has expanded its policy terms and conditions for solar photovoltaic insurance to "align with customer wishes".
ING considers European IPO
Dutch insurance group ING is contemplating an initial public offering for its European insurance businesses, the firm's chairman said this week.