Construction
Interview: Graham Smart, McLarens Europe
It has been three years since Graham Smart took over the role of McLarens Europe MD from Trevor Latimer. He reflects on the challenges the market has faced and what growth opportunities remain.
Euro 2016: France v Romania construction match-up - Final score 2:3
France is meeting Romania in the group stage of the Euro 2016. But how do both countries compare in terms of construction performances and trading risks?
In Depth: Haulage - a market in flux
The haulage industry poses many challenges to insurers, including a high volume of claims and a competitive rating environment.
Europe: Building success for construction firms
The improving Spanish infrastructure sector offers an opportunity for local insurers.
Sompo Canopius hires from Chaucer for Asia head of engineering
Global specialty insurer Sompo Canopius has hired Wah Chuang Ng to become head of engineering for its Asia operations.
Brit opens Singapore office on Lloyd’s platform
Brit is to open a Singapore office on 1 March 2016 after receiving approval to begin underwriting from both Lloyd’s and the Monetary Authority of Singapore.
Broking jobs to stay in Wales with government investment
Government backing for Welsh-based commercial broker Moorhouse Group will see almost 90 jobs created in the country, with the company previously considering outsourcing to South Africa.
Insurers urged to keep abreast of construction sector developments
Allianz and Euler Hermes are urging insurers and brokers to keep up-to-date with changes in the construction industry following the publication of a joint report.
Clear completes 19th acquisition with Emson Corporate Services buy
Clear Insurance Management has acquired Emson Corporate Services, taking the broker's controlled premiums to £70m.
RSA’s Corrigan joins HDI Gerling’s energy, construction and engineering division
Industrial insurer HDI Gerling has appointed David Corrigan as UK and Ireland property underwriting director and has launched a new engineering, construction and energy division.
Axa aims to challenge mid-market status quo with sector-specific proposition
Axa has signalled its intent to secure a much larger share of mid-market risks in 10 key trade sectors with the introduction of a tailored broker proposition.
Cobalt selected as ‘insurer of preference’ for Paramount Resort
Shariah-compliant managing general agent Cobalt Underwriting has been selected as the preferred insurer for the £3bn London Paramount Entertainment Resort in Kent, Post can reveal.
Career development: ECIS given Chartered status
The Chartered Insurance Institute, has awarded ECIS, the employee benefits company for the construction industry the prestigious Chartered Insurance Broker Status.
Power hour: Building on growth
As the economy grows and building projects pick up, brokers in the North West are set to capitalise on a booming construction sector
Crossrail: Crossing the finishing line
With just three years to go until London’s Crossrail transport link is operational, Post investigates the experience so far for the insurance industry players involved in the project.
QBE targets 30% of Singapore's engineering and construction market
QBE has ambitious plans to grow strongly in engineering and construction in Singapore from 5% of the market to 30% by around 2021.
Blog: Homing in on home improvements
Insuring the building of extensions and other significant changes to properties may not be as sexy as choosing the decor, but it's certainly as necessary, says Ageas's Craig Allen
Oliver promoted to Ace Asia-Pacific role
Ace has promoted Shaun Oliver to the role of head of casualty, energy and construction, Asia-Pacific.
Europe: Q&A with German risk managers
Walter Minnik speaks to German risk managers Christian Boehm of Freudenberg Group and Lutz Kalkofen of Hochtief, about current issues surrounding the European market
Allianz Engineering to modernise construction offering
Allianz Engineering is to "modernise" its construction insurance offering to better align with its target markets.
EY appointed liquidator for Northern and Western
EY has confirmed it was appointed provisional liquidator for Northern and Western Insurance Company.
Construction: Building up momentum
With the construction industry seeing steady growth over the past 18 months, traditional risks in the sector are coming under the spotlight again
Water infrastructure investment booming in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong government is growing its investment in water infrastructure at a rapid pace according to AIG.
Lloyd's extends Construction Consortium for Asia
After launching last year in London, Lloyd's has extended its Construction Consortium to Asia.