Reinsurance
EC3 Brokers outlines plan to crack 'highly profitable' US casualty market
Giles' new reinsurance division, EC3 Brokers, has outlined its intention to focus on US casualty business, and claims to have signed up nine clients after launching just last week.
Moody's cuts Amlin ratings
The rating agency has lowered Amlin's group subordinated debt ratings and the insurance financial strength rating of its Lloyd’s syndicate.
'Credibility' of industry hinging on trialogue talks, says PWC
The reputation of the European insurance industry is in the balance as talks continue on the final text of Omnibus II, according to PWC.
Europe eyes up captive insurance
Organisations in central and eastern Europe and additional emerging markets are keen to take advantage of risk management and risk financing solutions such as captive insurance companies, according to Aon.
Clyde & Co recruits Paris partner
The law firm has recruited former Dewey partner Yannis Samothrakis to boost its global corporate insurance practice.
IUMI: Marine insurance market at "bottom of the pricing barrel"
Marine insurance brokers have been urged to warn clients that increases in rates and deductibles are on the way as part of the industry's push to escape the soft market cycle.
IUMI: Insurance industry acted responsibly during economic meltdown
The economic crisis will create opportunities for the global insurance and reinsurance market if it can deliver "true resilience", delegates at the International Union of Marine Insurance annual conference have heard.
Noonan: Flagstone integration on verge of completion
The merger with Flagstone Re could be complete within a fortnight, says Validus chairman and CEO Ed Noonan.
Giles unveils reinsurance division
Giles Group has launched a new reinsurance division called EC3 Brokers after months of anticipation.
Asia View from the Top: Getting flood modelling right
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change reported in 2007 that especially heavily populated mega-delta regions in south, east and south-east Asia will be at greatest risk owing to increased flooding from the sea and, in some mega-deltas, flooding…
UIB wins European solar deal as part of bid to double property porfolio
International reinsurance broker UIB has been appointed to provide reinsurance for the Activ Solar GmbH Solar Park in southern Ukraine.
UIB wins reinsurance contract for Europe's 'largest solar park'
International reinsurance broker UIB has secured a deal to provide reinsurance for the Activ Solar GmbH Solar Park in southern Ukraine.
Talanx pulls out of IPO
German insurer Talanx AG is to cancel its initial public offering after investor feedback on the company's valuation "deviated significantly" from analyst estimates.
IUMI 2012 preview: The agenda
Despite positives for the sector, including a reduction in piracy, this year's International Union of Marine Insurance conference in San Diego looks set to be dominated by the loss of the Costa Concordia.
Post magazine - 13 September 2012
The latest issue of Post is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Top five Asian news stories
The top five Asian stories from www.insuranceinsight.com over the past seven days
Aspen appoints group CFO
John Worth will replace Julian Cusack, who took the role on an interim basis after the February departure of Richard Houghton.
Poor data quality and modelling tools make emerging markets risky
Reinsurers pursuing growth in emerging markets must be alert to the unique challenges these countries present, Guy Carpenter has warned.
Antony Hodari acquires Liverpool law firm
Manchester personal injury law firm Antony Hodari has bought Paul Rooney Partnership.
QBE confirms reinsurance restructure
QBE European Operations has finally announced a restructure of its European reinsurance business, which takes effect on 30 September 2012.
QBE Europe restructures reinsurance business
QBE Europe has announced a restructure of its reinsurance arm which will take effect on 30 September 2012.
Marsh creates insurance services business president role
Marsh has appointed Liz Flynn to the new position of president of its insurance services businesses, a group of the intermediary's brands.
Qatar dispute resolution plans launched
Pinsent Masons and the Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre hope to launch a special resolution scheme, the first of its kind in the Middle East.
Tawa puts itself up for sale
Specialist insurance investor Tawa has unveiled plans to sell the business and is seeking potential offers.