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Are insurers racing to be online-only excluding disabled customers?
As the insurance sector increasingly digitises, Damisola Sulaiman examines the barriers disabled customers face in accessing online insurance services, as well as the measures that have been implemented by insurers to address these issues.
Aviva’s Storah reveals what to expect next from the provider
Aviva UK&I general insurance CEO Jason Storah, along with his chief financial officer Stephen Pond, share what lines they expect to grow the most in the latter half of 2024 and outline their approach to pricing as inflation heads closer to 2%.
Is it time to ditch lithium ion batteries?
News Editor's View: Scott McGee considers if government legislation to make lithium ion batteries safer is too little too late for electric vehicle insurers and whether providers’ appetites for covering such cars will only return when manufacturers…
Hiscox outlines growth plan for rest of 2024
Marine, energy and retail markets were identified as having great potential to further bolster Hiscox’s profits in the latter half of this year.
Big Interview: Sam White, Stella Insurance
Sam White, CEO of Stella Insurance, discusses her journey from aspiring stunt woman to insurance entrepreneur, the impact of her unconventional career path, and her mission to drive innovation and inclusivity within the industry.
How can home insurance avoid a motor-like PR disaster?
As motor premium inflation is steadying, Scott McGee examines whether home insurance premiums will be next to rocket plus identifies ways to avoid the wrath of consumers facing paying more to insure their property.
Zurich and Aon develop ‘Lego-like’ hydrogen insurance cover
Zurich and Aon took a “Lego-like” approach to developing its clean hydrogen insurance facility due to the challenges of developing blue and green hydrogen projects.
What Labour’s landslide victory means for insurance
Sir Keir Starmer, the nation’s new prime minister after Labour’s landslide general election victory, as well as key insurance industry figures, have the same message: “change begins now”.
Climate change activists target British Insurance Awards
Extinction Rebellion targeted the Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2024 tonight (3 July) as part of its latest month of activity.
How travel insurance is going green
As summer approaches, Laura Miller examines how travel insurers are promoting responsible travel that respects wildlife, local communities, and the environment while also avoiding accusations of greenwashing.
Big Interview: Cécile Fresneau, QBE
Cécile Fresneau, managing director of the insurance division of QBE’s European Operations, reveals her growth plans, hopes for generative artificial intelligence and her efforts to boost the number of female senior underwriters.
Buyers demand greater stability and more forward thinking from insurers
While a softening commercial insurance market may be welcome news to corporate insurance buyers, rate instability leaves insurers’ credibility at risk, Marsh head of risk management placement Cat French has told Post.
Insuring property damage caused by cyber attacks
Analysis: As clients in heavy industry and manufacturing look to insurance to cover property damage that occurs due to cyber attacks, Harry Curtis explores the risks that arise at the intersection of cyberspace and the physical world plus what options…
Aon’s carbon offering; Arch’s events cover; WTW’s war facility
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Jason Harris, QBE
Having spent a quarter of a century working in insurance, Jason Harris, who joined QBE as chief executive for international in October 2020, is a familiar face in the sector.
Simon Matson, Gallagher
Simon Matson, executive vice president of Gallagher Global Brokerage, is a familiar face in the general insurance industry.
Why insurers armed with risk insights don't need to retreat
As climate change intensifies weather-driven natural catastrophes, Moses Ojeisekhoba, CEO of Swiss Re Global Clients and Solutions, argues sophisticated, data-driven risk insights are needed by society to both mitigate as well as adapt to evolving perils…
Pen’s Zurich deal; CFC’s M&A team; AIG’s leadership change
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Biba’s EV scheme; Cytora and DynaRisk partner; WTW’s global head of claims
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
ICG invests in Staysure; Jensten buys broker; Questgates’ legal rebrand
Friday Round-Up: Insurance Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Campaigners demand ‘polluters pay’ in letter to insurance CEOs
The campaign groups of the Insure Our Future network have sent a letter to leading fossil fuel insurers, detailing a list of demands relating to sustainability and climate action.