Directors & officers' (D&O)
Reduced capacity in Asia will not affect all business lines
Despite catastrophe losses leading to reduced capacity in the Asia Pacific region, competitive rates are still possible on some lines, according to broker Marsh.
Directors' and officers': Under the spotlight
With boardrooms coming under increasing scrutiny, the potential for expansion in the D&O market is being recognised by savvy insurers, especially in the SME space.
Brit launches PI product on Power Place
Brit Insurance has launched its professional indemnity cover on Power Place, following last year’s decision to make its D&O product available on the online commercial marketplace.
DAC Beachcroft expands in Spain and Singapore
DAC Beachcroft has made appointments in its Spanish and Singapore offices to expand its international network.
Post Intelligence Benchmarking - Commercial insurers: Winners and losers
The annual Insurance 360 Business Insurers Insight Report service rankings show some steady, some on ladders - and some on snakes.
Regulatory enquiries tops list of directors' concerns
Company directors are beginning to face intensified liability risks in the wake of the ongoing economic crisis, with regulatory investigations and enquiries posing the greatest perceived threat to insurers.
Overseas focus - China: a market of opportunity?
With an enormous population and low insurance penetration, China should be a market ripe for entering. Jakki May finds out it isn't as simple as it sounds but reveals an appetite for change and growth.
Health & safety: A matter of interpretation
Health and safety reform is high on the government’s agenda, but is the problem with application rather than legislation?
Dual extends D&O through Lloyd’s
Specialist underwriting agency DUAL Corporate Risks has entered into a strategic partnership with Aspen Managing Agency (Syndicate 4711) and Pembroke Managing Agency (Syndicate 4000) to provide additional capacity for directors' & officers' liability.
Roundtable - Global programme: Building successful global programmes
Delivering tailored coverage around the world is a boon for multinational insurers. However, keeping up with regulatory demands, both internationally and locally, can be be a strain. Post gathered a group of experts to debate the most pressing issues.
XL launches D&O cover for 21st Century
XL Group has introduced new policy wording designed to protect directors and officer from 21st Century risks.
Markel recruits from Willis to strengthen Italian PI and D&O book
Markel has appointed Davide Balocco as senior underwriter in professional liability division to focus on its Italian book.
LIU Europe opens Hamburg branch
Liberty International Underwriters has opened a new branch in Hamburg, Germany as it seeks to become a competitive, niche player in the region.
Axis launches liability unit in Argentina
Loss adjusting network Axis has launched a liability claims units in Argentina to provide dedicated specialist support to local carriers and the international reinsurers.
Career development news: Ace to sponsor D&O product workshop
Ace is set to sponsor a free educational workshop aimed at helping educate brokers about directors’ and officers’ liabilities products.
Ace Bermuda launches D&O policy in the Netherlands
Ace Bermuda International has launched an executive liability policy for corporate officers and directors assurances in the Netherlands.
Interview - Ann Haugh: Making the right decisions
UK CEO of Zurich Global Corporate Ann Haugh has never been averse to taking risks and reveals her determination to grow the business is as strong as it is strategic.
Market moves: Insurers lead the recruitment charge
With the final quarter of the year kicking off this week insurers were the most active recruiters with a raft of hires and promotions. XL Insurance added three new members of staff to its burgeoning team in Europe, while a number of other players seized…
Williams to head D&O for LIU Europe
Liberty International Underwriters in Europe has appointed Guy Williams as head of directors' and officers and financial institutions.
Liberty appoints head of D&O
Liberty International Underwriters in Europe has appointed Guy Williams as head of directors and officers and financial institutions (D&O/FI).
UBS rogue trader scandal lures underwriters back
The multi-billion dollar UBS rogue trader scandal has helped spark a rise in the number of underwriters willing to re-enter areas of high volatility exposure, according to a US professional lines expert.
MPLC expands D&O panel to Aspen
Specialist liability insurer, the Medical Professional Liability Company syndicate 4000 has added Aspen Managing Agency syndicate 4711 to its directors’ and officers’ liability underwriting facility.
Travelers promotes Coello
Travelers has promoted Richard Coello (pictured) to the role of assistant general manager responsible for professional risks.
PowerPlace launches D&O workshops
Commercial insurance portal PowerPlace is to run free educational workshops for brokers in directors’ and officers’ insurance.