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Claims growth outstrips premium increases in Cambodia
Although premium revenue for Cambodia's six big insurance companies rose 19% last year, total claims grew 178%, according to official data from the General Insurance Association of Cambodia.
Government deregulation puts sprinkler legislation on back burner
Insurers have been told to prepare for government apathy over mandatory sprinklers legislation and, at best, expect piecemeal change.
Interview - Bobby Gracey & Dr James Lygate: The future of forensics
Despite an abrupt and fractious first meeting many years ago, Bobby Gracey and Dr James Lygate are now business partners. The duo explain their plans for growth and diversification at IFIC.
Growth in green energy prompts Rural to enter market
Specialist agricultural insurer Rural, part of UKGI, is the latest business to launch a suite of green insurance products to meet the growing demand for cover from farmers investing in renewable energy schemes.
Your say: Environmental lobby stance
I read the article on fire protection sprinklers, The market needs saturating with interest, and agree with Andrew Miller that the environmental issues could be used as an extremely effective argument in the UK to lobby government.
Editor's comment: Sales, sprinklers and statistics
Any reputable estate agent — excusing the potential oxymoron — will tell you the property market falls quiet in the run-up to Christmas, as potential vendors focus on the festivities ahead. Not so in the insurance market, with an unexpected end-of-year…
Fire protection sprinklers: The market needs saturating
Despite research showing sprinklers significantly reduce economic damage and environmental impact following major fires, hopes for mandatory legislation remain low.
Law report: Environcom appeal rejected over disclosure dispute
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Your say: Tackling fire remains a priority
You are right to think that both this government and the last have not been receptive to arguments by the insurance industry and sprinkler lobby pressing for a more widespread fitting of sprinkler systems.
Editor's comment: Yet another call for action
How often do we hear that rallying cry for the insurance industry to up its lobbying credentials and persuade government to deliver change that will safeguard both citizens and businesses alike? All too often.
MYI secures appointment to handle Manchester riot contentious claims
Loss adjuster MYI has been exclusively appointed to handle high-value and contentious claims against the police from the Manchester riots in August.
News analysis: Call for mandatory sprinkler systems reignited by Dunelm Mill fire
On 6 October 2011, local fire fighters lamented the absence of sprinklers in a Dunelm Mill store that suffered a major blaze on the Orchard Retail Park in Willenhall, Coventry.
Law report: Judge considers fire claim cause
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Atmospheric tanks: The big bang theory
The UK has recently seen a number of explosions involving atmospheric tanks, with major incidents at Buncefield and Pembroke. What caused the explosions and how can the risks be reduced?
BIS Countdown - Patrick Snowball: A hostile climate
Faced with unsettled stakeholders and challenging operating environments, Patrick Snowball argues insurers must still prove they can lead reform from the front.
Risk update - Asbestos: Kept safe from harm
With the European Commission ordering the UK to amend legislation to ensure maintenance and repair workers are fully protected from asbestos, John Toms investigates the implications for the insurance industry.
ACI helps Amlin France GWP double but group reports £192.3m loss
Amlin France doubled its gross written premiums for the first half of 2011 compared to 2010, but over the group reported losses of £192.3m before tax (H1 2010: £107m profit).
Post history – 20 years ago: LUC fire sets move-in date back a year
Looking through Post’s back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 20 years ago reveals.
Post history – 50 years ago: More floods prove need for cover
Looking through Post’s back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 50 years ago reveals.
RSA insurer for Sony Warehouse building
RSA is the insurer for the Sony Warehouse building in Enfield which was destroyed by fire during the riots on 8 August, Post understands.
Insurer estimates hit £750m as city riot damage racks up
RSA, Aviva and Axa are likely to incur the biggest losses from commercial property claims with the latest riot bill estimate hitting £750m, as Post went to press.
Post history - Five years ago: Studio blaze raises fire questions
Looking through Post’s back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from five years ago reveals.
Post history - 30 years ago: Toxteth riots leave insurers with big bill
Looking through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this article from 30 years ago reveals.
Dry weather sparks fire risk
Ecclesiastical has warned that buildings with traditional thatched roofs face an increased fire risk as months of uncharacteristically warm conditions with below average rainfall in England and Wales have left thatched roofs drier than usual and so…