Belgium
Kidnap and Ransom: A growing threat?
Kidnap and ransom risk is not traditionally a threat associated with Europe but recent incidents have bought the issue to the fore. Sam Barrett investigates the problem and the response of the insurance industry.
Delta Lloyd sounds warning note on regulation
Regulatory changes could threaten the economic recovery in the Netherlands, the chairman of Dutch insurer Delta Lloyd said yesterday.
Ferma appoints full-time European adviser
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations has appointed French national Julien Bedhouche as its first full time European affairs adviser.
Last Delta Lloyd shares earn Aviva £350m
Aviva has priced its remaining stake in Benelux insurer Delta Lloyd at €12.65 per share, which would amount to gross cash proceeds of £353m.
Aviva to offload remaining Delta Lloyd stake
Aviva is seeking buyers for its remaining shares in Benelux insurer Delta Lloyd.
Ageas creates new COO role to oversee Asian and European growth
Ageas UK CEO Barry Smith has been promoted to a new Ageas group role of chief operating officer.
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.
Vintage car insurance in Europe
Despite being a niche sector, with owners treating their vehicles like part of the family Anna Pitton explains why vintage motor insurance could be a missed opportunity for insurers.
Allianz Worldwide Care opens Brussels support centre
Allianz Worldwide Care Services has opened an operational support centre in Brussels to provide a local contact point for the company's intergovernmental organisations and corporate clients.
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.
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.
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.
Ping An files Belgian arbitration claim
China's second largest insurer, Ping An, has filed an international arbitration claim against Belgium in a bid to reclaim losses from an investment in Fortis.
QBE Europe restructures reinsurance business
QBE Europe has announced a restructure of its reinsurance arm which will take effect on 30 September 2012.
Axa France direct boss to head up UK arm
Axa UK has appointed Yves Masson as CEO of personal direct and partnerships.
UK court approves launch of QBE Re
A UK court has approved QBE's plans to merge its non-Lloyd's reinsurance businesses across Europe.
Kiln bolsters European operation with Frankfurt hire
Specialist insurance and reinsurance underwriting group Kiln has appointed a new property underwriter in Frankfurt.
New Swiss Re office targets large corporates in the Benelux region
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions has bolstered its presence in the Benelux countries with the opening of an office in Amstelveen in the Netherlands.
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".
Ageas posts 86% rise in non-life profit after strong Q2
Belgian insurer Ageas improved across all segments to post net insurance profit of €303m in the first six months of 2012, up from €111m in the first half of 2011.
View from the Top: Winds of change in the power industry
Germany's policy shift towards renewable energies has been a tremendous boost to wind-farm prospects.
Barnier assures brokers IMD regulation will be 'proportionate'
European Commissioner Michel Barnier has said the revision of the Insurance Mediation Directive is "an important step in restoring consumer confidence in the financial sector".
Belgian mutual becomes Allianz's second acquisition this month
Allianz Belgium has agreed to acquire the insurance activities of Mensura CCA and its subsidiary Mensura Assurances SA.
QBE appoints country manager for new Belgium operation
QBE has named Erik de Smedt as country manager for Belgium, following a decision to open an underwriting office in Brussels.